2020 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD vs 2WD: is 4WD worth it?
4x4 S vs S 2WD
4WD adds $1,690. Costs $76 more a year in fuel.
$2,145more over 6 years
- 22 vs 23 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every 4WD and 2WD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 2WD 4x4 S | $31,980 $33,670 | $1,690 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $2,145 | +140 lb |
| FWD SV SV 4WD | $34,770 $36,460 | $1,690 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $2,145 | +140 lb |
| FWD SL SL 4WD | $38,390 $40,080 | $1,690 | 23 mpg 22 mpg | $1,670 $1,745 | $2,145 | +140 lb |
| FWD Platinum Platinum 4WD | $43,220 $44,910 | $1,690 | 23 mpg 21 mpg | $1,670 $1,829 | $2,644 | N/A |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree