Mazda CX-8 vs Nissan Pathfinder Comparison

    Mazda CX-8

    Nissan Pathfinder

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    2025 Mazda
    CX-8
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    2025 Nissan
    Pathfinder
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    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
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    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
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    Based on the Mazda CX-8
    Based on the Nissan Pathfinder ST-L (4WD)
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    Long distance drivingLong distance driving
    TowingTowing
    Fuel Efficiency
    72L - 74L
    432 to 599 km
    71L
    703 to 746 km
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year - 10 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $42,810 - $72,160
    $59,670 - $82,850
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    CarExpert's Take

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    James Wong
    Marketplace Editor
    James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Return of ST-L greatly reduces entry price
    • Solid space and kit for the money
    • Sweet atmo V6 motor
    Misses
    • Steep $4500 premium for AWD
    • Feels dated next to Santa Fe, Sorento
    • Sweet V6 gets thirsty in town

    Colours Available

    The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is available in the following colours:

    • Glacier White
    • Scarlet Ember
    • Super Black
    • Gun Metallic
    • Brilliant Silver
    • Ivory Pearl
    • Deep Ocean Blue Pearl

    The Ti and Ti-L are also available in the following two-tone treatments:

    • Boulder Grey with black roof
    • Scarlet Ember with black roof
    • Ivory Pearl with black roof
    • Gun Metallic with black roof

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL, PETROL DIRECT INJECTIONMULTI-POINT INJECTION
    Size (cc)
    2191 - 24883498
    Size (L)
    2.2L, 2.5L3.5L
    Cylinders
    46
    Camshaft
    DUAL OVERHEAD CAMDUAL OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1624
    Power
    140kW202kW
    Power RPM
    4500 - 60006400
    Torque
    252Nm - 450Nm340Nm
    Torque RPM
    2000 - 40004400 - 4800
    Bore Stroke
    94.3 - 100-
    Compression Ratio
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