2025 Honda Pilot vs. 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Review

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2025 Honda
Pilot

MSRP*: $40,200 to $54,580
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2025 Mitsubishi
Outlander

MSRP*: $29,645 to $43,145
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 27 MPG 30 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 64.3 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 181-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 181 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 199.9 - 200.2 in 185.8 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 84.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.9 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in
Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.1 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Honda Pilot offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mitsubishi Outlander. The Mitsubishi Outlander will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Honda Pilot.

Convenience
The Honda Pilot requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Mitsubishi Outlander, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Pilot is much slimmer than the Mitsubishi Outlander, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Handling
The Honda Pilot has a larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Pilot is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Pilot greatly out-muscles the Mitsubishi Outlander.

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 Mitsubishi Outlander.

Utility
The Honda Pilot offers greater seating capacity than the Mitsubishi Outlander, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Honda Pilot, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mitsubishi Outlander.