The better family SUV. Edmunds compares the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder
For families who need three rows, usable cargo space, and enough capability for a weekend adventure, the midsize SUV remains the default answer


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For families who need three rows, usable cargo space, and enough capability for a weekend adventure, the midsize SUV remains the default answer

The new Pathfinder will supposedly share a platform with the upcoming Xterra.

More standard equipment increases the Pathfinder's starting price by $1,100.

Several small changes result in a meaningful update for Nissan's popular three-row SUV.

The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder gains an updated exterior design, a new paint option, and more technology inside.

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