The Pilot now has a handsome shape to match its capable, relaxed road manners.
Its rivals are no slouches, either.
The Toyota Highlander is comfortable, but not much fun to drive, especially in Hybrid trim.
The Nissan Pathfinder has good space and seating flexibility, but the CVT and V-6 drone at highway speeds, and it feels as big as it looks.
The Ford Explorer hits the same crossover-SUV moving target, though its interior and third-row space are inferior.
The Chevrolet Traverse has a smart new look and a strong V-6 powertrain.
Finally, the slightly smaller Hyundai Santa Fe has a more compact third-row seat and more anonymous looks, but it's fairly nimble, quick, and has a great touchscreen infotainment interface.
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The 2018 Honda Pilot ranks among the very best three-row crossover SUVs; it’s all about the packaging. |
A new powertrain and crisp (but conservative) styling mean the Traverse is once again a contender in the three-row crossover race. |
The 2018 Ford Explorer has pulled off a graceful transition from clumsy off-roader to genteel family wagon. |
The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport still does what good crossover SUVs do best: it delivers flexible space, decent performance, and great value. |
The 2018 Nissan Pathfinder should be on the list for shoppers looking for a large crossover. The Pathfinder is highly functional, but not entirely interesting. |
The 2018 Toyota Highlander delivers much of what families want in a three-row crossover at a reasonable price; the Highlander Hybrid is icing on the cake. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $30,900 | $29,930 | $32,140 | $24,950 | $31,040 | $31,230 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Regular Unleaded V-6 | Gas V6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Sport Utility Vehicles | Standard SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD |
| Style Name | |||||
| LX 2WD | FWD 4-Door L w/1L0 | Base FWD | 2.4L Automatic | FWD S | LE I4 FWD (Natl) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 8 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2018 Honda Pilot vs. 2018 Chevrolet Traverse | 2018 Honda Pilot vs. 2018 Ford Explorer | 2018 Honda Pilot vs. 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2018 Honda Pilot vs. 2018 Nissan Pathfinder | 2018 Honda Pilot vs. 2018 Toyota Highlander | |
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