2025 Honda Pilot vs. 2025 Hyundai Kona Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Pilot

2025 Honda
Pilot

MSRP*: $40,200 to $54,580
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Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Kona

2025 Hyundai
Kona

MSRP*: $24,550 to $33,600
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 24 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 27 MPG 29 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 147 - 190 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 199.9 - 200.2 in 171.3 - 172.6 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.2 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in
Front 38.3 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Pilot than in the Hyundai Kona. The Hyundai Kona 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
The Honda Pilot requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Kona, 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 Hyundai Kona, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Pilot is much wider than the Hyundai Kona, 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 Hyundai Kona.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Pilot greatly out-muscles the Hyundai Kona.

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 Hyundai Kona.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Honda Pilot more than the Hyundai Kona, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Honda Pilot, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Kona.