2025 Honda
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 18 - 19 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 23 - 27 MPG | 27 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 285 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 199.9 - 200.2 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.5 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Honda Pilot offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sportage, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Kia Sportage offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda Pilot, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Honda Pilot, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Kia Sportage.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Pilot will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sportage, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Honda Pilot is much wider than the Kia Sportage, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Honda Pilot, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Sportage.
Handling
The Honda Pilot has a smaller turning radius than the Kia Sportage, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Pilot is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Pilot greatly out-muscles the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Honda Pilot does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage.
Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Honda Pilot more than the Kia Sportage, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.
The Honda Pilot has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Sportage.