Chevrolet Traverse Limited vs Nissan Pathfinder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Pathfinder
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse LimitedLS | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse LimitedLS | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,520 (best) | $37,500 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse LimitedLS | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse LimitedLS | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 310 hp (best) | 284 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft (best) | 259 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse LimitedLS | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 98.2 cu ft (best) | 80.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,729 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 4,334 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in (best) | 7.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in (best) | 114.2 in |
| Length | 205.9 in (best) | 197.7 in |
| Width | 78.6 in (best) | 77.9 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 70.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse LimitedLS | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | Chevrolet Traverse Limited | Nissan Pathfinder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $34,520 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $36,520 MSRP | S $39,500 MSRP |
| 3 | LT Cloth $37,045 MSRP | SV $39,900 MSRP |
| 4 | LT Cloth $40,845 MSRP | SV $41,900 MSRP |
| 5 | LT Leather $40,740 MSRP | SL $42,500 MSRP |
| 6 | LT Leather $42,740 MSRP | SL $44,500 MSRP |
| 7 | RS $45,045 MSRP | Rock Creek $45,000 MSRP |
| 8 | RS $47,045 MSRP | Platinum $49,400 MSRP |
| 9 | Premier $47,200 MSRP | Platinum $51,400 MSRP |
| 10 | Premier $49,800 MSRP | — |
| 11 | High Country $52,000 MSRP | — |
| 12 | High Country $54,200 MSRP | — |