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Lexus NX200t vs Nissan Pathfinder

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

Vehicles

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2017 Lexus NX200t

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2026 Nissan Pathfinder

Overview

SpecLexus NX200t200tNissan PathfinderS
Selected trim200tS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20172026

Pricing & market

SpecLexus NX200t200tNissan PathfinderS
MSRP$35,285 (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

SpecLexus NX200t200tNissan PathfinderS
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank15.9 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLexus NX200t200tNissan PathfinderS
Horsepower235 hp284 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft259 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecLexus NX200t200tNissan PathfinderS
Seating5 seats8 seats (best)
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume54.6 cu ft80.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,150 lbs1,729 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,940 lbs (best)4,334 lbs
Ground clearance6.9 in7.1 in (best)
Wheelbase104.7 in114.2 in (best)
Length182.3 in197.7 in (best)
Width73.6 in77.9 in (best)
Height64.8 in70.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLexus NX200t200tNissan PathfinderS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimLexus NX200tNissan Pathfinder
1

200t

$35,285 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

200t

$36,685 MSRP

S

$39,500 MSRP

3

200t F SPORT

$37,385 MSRP

SV

$39,900 MSRP

4

200t F SPORT

$38,785 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

Lexus NX200t vs Nissan Pathfinder FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Lexus NX200t or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Lexus NX200t 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: 2017 Lexus NX200t or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Lexus NX200t starts lower at $35,285. Live Nissan Pathfinder listings start at $14,984.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Lexus NX200t or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2017 Lexus NX200t leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (35,285).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Lexus NX200t or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2017 Lexus NX200t leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Lexus NX200t or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on horsepower in this comparison (295).
Which has better seats: 2017 Lexus NX200t or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2017 Lexus NX200t or 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Lexus NX200t vs 2026 Nissan Pathfinder?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lexus NX200t (5/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Pathfinder (5/5 NHTSA overall).