2025 Nissan Pathfinder Vs. Toyota 4Runner

Deciding between the Nissan Pathfinder or Toyota 4Runner can be tough. While both SUVs offer advanced technology and available third-row seating, many Newark and Staten Island drivers are drawn to the Pathfinder for its spacious cabin and impressive fuel efficiency. In this Nissan Pathfinder vs. Toyota 4Runner comparison, we’ll show you why the Pathfinder is the smarter, more practical choice for daily life and family adventures.

2025 Toyota 4Runner Vs. Nissan Pathfinder: Fuel Economy

Whether you choose the Nissan Pathfinder or Toyota 4Runner, impressive performance and capability come standard. That said, rising gas prices have more drivers considering their engine’s efficiency when shopping for their next model. 

That’s why the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder lineup makes fuel economy a priority. Even on its four-wheel drive trims, the Nissan Pathfinder provides exceptional efficiency for the Bayonne roads that the hybrid engines of the Toyota 4Runner just can’t beat. Compare the 2025 Pathfinder vs. 4Runner mpg ratings below for all the details:

2025 Nissan Pathfinder MPG Ratings

• 3.5L V6 Engine (2WD; All Trims): 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway*
• 3.5L V6 Engine (4WD; S, SV & SL Trims): 21 mpg city / 27 mpg highway*
• 3.5L V6 Engine (4WD; Platinum Trim): 20 mpg city / 25 mpg highway*
• 3.5L V6 Engine (4WD; Rock Creek Trim): 20 mpg city / 23 mpg highway*

2025 Toyota 4Runner MPG Ratings

• 2.4L i-FORCE 4-Cylinder Engine (2WD; SR5, Sport & Sport Premium Trims): 20 mpg city / 26 mpg highway
• 2.4L i-FORCE 4-Cylinder Engine (2WD; Limited Trim): 20 mpg city / 24 mpg highway
• 2.4L i-FORCE 4-Cylinder Engine (4WD; SR5, Sport, Sport Premium, Off-Road, & Off-Road Premium Trims): 19 mpg city / 25 mpg highway
• 2.4L i-FORCE 4-Cylinder Engine (4WD; Limited Trim): 20 mpg city / 24 mpg highway
• 2.4L i-FORCE MAX 4-Cylinder Engine (4WD; All Trims): 23 mpg city / 24 mpg highway

2025 Toyota 4Runner Vs. Nissan Pathfinder: Interior Dimensions

Another major difference drivers notice when comparing the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder vs. Toyota 4Runner is their available cabin space. While both offer three rows of seating, only the Nissan Pathfinder interior offers that seating as a standard feature. The Toyota 4Runner, on the other hand, only starts with two rows of seating, making its seven-passenger cabin an option on higher trim levels. 

As such, the Nissan Pathfinder takes the lead with its base three-row interior design, providing more space throughout the cabin than the Toyota 4Runner. Get all the details about each model’s cabin in the Pathfinder vs. 4Runner dimension breakdown below:

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Standard Interior Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: 8 passengers
• Headroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 42.3 inches / 39.6 inches / 37.8 inches
• Shoulder Room (Front/Middle/Rear): 60.8 inches / 59.6 inches / 58.4 inches
• Hip Room (Front/Middle/Rear): 58.3 inches / 56.3 inches / 46.7 inches
• Legroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 44.3 inches / 35.5 inches / 28 inches

2025 Toyota 4Runner Standard Interior Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
• Headroom (Front/Rear): 39.7 inches / 37.8 inches
• Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 58 inches / 57.8 inches
• Hip Room (Front/Rear): 55.2 inches / 56.1 inches
• Legroom (Front/Rear): 41.8 inches / 34.8 inches

Compare The Pathfinder Vs. 4Runner At Hudson Nissan

So, which will it be—the Nissan Pathfinder or Toyota 4Runner? If you prioritize space and fuel efficiency like other Hillside drivers, the Pathfinder is the clear winner. We have a wide range of new and pre-owned vehicles at Hudson Nissan, so visit our dealership in Jersey City to continue your comparison in person. As always, please feel free to contact us with any questions!

*EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions—use for comparison only.