Honda Pilot vs Isuzu Ascender
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2008 | Years produced2003-Present |
MSRP$27,149 | MSRP$40,200 |
Listings7 | Listings9545 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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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 | |
Engine4.2L 285 hp I6 | Engine3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower285 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.2L 285 hp I6 | Engine Name3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Torque276 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower285 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsOptional | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofOptional | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space43.7 cu ft | Cargo Space18.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4417 lbs | Curb Weight4313 lbs |
Height74.5 in | Height71.0 in |
Length191.6 in | Length199.9 in |
Width76.1 in | Width78.5 in |
Wheelbase113.0 in | Wheelbase113.8 in |
Maximum Payload1133 lbs | Maximum Payload1340 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload1133 lbs | Standard Payload |
Maximum Towing Capacity5800 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2008 | 2003-Present |
MSRP | $27,149 | $40,200 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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 | 4.2L 285 hp I6 | 3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6000 rpm | 285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.2L 285 hp I6 | 3.5L 285 hp V6 |
Torque | 276 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6000 rpm | 285 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 43.7 cu ft | 18.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4417 lbs | 4313 lbs |
Height | 74.5 in | 71.0 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 199.9 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 78.5 in |
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 113.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1133 lbs | 1340 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1133 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5800 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | |
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