2021 Lexus GX vs 2022 Nissan Pathfinder
Overview | |
MSRP$53,450 | MSRP$34,640 |
Average price$45,303 | Average price$32,056 |
Listings521 | Listings1202 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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2021 Lexus GX Reviews SummaryMost modern SUVs are really car-based crossovers—lifted station wagons, or minivans without the sliding doors. That’s not the case with the 2021 Lexus GX 460. Like the mythical Loch Ness Monster, the GX is a creature that time forgot. It’s one of the last SUVs with truck-like body-on-frame construction and true off-road capability. That’s because the GX is actually a rebadged Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (a smaller version of the iconic Toyota Land Cruiser not sold in the United States), and is related to the Toyota 4Runner. It’s also genuinely old: the current generation dates back to the 2010 model year, and Lexus has kept it in production with some updates of styling and tech over the years. That makes the GX a fairly odd proposition on the new-car market. It has the off-road capability, not as a lifestyle statement, but because that’s what was still expected of SUVs when it was launched. The GX sits between the RX and LX in Lexus’ lineup but has little direct competition. Its only real rival is the much newer Land Rover Discovery. For the 2021 model year, the GX gets some minor updates, including a new Premium Plus Package, and acoustic front side glass. Lexus continues to offer only the GX 460 model, with a single powertrain option, standard four-wheel drive (4WD), and three trim levels: base, Premium, and Luxury. Our test car was the midlevel Premium version. | |
2022 Nissan Pathfinder Reviews SummaryYou said it and Nissan listened. The automaker is bringing back much of the heralded capability of the classic Pathfinder, as well as a rugged-ish body style, for the 2022 model year. Thoughtful innovations and features make the Pathfinder more than just a competent family hauler while Nissan’s safety tech puts minds at ease. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.6L 301 hp V8 | Engine3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City15 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.6L 301 hp V8 | Engine Name3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Torque329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space11.6 cu ft | Cargo Space16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight5130 lbs | Curb Weight4317 lbs |
Height74.2 in | Height69.7 in |
Length192.1 in | Length197.7 in |
Width74.2 in | Width77.9 in |
Wheelbase109.8 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload1315 lbs | Maximum Payload1583 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $53,450 | $34,640 |
Average price | $45,303 | $32,056 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 5.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Most modern SUVs are really car-based crossovers—lifted station wagons, or minivans without the sliding doors. That’s not the case with the 2021 Lexus GX 460. Like the mythical Loch Ness Monster, the GX is a creature that time forgot. It’s one of the last SUVs with truck-like body-on-frame construction and true off-road capability. That’s because the GX is actually a rebadged Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (a smaller version of the iconic Toyota Land Cruiser not sold in the United States), and is related to the Toyota 4Runner. It’s also genuinely old: the current generation dates back to the 2010 model year, and Lexus has kept it in production with some updates of styling and tech over the years. That makes the GX a fairly odd proposition on the new-car market. It has the off-road capability, not as a lifestyle statement, but because that’s what was still expected of SUVs when it was launched. The GX sits between the RX and LX in Lexus’ lineup but has little direct competition. Its only real rival is the much newer Land Rover Discovery. For the 2021 model year, the GX gets some minor updates, including a new Premium Plus Package, and acoustic front side glass. Lexus continues to offer only the GX 460 model, with a single powertrain option, standard four-wheel drive (4WD), and three trim levels: base, Premium, and Luxury. Our test car was the midlevel Premium version. | You said it and Nissan listened. The automaker is bringing back much of the heralded capability of the classic Pathfinder, as well as a rugged-ish body style, for the 2022 model year. Thoughtful innovations and features make the Pathfinder more than just a competent family hauler while Nissan’s safety tech puts minds at ease. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.6L 301 hp V8 | 3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 15 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.6L 301 hp V8 | 3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Torque | 329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 11.6 cu ft | 16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5130 lbs | 4317 lbs |
Height | 74.2 in | 69.7 in |
Length | 192.1 in | 197.7 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 77.9 in |
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1315 lbs | 1583 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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