2025 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2026 Nissan Rogue Review

Picture of the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder

2025 Nissan
Pathfinder

MSRP*: $36,400 to $50,640
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Picture of the 2026 Nissan Rogue

2026 Nissan
Rogue

MSRP*: $29,090 to $38,990
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 27 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 27 MPG 32 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 80.5 ft3 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 284-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 284 - 295 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 6,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 197.7 - 198.8 in 183.0 in
Exterior Width 77.9 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 35.5 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 in
Head Room Front 41.1 - 42.3 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.6 in
Front 39.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.2 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue.

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 Nissan Rogue, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Pathfinder is much wider than the Nissan Rogue, 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 Nissan Rogue.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Nissan Pathfinder transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Nissan Rogue.

Utility
The Nissan Pathfinder offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan Rogue, 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 Nissan Rogue.