Nissan Pathfinder vs Subaru Tribeca
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2014 Subaru Tribeca
Overview
| Spec | Nissan PathfinderS | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S | 3.6R Limited |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Nissan PathfinderS | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,500 | $34,095 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Nissan PathfinderS | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Nissan PathfinderS | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 284 hp (best) | 256 hp |
| Torque | 259 lb-ft (best) | 247 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | flat 6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Nissan PathfinderS | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 7 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 80.5 cu ft (best) | 74.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,729 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,334 lbs | 4,214 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in (best) | 108.2 in |
| Length | 197.7 in (best) | 191.5 in |
| Width | 77.9 in (best) | 73.9 in |
| Height | 70.9 in (best) | 67.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Nissan PathfinderS | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | Nissan Pathfinder | Subaru Tribeca |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S $37,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 3.6R Limited $34,095 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $39,500 MSRP | — |
| 3 | SV $39,900 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 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 | — |