Hyundai Palisade vs Nissan Pathfinder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Pathfinder
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai PalisadeSE | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai PalisadeSE | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,435 | $37,500 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai PalisadeSE | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 19 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai PalisadeSE | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 287 hp (best) | 284 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft (best) | 259 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai PalisadeSE | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 86.7 cu ft (best) | 80.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | — | 1,729 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,420 lbs | 4,334 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.4 in (best) | 7.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 114.2 in |
| Length | 199.2 in (best) | 197.7 in |
| Width | 78 in (best) | 77.9 in |
| Height | 69.5 in | 70.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai PalisadeSE | Nissan PathfinderS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 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) | 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 | Hyundai Palisade | Nissan Pathfinder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $39,435 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $40,935 MSRP | S $39,500 MSRP |
| 3 | SEL $41,440 MSRP | SV $39,900 MSRP |
| 4 | SEL $41,440 MSRP | SV $41,900 MSRP |
| 5 | SEL $43,440 MSRP | SL $42,500 MSRP |
| 6 | SEL $43,440 MSRP | SL $44,500 MSRP |
| 7 | SEL Convenience $42,870 MSRP | Rock Creek $45,000 MSRP |
| 8 | SEL Convenience $44,870 MSRP | Platinum $49,400 MSRP |
| 9 | Hybrid Blue SEL $43,660 MSRP | Platinum $51,400 MSRP |
| 10 | Hybrid Blue SEL $43,660 MSRP | — |
| 11 | SEL Premium $44,800 MSRP | — |
| 12 | SEL Premium $45,300 MSRP | — |
| 13 | SEL Premium $46,800 MSRP | — |
| 14 | SEL Premium $47,300 MSRP | — |
| 15 | Hybrid SEL $45,660 MSRP | — |
| 16 | Hybrid SEL $45,660 MSRP | — |
| 17 | Hybrid Blue SEL Premium $47,020 MSRP | — |
| 18 | Hybrid Blue SEL Premium $47,020 MSRP | — |
| 19 | Hybrid SEL Premium $49,020 MSRP | — |
| 20 | Hybrid SEL Premium $49,020 MSRP | — |
| 21 | Limited $49,270 MSRP | — |
| 22 | Limited $51,270 MSRP | — |
| 23 | XRT PRO $49,370 MSRP | — |
| 24 | Hybrid Limited $51,490 MSRP | — |
| 25 | Hybrid Limited $53,490 MSRP | — |
| 26 | Calligraphy $54,060 MSRP | — |
| 27 | Calligraphy $56,560 MSRP | — |
| 28 | Hybrid Calligraphy $56,280 MSRP | — |
| 29 | Hybrid Calligraphy $58,280 MSRP | — |