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Nissan Pathfinder vs Tesla Model Y

Nissan Pathfinder $51,400
Tesla Model Y $47,990 – $48,990

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Comparing Nissan Pathfinder vs Tesla Model Y. Tesla Model Y offers the strongest value on price. Nissan Pathfinder leads on expert rating.

Category Winners

Overall Winner Nissan Pathfinder
Best Value Tesla Model Y
Top Rated Nissan Pathfinder
Fuel Economy Tesla Model Y
Performance Tesla Model Y

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Model Year

Expert Rating

Nissan Pathfinder

Nissan Pathfinder

$51,400
Rating: 4.7/10
Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y

$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
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Specification Nissan
Pathfinder
Tesla
Model Y
Brand Nissan Tesla
Model Pathfinder Model Y
Year 2026 2026
Type Ev
Body Style Midsize SUV Compact Crossover SUV
Current Price $51,400 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $51,400 $48,990
Dealer Price $50,100 $47,990
Engine 3.5L DOHC 24-Valve Direct Injection V6 Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 284 hp @ 6,400 rpm 384 hp (est.)
Torque 259 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 6.7 sec (0-60 mph) 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 118 mph 135 mph
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Gasoline Electric
Mileage / MPG 22 MPG Combined (20 City / 25 Hwy) 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) N/A 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) 0 g/mi
Battery 12V heavy-duty starter battery Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging N/A 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)
Expert Rating 4.7/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 960 2240
Performance Score 8.4 9.0
Comfort Score 9.5 8.7
Safety Score Top Safety Pick+ 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 8.0 9.5
Technology Score 9.3 9.5
Value Score 9.1 9.0
Pros Stout 6,000 lbs maximum towing capacity standard on Platinum; Upscale cabin with semi-aniline quilted leather and panora... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons 3rd-row legroom is tighter than in larger competitors like the Chevy Traverse; Fuel economy is average for the 3-row V6... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...