Nissan Pathfinder vs Hyundai Santa Fe XL
Overview | |
Years produced1986-2020 | Years produced2013-2019 |
MSRP$37,500 | MSRP$30,950 |
Listings865 | Listings173 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryNissan's largest crossover, the Pathfinder, seats up to eight people while offering a car-like ride and control at a medium price point. In our testing of midsize three-row crossovers, the Pathfinder comes out in the middle of the pack in terms of performance, technology, and driving enjoyment. For 2026, Nissan refreshed this fifth-generation Pathfinder, which had been largely unchanged since its debut for the 2021 model year. The 2026 Pathfinder offers more convenience features, a larger touchscreen, and a few new styling touches. Verdict: The Pathfinder is a good choice for value, interior quality, and space, but rivals from Toyota, Hyundai, and Kia push the dials even further at a similar price. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 284 hp V6 | Engine3.3L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 284 hp V6 | Engine Name3.3L 290 hp V6 |
Torque259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque252 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.6 cu ft | Cargo Space13.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4334 lbs | Curb Weight4026 lbs |
Height70.9 in | Height66.9 in |
Length197.7 in | Length193.1 in |
Width77.9 in | Width74.2 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload1729 lbs | Maximum Payload1486 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1986-2020 | 2013-2019 |
MSRP | $37,500 | $30,950 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Nissan's largest crossover, the Pathfinder, seats up to eight people while offering a car-like ride and control at a medium price point. In our testing of midsize three-row crossovers, the Pathfinder comes out in the middle of the pack in terms of performance, technology, and driving enjoyment. For 2026, Nissan refreshed this fifth-generation Pathfinder, which had been largely unchanged since its debut for the 2021 model year. The 2026 Pathfinder offers more convenience features, a larger touchscreen, and a few new styling touches. Verdict: The Pathfinder is a good choice for value, interior quality, and space, but rivals from Toyota, Hyundai, and Kia push the dials even further at a similar price. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 284 hp V6 | 3.3L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 284 hp V6 | 3.3L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 252 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm | 290 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.6 cu ft | 13.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4334 lbs | 4026 lbs |
Height | 70.9 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 77.9 in | 74.2 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1729 lbs | 1486 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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