2024 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2024 Toyota 4Runner Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan Pathfinder

2024 Nissan
Pathfinder

MSRP*: $36,650 to $51,520
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota 4Runner

2024 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,705 to $55,170
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 80.5 ft3 88.8 - 89.7 ft3
Engine
  • 284-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 284 - 295 hp 270 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 6,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 197.7 - 198.8 in 190.2 - 191.3 in
Exterior Width 77.9 in 75.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 35.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 32.9 in
Head Room Front 41.1 - 42.3 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.6 in
Front 38.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 38.6 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Pathfinder than in the Toyota 4Runner. 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 Toyota 4Runner.

Convenience
The Nissan Pathfinder requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota 4Runner, making it more convenient to drive.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Nissan Pathfinder will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota 4Runner.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Pathfinder is much wider than the Toyota 4Runner, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Nissan Pathfinder, which is slightly longer than the Toyota 4Runner.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Nissan Pathfinder for pulling heavy loads. The Nissan Pathfinder has a little more horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Nissan Pathfinder doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota 4Runner.

Utility
The Nissan Pathfinder offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota 4Runner, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Nissan Pathfinder has less cargo space than the Toyota 4Runner, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.