Pros 6,000-pound towing capacity near the top of the class Comfortable and quiet highway ride Spacious cabin
Cons The front seats feel a bit stiff The engine can be sluggish to respond Less cargo space than some rivals
Pros Upscale, airy interior Many standard tech and safety features Pleasant driving dynamics
Cons Above-average starting price
Completely new for 2022, the Pathfinder sheds the frumpy design of the 2020 model in favor of a rugged and modern look. Expect to see the new Pathfinder in Nissan dealerships in summer 2021.
Pros Quiet cabin, impressive towing capacity, plentiful storage cubbies and bins.
Cons Lackluster handling, numb steering, loaded model costs more than Telluride but isn't quite as nice.
The SQ5 receives a styling refresh for 2021.Updated infotainment system.Wireless smartphone integration and integrated toll-road payment system debut.
Pros Impressively comfortable ride for a sport-tuned SUV Generous space for passengers Luxurious but restrained interior design Nimble handling
Cons Lack of touchscreen limits usefulness of smartphone integration
Like the regular Q5, the high-performance SQ5 receives a host of exterior updates for 2021 to freshen its look. New exterior lighting elements, a tweaked grille and bumpers, and new wheel designs differentiate it from last year's model. The top-spec Prestige gets OLED taillights as standard, and two new colors join the palette: Ultra Blue and District Green.
Pros Handsomely-equipped cabin, comfortable ride, decent fuel economy for a performance SUV.
Cons Not overly spacious, turbo V-6 doesn't match rivals' horsepower, handling not as sharp as it could be.
