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2022 Nissan
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2022 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 20 - 21 MPG | 17 - 21 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 27 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 80.5 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 |
| Engine | 284-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel), 276-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
| Transmission | 9-Speed A/T | 8-Speed A/T |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 284 hp | 235 - 276 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 6,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 197.0 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 77.9 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.3 in
Rear 35.5 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 41.1 - 42.3 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.6 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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 Atlas 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 Atlas.
Convenience
The Nissan Pathfinder requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Volkswagen Atlas.
Dimensions
The Nissan Pathfinder is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas.
When looking at overall length, the Nissan Pathfinder takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Nissan Pathfinder has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas is clearly the choice over the Nissan Pathfinder for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Nissan Pathfinder and the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Nissan Pathfinder and the Volkswagen Atlas are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
The Nissan Pathfinder offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Nissan Pathfinder has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Nissan Pathfinder than that of the Volkswagen Atlas.