Cadillac XT4 vs Nissan Pathfinder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Pathfinder
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium Luxury | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,795 | $37,500 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,779 | $14,984 (best) |
| Median listing price | $27,647 (best) | $40,897 |
| Highest listing price | $35,500 (best) | $57,365 |
| For sale now | 20 | 176 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 284 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 259 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 48.9 cu ft | 80.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,750 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,479 lbs | 1,729 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,702 lbs (best) | 4,334 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 7.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 109 in | 114.2 in (best) |
| Length | 180.1 in | 197.7 in (best) |
| Width | 76.7 in | 77.9 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in | 70.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac XT4Premium Luxury | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
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 | Cadillac XT4 | Nissan Pathfinder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium Luxury $40,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Luxury $43,295 MSRP | S $39,500 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport $41,595 MSRP | SV $39,900 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport $44,095 MSRP | 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 |
Live inventory
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Cadillac XT4 vs Nissan Pathfinder FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Cadillac XT4 vs 2026 Nissan Pathfinder on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder starts lower at $37,500. Live Cadillac XT4 listings start at $17,779. Live Nissan Pathfinder listings start at $14,984.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,500).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- The 2025 Cadillac XT4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on horsepower in this comparison (295).
- Which has better seats: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Cadillac XT4 or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Cadillac XT4 vs 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac XT4 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Pathfinder (5/5 NHTSA overall).