2025 Nissan
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 20 - 21 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 23 - 27 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 80.5 ft3 | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 284 - 295 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 6,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 197.7 - 198.8 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.3 in
Rear 35.5 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 41.1 - 42.3 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.6 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Tiguan than in the Nissan Pathfinder, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Nissan Pathfinder will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Nissan Pathfinder will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Nissan Pathfinder is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Nissan Pathfinder, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Nissan Pathfinder is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Pathfinder greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Nissan Pathfinder transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
The Nissan Pathfinder offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Nissan Pathfinder has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Tiguan.