Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2018 Nissan Pathfinder Nissan Pathfinder 2008

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Pathfinder Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Pathfinder Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,800

Nissan Pathfinder LE   
Difference: $1,775

Lowest Total Invoice: $39,417

Nissan Pathfinder LE   
Difference: $3,148

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182008
ModelExplorerExplorerPathfinder
TrimXLTLimitedLE
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $34,020 $42,090 $36,080
Base Invoice $32,489 $40,196 $33,418
Technology Feature Bundle 935    
Package 202A 4,100    
Running boards 595 595  
Roof rack crossbars 140 140  
Cargo mat 100 100 85
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,995 1,995  
Panoramic sunroof 1,695 1,695  
3.5L V6   0  
Navigation system     2,400
Floor mats     155
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted     1,600
5.6L V8     1,700
Technology Feature Bundle 888    
Package 202A 3,895    
Running boards 565 565  
Roof rack crossbars 133 133  
Cargo mat 95 95 70
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,895 1,895  
Panoramic sunroof 1,610 1,610  
3.5L V6   0  
Navigation system     2,082
Floor mats     106
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted     1,388
5.6L V8     1,573
Options (change) 9,560 4,525 5,940
Options (change) 9,081 4,298 5,219
Destination 995 995 780
Total Price $44,575 $47,610 $42,800
Total Invoice $42,565 $45,489 $39,417

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Nissan Pathfinder dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer XLT
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan Pathfinder LE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $259
Model Year201820182008
ModelExplorerExplorerPathfinder
TrimXLTLimitedLE
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine290hp V6290hp V6310hp V8
TransmissionT6T6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG17/24 MPG13/18 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7390, 12?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/60-18255/50-20265/60-18
Total Price$44,575$47,610$42,800
Adjustments for Features-3,025-5,3900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,550$42,220$42,800
Cost Above Minimum$0$670$0
Total Invoice$42,565$45,489$39,417
Adjustments for Features-2,889-5,1500
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,676$40,339$39,417
Cost Above Minimum$0$663$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year201820182008
ModelExplorerExplorerPathfinder
TrimXLTLimitedLE
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000
FWD$0$0 
RWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100 
Heated steering wheel$100$100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power liftgate$350$350 
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Remote app$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25 
Remote start$150$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350 
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist$50$50 
Curve control$50$50 
Full-size spare tire  $225
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front$150$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Safety key$5$5 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Trailer sway control$25$25 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Wide-view front camera $150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Class IV trailer hitch  $300
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate  $150
Storage compartment under second row seats  $50
Trailering equipment (7 wire)  $150
Climate Control 
Rear HVAC unit$400$400 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Skid plate (one)  $50
Sunroof  $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0 
Android Auto support$100$100 
App support$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$1200$1200 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted  $1000
HD radio $50 
Media drive  $15
SD Card slot  $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Surround sound $250 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
Traffic information  $25
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0 
Interior ambient lighting $150 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750 
Power-folding mirrors $50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300 
Door sill trim plates $100 
Folding third row seats  $600
Heated second row seats $200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power-stowing third row seats $1000 
Stowable third row seats$600  
Tailgating position, third row seats $50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Machined alloy wheels  $350
Total Value of Features$8,955$11,320$5,930
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,025$5,390$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,889-5,1500

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Pathfinder

Model Year20182008
ModelExplorerPathfinder
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in112.2 in
Length198.3 in192.3 in
Width78.9 in72.8 in
Height70.0 in72.0 in
Curb Weight4,457 lb.4,779 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.4 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.5 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom40.6 in40.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.8 in57.6 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in34.2 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in36.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in57.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in44.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.3 in28.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft316.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft349.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
81.7 ft379.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Technology Feature Bundle
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD player125Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested85097%
Total Not Requested253%
Package 202A
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Power liftgate350No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Remote start150No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Unbranded, 7 speakers350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Heated steering wheel100No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Remote climate control25No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Remote app25No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Total Requested180051%
Total Not Requested175049%

Option Package Details
Nissan Pathfinder LE

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
SD Card slot25No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested107596%
Total Not Requested404%
5.6L V8
DOHC-4v
310 hp@5200
388 lb-ft@3400
FeatureValueRequested?
5.6L V8
DOHC-4v
310 hp@5200
388 lb-ft@3400
1000Yes
265/60R18 tires400No
Total Requested100071%
Total Not Requested40029%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.