Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid vs. Toyota Highlander Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid and Toyota Highlander Hybrid contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
In comparing the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid ranges from $6,927 to $16,995 while a used 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is priced between $16,986 to $27,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid base engine makes 280 horsepower. The Pathfinder Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The Highlander Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles.This gives the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$35,300
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$47,300
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,650
Price Range:
$6,927 - $16,995
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
125,720
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,502
Price Range:
$16,986 - $27,999
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
144,190
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
9.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
86.6%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings
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21 out of / 32Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid Trim Levels
Platinum, SL, SV
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels
Limited, Limited Platinum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 28 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
488 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 28 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.4 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
79.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
173.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
78.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
154.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4417 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
69.6 inches
Length:
197.2 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4861 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
70.1 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Arctic Blue Metallic
Brown
Mocha Stone
Gray
Dark Slate
Red
Cayenne Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Moonlight White
Beige
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Attitude Black Metallic
Blue
Nautical Blue Metallic / Shoreline Blue Pearl
Brown
Not available
Gray
Predawn Gray Mica
Red
Ooh La La Rouge Mica
Silver
Silver Sky Metallic
White
Blizzard Pearl
Beige
Creme Brulee Mica
Green
Alumina Jade Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Almond
Gray
Charcoal
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Almond
Gray
Ash
Black
Black
