2024 Audi Q5 vs. 2024 Honda Pilot Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q5

2024 Audi
Q5

MSRP*: $45,300 to $58,500
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Picture of the 2024 Honda Pilot

2024 Honda
Pilot

MSRP*: $37,090 to $52,480
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 18 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 23 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 86.5 - 87.0 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 362-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 362 hp 285 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 4,400 lbs 3,500 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 199.9 - 200.2 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 78.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Pilot than in the Audi Q5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Honda Pilot will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q5.

Convenience
The Audi Q5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Honda Pilot, 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 Audi Q5 is somewhat more expensive than the Honda Pilot.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q5 is much slimmer than the Honda Pilot, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Honda Pilot.

Handling
The Audi Q5 has a larger turning radius than the Honda Pilot, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Honda Pilot, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Audi Q5. The Audi Q5 has a little less horsepower than the Honda Pilot.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Audi Q5 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Honda Pilot.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Audi Q5 seats a lot fewer people than the Honda Pilot. The Audi Q5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Honda Pilot.