2020 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2020 Nissan Pathfinder

At $52,300 MSRP and $31,680 MSRP, respectively, the 2020 Land Rover Discovery and the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder don’t necessarily start in the same price range. However, even if you compare the top-level Pathfinder to the base-level Discovery, you’ll find that the Land Rover simply has much more to offer. Don’t just take our word for it; compare the Land Rover Discovery vs. Nissan Pathfinder and find true value with our team.

Discovery vs. Pathfinder: Performance and Engine Specs

At the beginning of the latest Discovery lineup, you’ll find the Discovery SE. The base Pathfinder trim is the Pathfinder S, but we’ll be focusing on the Platinum model. Regardless of trim, any Tempe-area driver comparing the Discovery vs. Pathfinder on performance will identify a clear winner:

• Horsepower and Torque: The Nissan Pathfinder Platinum only offers 284 hp and 259 lb-ft of torque. Meanwhile, the base-level Land Rover Discovery offers a standard supercharged 3.0-liter V6 with 340 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.
• Towing Capacity: A fully-loaded Pathfinder can tow up to 6,000 pounds. That’s an impressive sum, but not compared to the Discovery SUV’s towing capacity of 8,201 pounds.
• Drivetrain and Transmission: The Pathfinder Platinum and the Discovery SE both come with standard 4WD, but only the Discovery offers an 8-speed AT with a built-in manual mode. The Pathfinder only offers a 2-speed CVT that isn’t as engaging to use.

Discovery vs. Pathfinder: Seating Capacity and Cargo Space

The Discovery interior dimensions win out over those of the Pathfinder in the two areas where it really matters. Here’s what you should know:

• Seating Capacity: The Discovery lets you choose between five seats and seven, while the Pathfinder only offers a 7-seat configuration. Many drivers would prefer to have the option to choose.
• Cargo Capacity: You can travel with up to 83.7 cubic feet of cargo in the Land Rover Discovery, when the rear seats are folded flat. The Pathfinder only offers up to 79.5 cubic feet under the same conditions.

Discovery vs. Pathfinder: Warranty and Value

Of course, buying the Discovery instead of the Pathfinder won’t just get you more room and more power. You’ll get more extensive warranty coverage in several key areas:

• The Pathfinder SUV’s basic warranty lasts for just 3 years or 36,000 miles! The Discovery comes with a 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty.
• You’ll enjoy roadside assistance for four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first, if you choose the Land Rover. The Pathfinder only comes with three years or 36,000 miles of roadside assistance.

The base-level Discovery and the top-level Pathfinder offer many of the same features, including leather seats, a touchscreen monitor, dual-zone climate control, and much more. Plus, the Discovery includes features like Terrain Response® 2, that you can never get in a Pathfinder. And if you decide you’d like a little something extra, you have a whole lineup of Discovery trims to explore.

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