Honda Pilot vs Ford Escape Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2003-Present | Years produced2005-2012 |
MSRP$42,195 | MSRP$33,890 |
Listings1267 | Listings456 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryWhile it has a more truck-like presence, the 2026 Honda Pilot remains fundamentally the same as before—and that's a good thing. It's the automaker's midsize three-row crossover SUV, competing against family-focused models such as the Toyota Grand Highlander and the Ford Explorer. Verdict: Clever features help the Pilot stand out from other three-row SUVs. Our only major complaint is the lack of a more fuel-efficient model. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 285 hp V6 | Engine2.5L 192 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower285 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City19 | MPG City42 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 285 hp V6 | Engine Name2.5L 192 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower285 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City19 | MPG City42 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.6 cu ft | Cargo Space34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4336 lbs | Curb Weight3684 lbs |
Height71.0 in | Height66.1 in |
Length200.1 in | Length181.2 in |
Width78.5 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1340 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-Present | 2005-2012 |
MSRP | $42,195 | $33,890 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | While it has a more truck-like presence, the 2026 Honda Pilot remains fundamentally the same as before—and that's a good thing. It's the automaker's midsize three-row crossover SUV, competing against family-focused models such as the Toyota Grand Highlander and the Ford Explorer. Verdict: Clever features help the Pilot stand out from other three-row SUVs. Our only major complaint is the lack of a more fuel-efficient model. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 285 hp V6 | 2.5L 192 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 19 | 42 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 285 hp V6 | 2.5L 192 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 285 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 19 | 42 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.6 cu ft | 34.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4336 lbs | 3684 lbs |
Height | 71.0 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 200.1 in | 181.2 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1340 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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