2025 Honda Pilot vs. 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Pilot

2025 Honda
Pilot

MSRP*: $40,200 to $54,580
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Picture of the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2024 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $41,800 to $59,400
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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 59.3 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-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 168 - 320 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 2,300 lbs
Exterior Length 199.9 - 200.2 in 182.5 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in
Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 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 IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Pilot is much wider than the Hyundai IONIQ 5, 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 IONIQ 5.

Handling
The Honda Pilot has a smaller turning radius than the Hyundai IONIQ 5, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Pilot is clearly the choice over the Hyundai IONIQ 5 for pulling heavy loads. The Honda Pilot has a little less horsepower than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

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 IONIQ 5.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Honda Pilot more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Honda Pilot, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.