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| 109.2 | Cargo Space (cu.ft.) | 87 |
| 22 [b] | AWD Fuel Economy (combined MPG) | 21 |
| 7 | Trims Available | 4 |
Large families and those who often drive with an abundance of passengers need a vehicle that can fit everybody in their crew but don't want to live that minivan lifestyle. When you need seating for up to eight but still want a car that looks stylish and professional, the SUV family of vehicles can be a smart place to look. These cars offer plenty of seating, ample storage, and typically have high seating positions for good visibility. Drivers often like that SUVs tend to offer a sportier experience behind the wheel than with a minivan. In the search for a great eight-seater, many buyers consider the 2022 Honda Pilot vs 2022 Kia Telluride.
These are both excellent family cars that are as much at home carpooling the kids to school as they are traversing rough, open terrain on road trips. They both contain three rows of spacious seating and room for up to eight but can be configured to seat seven when you opt for a comfortable second row of captain's seats. The Honda Pilot is Honda's largest crossover SUV, and thanks to its crossover nature, it offers nimble handling and a more car-like experience. The Kia Telluride occupies a similar position in the Kia lineup.
Packed with safety and infotainment features, as well as lots of cargo space, these vehicles offer excellent value. You get a lot of bang for your buck here, and everyone aboard can experience a safe and comfortable ride. Plus, since they aren't full-size SUVs, each of these options offers great fuel economy for its size. It's worth noting that the Honda Pilot comes in a generous seven trims, while the Kia Telluride only comes in four. So, there is a lot more variety to explore in the Honda Pilot lineup. Nonetheless, let's take a look at the differences between these two great choices.
Each of these SUVs can seat up to eight throughout their three rows. You can opt for a bench in the second row for seating eight or comfortable sliding captain chairs for seating seven. No matter which option you choose, you can fold down both back rows for added cargo space. However, the 2022 Pilot is the winner when it comes to moving furniture or handling large shopping trips, with its 109.2 cu.ft. of available cargo space against just 87 cu.ft. for the 2022 Telluride.
Being the people haulers that they are, these vehicles need to have comfortable interiors that will keep every passenger––from the front co-pilot seat to that tricky third-row middle seat––content for hours. These aren't just your transport vehicles—they're your passengers' napping pods, entertainment rooms, and snack zones. So interior features are very important.
Starting off with entertainment and infotainment, both cars offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, so you can sync your smartphone to the car and use all of your favorite apps, from podcast apps to music apps and navigation apps. The Kia boasts many USB ports throughout the vehicle for charging devices, but only the Honda comes with a handy CabinControl app that lets backseat passengers change the music and temperature without bothering the driver.
The Honda Pilot also offers another in-demand feature that the Kia does not have—a Wi-Fi hotspot. That special feature means that Mom and Dad can stay connected to important work emails from the road, and the kids can stream their favorite shows and movies. If you plan on taking your SUV on a lot of road trips to new and exciting places or simply spend a lot of time on the road every day, having access to an internet connection at all times is critical, making the Honda Wi-Fi hotspot a great value add.
Drivers typically cover a lot of ground in their SUVs, both around town while running errands or picking up kids and out on the highway for road trips. The question with these big vehicles is often this: will they feel heavy and difficult to drive? And will they guzzle up gas quickly, costing you hundreds at the pump each month? Here are some answers to those questions.
First off, each of these SUVs boasts a sporty V6 engine, which offers impressive acceleration for vehicles of this class and quite a bit of get-up-and-go. This is a noticeable upgrade from some other three-row SUVs, which use smaller four-cylinder engines to cut costs. The added power from the V6 even means that both of these models can tow up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped. However, the Honda Pilot has a nine-speed automatic transmission, allowing for smooth and easy gear shifting, while the Kia Telluride offers an eight-speed transmission.
Both vehicles have other features that help your car adjust to various road conditions. The Kia Telluride offers four driving modes—Comfort, Eco, Sport, and Smart. Comfort mode is good for city driving, Eco mode boosts fuel efficiency, Sport mode offers an increased response, and Smart mode automatically switches between the other modes when necessary, so you don't even have to think about it. Meanwhile, the Honda Pilot boasts its Intelligent Traction Management system that improves handling with Normal, Snow, Mud, and Sand settings. Plus, it has an available i-VTM4 (Intelligent Variable Torque Management) all-wheel drive system for added control over uneven ground.
Moving onto fuel economy, the Pilot and Telluride both achieve pretty admirable mileage for the SUV family. Some SUVs are known to drain your wallet with their gas-guzzling habits, but the Kia Telluride gets a respectable estimate of 20 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. The Honda Pilot is even more efficient and is rated for up to an estimated 20 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway with front-wheel drive.[b] Adding all-wheel drive increases the Pilot's advantage, as the all-wheel drive Telluride gets an estimated 24 MPG on the highway while the all-wheel drive Pilot is rated with an estimated 26 MPG on the highway.[b]
Being the driver of an SUV means that you often aren't just responsible for your own safety but also for those of all of your precious passengers. Advanced driver-assist features help you be a better driver and fill in the gaps when you can't see or react to something in time. Fortunately, the 2022 Honda Pilot and 2022 Kia Telluride both have an impressive suite of driver-assist features to minimize the chances of accidents on the road.
Honda has its comprehensive Honda Sensing system. This system includes Adaptive Cruise Control, which helps you keep a safe distance between yourself and other cars on the road, automatically adjusting your speed when necessary. It also has a Collision Mitigation Braking System, which can stop the car to prevent crashes, and Lane Departure Warning along with Lane Centering Assist, notifying you when you're drifting from your lane and correcting it for you.
The Kia Telluride has many of the same safety features as the Honda Pilot. This includes its own version of Adaptive Cruise Control called Smart Cruise Control, which adjusts the vehicle's speed to keep a safe distance from the car in front of you and stay within the speed limit. The Telluride will also warn you when you're too close to other cars and automatically brake to avoid collisions. Drivers can feel confident that both of these vehicles will notify them of impending hazards and automatically make adjustments to avoid collisions.
Ralph Honda proudly delivers new and used cars, trucks, SUVs, and more to the fine people of the Rochester area, helping you find the car that best fits your lifestyle. We regularly update our stock of new and used vehicles, carrying some of the most in-demand new Honda models, as well as excellent used vehicles that have gone through a thorough inspection and stand up to our rigorous standards. Because we regularly have a lineup of affordably-priced used cars, finding a car here that fits your budget is easy.
When you identify the right car, you can use our handy online tools like our payment calculator or trade-in value tool to help determine what you'll pay for your car before even visiting us in person. You can even purchase your next car entirely online! And if you need any help, our finance department is excited to help you explore your different lease and loan options. It's our goal to get you in your ideal car at the right price.
We also know that your car will need routine maintenance down the line, which is why our service and parts department is ready to handle things like oil changes, recall repairs, and ordering new parts. While we hope you never get in an accident, if you do, our dedicated collision department has a ProFirst Certified body shop that's ready to get your car back in pristine condition. Making an appointment is easy, and our knowledgeable staff will make sure you understand every step of the process while they return your vehicle to working order.
At Ralph Honda, we look forward to helping you find the best car for your life and helping you take care of it for years to come!
*Images, fuel economy, and other stats, may reflect higher trim levels, options, or features that may result in a higher cost from the starting MSRP.
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