2025 Honda
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2025 Hyundai
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| MPG - City | 18 - 19 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 23 - 27 MPG | 26 - 29 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 | 79.6 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 285 hp | 277 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 3,500 - 4,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 199.9 - 200.2 in | 190.2 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.5 in | 74.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in |
Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in |
Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe than in the Honda Pilot, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Hyundai Santa Fe will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Honda Pilot.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Pilot as you will with the Hyundai Santa Fe, 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). The Honda Pilot is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Dimensions
Since the Honda Pilot is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Fe, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Handling
The Honda Pilot has the same turning radius as the Hyundai Santa Fe, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly the choice over the Honda Pilot for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Honda Pilot and the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda Pilot doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Utility
The Honda Pilot offers greater seating capacity than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Honda Pilot has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Hyundai Santa Fe.