Nissan Pathfinder vs Volvo XC90
Overview | |
MSRP$35,320 | MSRP$56,600 |
Average price$22,722 | Average price$35,706 |
Listings9545 | Listings9171 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryEvery car shopper out there has a hierarchy of needs. They put some needs above other needs. Whether you are looking for the best fuel economy, the most cargo space, or the newest tech and safety features, certain vehicles excel in some areas or falls behind in others. The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder does not stand out courtesy of any one particular characteristic, but much like the people shopping for it, the Pathfinder is a combination of attributes in one vehicle. For the 2023 model year, Nissan has introduced the Rock Creek edition. It’s a more rugged version of the Pathfinder. That’s a bit ironic because, like many entrants in this family-hauling segment, the Pathfinder started out decades ago as tough, truck-based SUVs. So while the Pathfinder has evolved into a more comfortable vehicle, the Rock Creek appears to be an attempt to capture the spirit of the early Nissan SUVs. So, how does the Pathfinder stack up within the popular and hotly contested midsize SUV segment? And does the Rock Creek warrant attention as an off-road vehicle? | |
Reviews SummaryWhen the current-generation XC90 went on sale nearly a decade ago, it marked the Swedish automaker’s pivot from its boxy and boring past to a future defined by design, quality, and technology. Volvo used the XC90’s blueprint throughout its lineup of cars, SUVs, and wagons, building a bridge to its electrified future. Has it overstayed its welcome? Perhaps, and it carries over this year without changes. But having spent a week driving the 2024 XC90 Recharge T8 plug-in hybrid, it remains an appealing choice in the luxury SUV segment. Verdict: Beautifully styled, inside and out, and offering a range of powertrains that includes a plug-in hybrid variant, the 2024 Volvo XC90 stands out in its field. However, it commands a steep price tag, and its safety tech isn’t as innovative as what you’ll find in some rival SUVs. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 284 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 247 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower247 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 284 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 247 hp I4 |
Torque259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower247 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.6 cu ft | Cargo Space15.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4317 lbs | Curb Weight4589 lbs |
Height70.9 in | Height69.9 in |
Length197.7 in | Length195.0 in |
Width77.9 in | Width84.3 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase117.5 in |
Maximum Payload1583 lbs | Maximum Payload1210 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity4000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,320 | $56,600 |
Average price | $22,722 | $35,706 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Every car shopper out there has a hierarchy of needs. They put some needs above other needs. Whether you are looking for the best fuel economy, the most cargo space, or the newest tech and safety features, certain vehicles excel in some areas or falls behind in others. The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder does not stand out courtesy of any one particular characteristic, but much like the people shopping for it, the Pathfinder is a combination of attributes in one vehicle. For the 2023 model year, Nissan has introduced the Rock Creek edition. It’s a more rugged version of the Pathfinder. That’s a bit ironic because, like many entrants in this family-hauling segment, the Pathfinder started out decades ago as tough, truck-based SUVs. So while the Pathfinder has evolved into a more comfortable vehicle, the Rock Creek appears to be an attempt to capture the spirit of the early Nissan SUVs. So, how does the Pathfinder stack up within the popular and hotly contested midsize SUV segment? And does the Rock Creek warrant attention as an off-road vehicle? | When the current-generation XC90 went on sale nearly a decade ago, it marked the Swedish automaker’s pivot from its boxy and boring past to a future defined by design, quality, and technology. Volvo used the XC90’s blueprint throughout its lineup of cars, SUVs, and wagons, building a bridge to its electrified future. Has it overstayed its welcome? Perhaps, and it carries over this year without changes. But having spent a week driving the 2024 XC90 Recharge T8 plug-in hybrid, it remains an appealing choice in the luxury SUV segment. Verdict: Beautifully styled, inside and out, and offering a range of powertrains that includes a plug-in hybrid variant, the 2024 Volvo XC90 stands out in its field. However, it commands a steep price tag, and its safety tech isn’t as innovative as what you’ll find in some rival SUVs. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 284 hp V6 | 2.0L 247 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm | 247 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 284 hp V6 | 2.0L 247 hp I4 |
Torque | 259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm | 247 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.6 cu ft | 15.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4317 lbs | 4589 lbs |
Height | 70.9 in | 69.9 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 195.0 in |
Width | 77.9 in | 84.3 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 117.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1583 lbs | 1210 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 4000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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