2024 Honda Pilot vs. 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda Pilot

2024 Honda
Pilot

MSRP*: $37,090 to $52,480
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Picture of the 2023 Volkswagen ID.4

2023 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $38,995 to $55,495
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 23 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 295-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 201 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 199.9 - 200.2 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Pilot than in the Volkswagen ID.4. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda Pilot and the Volkswagen ID.4.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Honda Pilot will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Pilot is much wider than the Volkswagen ID.4, 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 Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Honda Pilot has a significantly larger turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Pilot is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Pilot greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen ID.4.

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 Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Honda Pilot more than the Volkswagen ID.4, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Honda Pilot, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen ID.4.