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Kia Borrego vs Nissan Pathfinder

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2009 Kia Borrego

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2026 Nissan Pathfinder

Overview

SpecKia BorregoLXNissan PathfinderS
Selected trimLXS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20092026

Pricing & market

SpecKia BorregoLXNissan PathfinderS
MSRP$26,245 (best)$37,500
Lowest listing price$14,984 (best)
Median listing price$40,448 (best)
Highest listing price$57,365 (best)
For sale now0179 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia BorregoLXNissan PathfinderS
Combined MPG18 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG21 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20.6 gal (best)18.5 gal

Performance

SpecKia BorregoLXNissan PathfinderS
Horsepower276 hp284 hp (best)
Torque267 lb-ft (best)259 lb-ft
Engine size3.8 L (best)3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecKia BorregoLXNissan PathfinderS
Seating7 seats8 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume12.4 cu ft80.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,000 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,729 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,248 lbs (best)4,334 lbs
Ground clearance8.5 in (best)7.1 in
Wheelbase114 in114.2 in (best)
Length192.1 in197.7 in (best)
Width75.4 in77.9 in (best)
Height71.3 in (best)70.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia BorregoLXNissan PathfinderS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None 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.

TrimKia BorregoNissan Pathfinder
1

LX

$26,245 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$28,295 MSRP

S

$39,500 MSRP

3

LX

$30,995 MSRP

SV

$39,900 MSRP

4

EX

$27,995 MSRP

SV

$41,900 MSRP

5

EX

$30,995 MSRP

SL

$42,500 MSRP

6

EX

$29,995 MSRP

SL

$44,500 MSRP

7

EX

$32,995 MSRP

Rock Creek

$45,000 MSRP

8

Limited

$37,995 MSRP

Platinum

$49,400 MSRP

9

Limited

$39,995 MSRP

Platinum

$51,400 MSRP

Live inventory

Kia Borrego vs Nissan Pathfinder FAQ

Which is better: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Kia Borrego 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: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Kia Borrego starts lower at $26,245. Live Nissan Pathfinder listings start at $14,984.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,245).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on horsepower in this comparison (337).
Which has better seats: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2009 Kia Borrego or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2009 Kia Borrego leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2009 Kia Borrego vs 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Pathfinder (5/5 NHTSA overall).