2025 Honda Pilot vs. 2025 Volvo XC90 Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Pilot

2025 Honda
Pilot

MSRP*: $40,200 to $54,580
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Picture of the 2025 Volvo XC90

2025 Volvo
XC90

MSRP*: $57,400 to $70,600
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 20 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 27 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 65.5 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 295-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 247 - 295 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 199.9 - 200.2 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 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 Volvo XC90. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda Pilot and the Volvo XC90.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Pilot as you will with the Volvo XC90, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Clearly, the Honda Pilot is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC90, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Honda Pilot is about the same width as the Volvo XC90. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda Pilot, which is slightly longer than the Volvo XC90.

Handling
The Honda Pilot has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC90, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC90 is clearly the choice over the Honda Pilot for pulling heavy loads. The Honda Pilot has a little less horsepower than the Volvo XC90.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda Pilot doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volvo XC90.

Utility
The Honda Pilot offers greater seating capacity than the Volvo XC90, 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 Volvo XC90.