2025 Ford Expedition Max vs. 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Expedition Max

2025 Ford
Expedition Max

MSRP*: $61,525 to $87,000
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder

2025 Nissan
Pathfinder

MSRP*: $36,400 to $50,640
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MPG - City Info not available 20 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 23 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 123.1 ft3 80.5 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 284-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 284 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 6,300 - 9,000 lbs 3,500 - 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 221.7 in 197.7 - 198.8 in
Exterior Width 81.5 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.1 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 35.5 in
Head Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 41.1 - 42.3 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Expedition Max than in the Nissan Pathfinder. The Nissan Pathfinder offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Ford Expedition Max, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Expedition Max will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Pathfinder, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Expedition Max is much wider than the Nissan Pathfinder, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford Expedition Max, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Pathfinder.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Expedition Max is clearly the choice over the Nissan Pathfinder for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Expedition Max greatly out-muscles the Nissan Pathfinder.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Expedition Max does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan Pathfinder.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Expedition Max and the Nissan Pathfinder. With the Ford Expedition Max, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Nissan Pathfinder.