2024 Honda Pilot vs. 2023 Kia Niro EV Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda Pilot

2024 Honda
Pilot

MSRP*: $37,090 to $52,480
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Picture of the 2023 Kia Niro EV

2023 Kia
Niro EV

MSRP*: $39,550 to $44,550
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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 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 199.9 - 200.2 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 78.5 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 36.9 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.1 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 Kia Niro EV. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda Pilot and the Kia Niro EV.

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 Kia Niro EV.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Pilot is much wider than the Kia Niro EV, 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 Kia Niro EV.

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

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

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 Kia Niro EV.

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