2020 Honda Pilot vs 2021 Subaru Ascent
Overview | |
MSRP$31,650 | MSRP$32,295 |
Average price$28,410 | Average price$29,963 |
Listings805 | Listings896 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
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2020 Honda Pilot Reviews SummaryThe Honda Pilot was once the leader of the midsize 3-row SUV pack. But several rivals from Hyundai, Kia, and Mazda have caught up to (and in some cases, surpassed) the Pilot. Still, the Pilot offers tons of cargo space, an adult-friendly third row, and an impressive list of standard safety features. But Honda’s choices on driver controls and in-car tech are its biggest shortcomings. Read on to learn how the Pilot stacks up against the competition, and to learn the CarGurus recommended trim. | |
2021 Subaru Ascent Reviews SummaryFew automakers have the brand loyalty enjoyed by Subaru—and with good reason. Its cars, wagons, and SUVs are safe, reliable, and provide features like standard all-wheel drive (AWD). A three-row SUV with all of these benefits seems like a no-brainer, and so the 2021 Subaru Ascent is ideally positioned to differentiate itself from the rest of this family-hauling segment. In addition to its spacious cabin and a long list of standard features, the Ascent gains a few key safety features as newly standard equipment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 280 hp V6 | Engine2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 280 hp V6 | Engine Name2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.5 cu ft | Cargo Space17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4036 lbs | Curb Weight4430 lbs |
Height70.6 in | Height71.6 in |
Length196.5 in | Length196.8 in |
Width78.6 in | Width85.7 in |
Wheelbase111.0 in | Wheelbase113.8 in |
Maximum Payload1509 lbs | Maximum Payload1570 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,650 | $32,295 |
Average price | $28,410 | $29,963 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Honda Pilot was once the leader of the midsize 3-row SUV pack. But several rivals from Hyundai, Kia, and Mazda have caught up to (and in some cases, surpassed) the Pilot. Still, the Pilot offers tons of cargo space, an adult-friendly third row, and an impressive list of standard safety features. But Honda’s choices on driver controls and in-car tech are its biggest shortcomings. Read on to learn how the Pilot stacks up against the competition, and to learn the CarGurus recommended trim. | Few automakers have the brand loyalty enjoyed by Subaru—and with good reason. Its cars, wagons, and SUVs are safe, reliable, and provide features like standard all-wheel drive (AWD). A three-row SUV with all of these benefits seems like a no-brainer, and so the 2021 Subaru Ascent is ideally positioned to differentiate itself from the rest of this family-hauling segment. In addition to its spacious cabin and a long list of standard features, the Ascent gains a few key safety features as newly standard equipment. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 280 hp V6 | 2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm | 260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 280 hp V6 | 2.4L 260 hp H4 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm | 260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.5 cu ft | 17.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4036 lbs | 4430 lbs |
Height | 70.6 in | 71.6 in |
Length | 196.5 in | 196.8 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 85.7 in |
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 113.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1509 lbs | 1570 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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