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2026 Honda Pilot vs Toyota Highlander vs Kia Telluride

Are you looking for your ideal new SUV? How about a three-row SUV with plenty of room for your family that is also plenty of fun to drive? Then you should visit Hendrick Honda Hickory and check out our new inventory. You will find the 2026 Honda Pilot, a midsize SUV with plenty of features to make every drive a pleasure.

If you have been browsing the midsize SUV market, then you have probably noticed models like the Toyota Highlander and Kia Telluride. While both of these SUVs have plenty to offer, we think the 2026 Honda Pilot still stacks up well. Here is how these SUVs compare.

2026 Honda Pilot vs Toyota Highlander

  • Every 2026 Honda Pilot has a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 285 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. The Toyota Highlander has a 2.4-liter turbocharged I4 engine that produces 265 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque.
  • The 2026 Honda Pilot offers a choice between standard front-wheel drive and available all-wheel drive. The Toyota Highlander comes standard with all-wheel drive,
  • The 2026 Honda Pilot pairs its engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission, which provides seamless gear shifts when you accelerate, especially on the highway. The Toyota Highlander pairs its engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
  • Every 2026 Honda Pilot comes with an impressive 12.3-inch touchscreen, giving you intuitive, easy control over the vehicle's settings, navigation, audio, and much more. The large touchscreen is easy to reach, whether you are the driver waiting at a stoplight or the front passenger changing the radio station during a road trip in Gastonia. The Toyota Highlander comes standard with an eight-inch touchscreen, and only upgrades to a 12.3-inch display on its top two trims.
  • Music lovers will appreciate the 12-speaker Bose® premium sound system available for the 2026 Honda Pilot. The Toyota Highlander offers an available 11-speaker JBL sound system- impressive, but not quite as immersive as the dozen speakers offered by the 2026 Honda Pilot.
  • Every 2026 Honda Pilot comes with ambient interior lighting. This feature lets you set a relaxing mood in the cabin, making the drive easier on your eyes and reducing your stress levels. Ambient interior lighting is available for the Toyota Highlander.

    • 2026 Honda Pilot vs Kia Telluride

    • The 2026 Honda Pilot has a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 285 horsepower, edging out the Kia Telluride and its 274-horsepower 2.5-liter turbo I4.
    • The 2026 Honda Pilot comes standard with nine speakers, one more than the eight speakers that are standard for the Kia Telluride.
    • All 2026 Honda Pilot models feature a power liftgate, which makes loading and unloading cargo in the back of the SUV a breeze. A power liftgate is available for the Kia Telluride, but on standard models, you still need to pull the handle yourself.
  • All 2026 Honda Pilot models come standard with power-adjustable front seats. This makes it easy for both the driver and front passenger to set their ideal positions, making even the longest drive significantly more comfortable. The Kia Telluride comes standard with manual front seat adjustment.

    • Ready to learn more about the 2026 Honda Pilot, and to discover if it is the ideal midsize, three-row SUV for you? Then stop by Hendrick Honda Hickory today to browse our full inventory, compare trim levels in person, and take a new 2026 Honda Pilot for a test drive. While you are here, visit our Finance Center to learn more about your leasing and financing options. To schedule a test drive or to learn more about the 2026 Honda Pilot and other new Honda SUVs in Hickory, contact us today.

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