Audi Q3 Quattro vs Nissan Pathfinder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Pathfinder
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium quattro | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,000 (best) | $37,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 284 hp (best) |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft | 259 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 48.2 cu ft | 80.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,729 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,682 lbs (best) | 4,334 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 114.2 in (best) |
| Length | 172.8 in | 197.7 in (best) |
| Width | 72.1 in | 77.9 in (best) |
| Height | 62.6 in | 70.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q3 Quattro | Nissan Pathfinder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium quattro $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus quattro $37,900 MSRP | S $39,500 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SV $39,900 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SV $41,900 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SL $42,500 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SL $44,500 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Rock Creek $45,000 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Platinum $49,400 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Platinum $51,400 MSRP |