Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 vs Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium 6.5 s Runner-up: 6.8 s
Power winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium 340 hp Runner-up: 284 hp
Cargo winner Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 470 L Runner-up: 400 L
Price winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium $48,000 Runner-up: $51,600

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 against the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 6.8 seconds for 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed output at 340 hp; 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 is rated at 284 hp, a difference of 56 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium at 500 Nm and 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 at 351 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the lower recorded consumption at 9.8 L/100km; 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 is listed at 10.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 470 litres versus 400 litres, a difference of 70 litres. 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 carries the higher towing rating at 2,722 kg, while 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is listed at 2,268 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is 95 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the lower listed starting price at $48,000, compared with $51,600 for 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V62025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.8 s6.5 s
Top Speed195 km/h210 km/h
Power284 hp340 hp
Torque351 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank72 L68 L
Efficiency10.2 L/100km9.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions233 g/km224 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,004 mm5,099 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm201 mm
Cargo470 L400 L
Curb Weight2,045 kg2,100 kg
Towing2,722 kg2,268 kg
Seats88
Turning Circle11.6 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$51,600$48,000

Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 vs Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 6.8 seconds for 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 195 km/h (121 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has more power at 340 hp, a 56 hp advantage over 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 has more listed cargo space at 470 litres (16.6 cu ft), versus 400 litres (14.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,722 kg (6,001 lb), compared with 2,268 kg (5,000 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is heavier at 2,100 kg (4,630 lb), while 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 is listed at 2,045 kg (4,508 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $48,000 USD, compared with $51,600 USD for 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 3.5L V6 or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.