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Nissan Pathfinder vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Pathfinder vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,700

Tesla Model 3   
Difference: $1,295

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelPathfinderModel 3
TrimLEBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $40,240 $49,000
Floor mats 200  
5.6L V8 1,530  
4WD w/low range 2,200  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000
Floor mats 163  
5.6L V8 1,415  
4WD w/low range 2,035  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 3,930 1,000
Options (change) 3,613 0
Destination 825 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $44,995 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Nissan Pathfinder LE
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $480
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $46,357
Model Year20122018
ModelPathfinderModel 3
TrimLEBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine310hp V8258hp E
TransmissionT5A1
Drivetrain4WD w/4LRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/18 MPG136/123 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/60-18235/45-18
Total Price$44,995$43,700
Adjustments for Features-1,7750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,220$43,700

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Features Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20122018
ModelPathfinderModel 3
TrimLEBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
1-speed automatic $800
4WD w/low range$2200 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry$225 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Brake assist $50
Forward collision warning $200
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net$40 
Class IV trailer hitch$300 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rack$300 
Storage compartment under second row seats$50 
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
75 kWh battery pack $0
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Rear bumper protector$40 
Running boards$350 
Skid plate (one)$50 
Tow hook(s), front$40 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive$15 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Range alert $0
Satellite radio$200 
SD Card slot$25 
Surround sound $250
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
Tachometer$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding third row seats$600 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$10,100$8,325
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,775$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,6450

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Pathfinder vs. Tesla Model 3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Pathfinder vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20122018
ModelPathfinderModel 3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in113.2 in
Length192.3 in184.8 in
Width72.8 in72.8 in
Height72.0 in56.8 in
Curb Weight5,020 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom40.0 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.6 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.2 in35.2 in
Row 3 Headroom36.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room57.1 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room44.0 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom28.1 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		16.5 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		49.2 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		79.2 ft315.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Pathfinder vs. Tesla Model 3 specs.

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