Honda Pilot vs Honda Element
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2011 | Years produced2003-Present |
MSRP$20,825 | MSRP$40,200 |
Listings306 | Listings9314 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryHonda keeps it simple with the 2025 Pilot, offering a single powertrain with a choice between front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD). Nearly all Pilots have eight-passenger seating, and with higher trims, the second-row center section is removable to create a seven-passenger configuration. The Black Edition returns to the top of the lineup for 2025, equipped with blacked-out exterior trim and red interior accents. Also, the Honda Service Pass program is cut to 12 months or 12,000 miles. Verdict: With the 2025 Pilot, Honda hasn’t messed with success. It is a roomy and practical daily driver that makes life easy, has plenty of power to effortlessly get up to speed, and is safe for transporting the people you love the most. However, it is time for Honda to offer a hybrid version. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 166 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower166 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 166 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Torque161 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower166 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity8 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.1 cu ft | Cargo Space18.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3515 lbs | Curb Weight4313 lbs |
Height70.4 in | Height71.0 in |
Length169.9 in | Length199.9 in |
Width71.6 in | Width78.5 in |
Wheelbase101.4 in | Wheelbase113.8 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1340 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2011 | 2003-Present |
MSRP | $20,825 | $40,200 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Honda keeps it simple with the 2025 Pilot, offering a single powertrain with a choice between front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD). Nearly all Pilots have eight-passenger seating, and with higher trims, the second-row center section is removable to create a seven-passenger configuration. The Black Edition returns to the top of the lineup for 2025, equipped with blacked-out exterior trim and red interior accents. Also, the Honda Service Pass program is cut to 12 months or 12,000 miles. Verdict: With the 2025 Pilot, Honda hasn’t messed with success. It is a roomy and practical daily driver that makes life easy, has plenty of power to effortlessly get up to speed, and is safe for transporting the people you love the most. However, it is time for Honda to offer a hybrid version. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 166 hp I4 | 3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 8 |
Horsepower | 166 hp @ 5800 rpm | 285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 166 hp I4 | 3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Torque | 161 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | 166 hp @ 5800 rpm | 285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 8 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.1 cu ft | 18.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3515 lbs | 4313 lbs |
Height | 70.4 in | 71.0 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 199.9 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 78.5 in |
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 113.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1340 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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