2024 Honda Pilot Vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander

2024 Honda Pilot driving by mountainside
2024 Honda Pilot

Vs.

2024 Toyota Highlander
$37,090*

Starting MSRP

$39,270
8

Seating Capacity

8
3.5L V6

Engine

2.4L Turbo I4
285 / 262 lb-ft of torque

Engine Output

265 hp / 310 lb-ft of torque
158.4 cubic feet

Passenger Volume

141.8 cubic feet
111.8 cubic feet

Maximum Cargo Volume

84.3 cubic feet

Many drivers in Warsaw find themselves torn between the popular Honda Pilot vs. Toyota Highlander. Both are spacious, both are powerful, and both are found all over the Indianapolis roads. So, should you choose a Pilot or Highlander for your next ride? While both have their merits for Wabash customers, we think that the Honda Pilot is truly something special. It brings big specs and big space to your morning commute, and it’s even the more affordable option of the two! Let’s dive into the differences between the Honda Pilot vs. Toyota Highlander below.

Pilot or Highlander: Performance

Between the two SUVs which is the more powerful option? The 2024 Toyota Highlander has a base 4-cylinder engine that brings 265 hp to your daily drives. The 2024 Honda Pilot, on the other hand, has a more powerful V6 with 285 hp. Plus, the Pilot’s 10-speed automatic delivers smoother shifting for added comfort. As you’ll see below, the Honda Pilot offers the better specs:

2024 Honda Pilot LX

  • 3.5L V6 engine 
  • 285 horsepower 
  • 262 lb-ft of torque 
  • 10-speed automatic transmission

2024 Toyota Highlander LE

  • 2.4L Turbo I4 engine
  • 265 horsepower 
  • 310 lb-ft of torque
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission

Pilot or Highlander: Dimensions

Which is the more spacious SUV? Both models are three-row models that offer plenty of passenger and cargo room, but once again, the Honda Pilot has the advantage. Not only does the Pilot offer an extra 17.1 cubic feet of passenger space, but it also brings an extra 27.5 cubic feet of cargo space to your travels! Compare the Honda Pilot vs. Toyota Highlander dimensions below:

2024 Honda Pilot

  • Cargo Volume (Behind 1st/2nd/3rd Row): 111.8 / 59.5 / 21.8 cubic feet
  • Passenger Volume: 158.4 cubic feet
  • Legroom (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 41 / 40.8 / 32.5 inches
  • Headroom (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 40.5 / 40.2 / 39.3 inches

2024 Toyota Highlander 

  • Cargo Volume (Behind 1st/2nd/3rd Row): 84.3 / 48.4 / 16 cubic feet
  • Passenger Volume: 141.3 cubic feet
  • Legroom (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 42 / 38.7 / 28 inches
  • Headroom (1st/2nd/3rd Row): 41.2 / 39.4/ 36.1 inches

Find Your Next SUV at Don Ayres Honda

Now you can see why the Honda Pilot remains such a popular pick for drivers around the world! So if you want to see this stunning SUV in person, feel free to drop by Don Ayres Honda for your test drive. We would love to get you behind the wheel of your next vehicle. Contact us to get started, and check out our new Honda Pilot inventory while you’re here!

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,375 destination charge and accessories. Dealer prices may vary. MSRP does not include $455 charge for premium colors.

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