2020 Toyota Highlander vs Nissan Pathfinder

When you’re gearing up for an adventure in the Avon, Indianapolis, and Plainfield, IN, areas, some of the most capable SUVs you can count on are the Toyota Highlander and Nissan Pathfinder. These models are built for the open road, providing plenty of space to seat or pack anyone or anything you need.

If you’re deciding on which of these SUVs is the right choice for you, Andy Mohr Toyota would like to show you this comparison to help settle the debate.

2020 Toyota Highlander vs 2020 Nissan Pathfinder Overview
	Toyota Highlander	Nissan Pathfinder
Engine Power	295 Horsepower	284 Horsepower
Engine Torque	263 lb-ft	259 lb-ft
Gas Mileage	EPA-estimated 21 city/29 highway MPG*	EPA-estimated 20 city/27 highway MPG
Max Cargo Capacity	84.3 cubic feet	79.5 cubic feet

Toyota Highlander vs Nissan Pathfinder: Gas Mileage

These vehicles are built to take you far, and nowhere is that more evident than in their gas mileage.

With a standard 3.5L V6 engine, the Nissan Pathfinder comes to us with up to 284 horsepower and 259 lb-ft of torque. That power leads to an EPA-estimated 20 city MPG and 27 highway MPG, so you can travel far between fill-ups.

If you want more impressive power and better gas mileage, though, look to the Toyota Highlander. This SUV also offers a 3.5L V6 engine. However, it produces 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. Not only that, but the Highlander offers an EPA-estimated 21 city MPG and 29 highway MPG, allowing for more performance.*

Toyota Highlander vs Nissan Pathfinder: Safety

These vehicles also do a lot of great work at helping to prevent accidents from happening. The Highlander and Pathfinder are both equipped with standard Automatic Emergency Braking systems to help you react to possible accidents. Your vehicle can bring you to a stop automatically to help you avoid an accident with any cars up ahead.

Want even more safety features? The Toyota Highlander is here to provide with its Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 suite. This collection of safety features includes a standard Road Sign Assist feature, which records road signs as you pass them. This can be a huge help for drivers traveling down unfamiliar roads, so you always know the speed limit.

Interior and Technology

Once you’re inside either of these SUVs, you’ll notice how spacious they really are. For instance, the Nissan Pathfinder is here to impress with a maximum cargo volume of 79.5 cubic feet.

If you’re using the Toyota Highlander, though, you’ll enjoy a maximum cargo volume of 84.3 cubic feet.

These vehicles are comfortable, too, with both offering a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat. You can use this feature to fully customize your seating angle, so you get the right view out of your windshield.

The Toyota Highlander steps up once again to offer drivers a 10-inch Head-Up Display. This system will provide you with everything from your speed to navigation information all the way to road signs picked up by the Road Sign Assist system. You can count on this feature to help you focus on the road ahead.

Learn more about the Highlander’s interior with our Toyota Highlander interior review.

Should I Get the 2020 Toyota Highlander or the Nissan Pathfinder?

When it comes to a decision between the 2020 Toyota Highlander or the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder, the Highlander comes out on top. With so much technology at its disposal, you can accomplish a ton with this vehicle while making trips around Avon, Indianapolis, and Plainfield, Indiana.

To get started on seeing if this SUV is right for you, read the rest of our Toyota Highlander reviews and comparisons. Then, schedule a test drive with us at Andy Mohr Toyota today!

 

*2020 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.