If honda is counted as having the highest demand for the introduction of domestic domestic models, Pilot (known as pilots in China) will certainly be in the top three without suspense. This 7-seat mid-size SUV is now in its third generation, and it is a fierce rival of toyota Highlander in the North American market. At the beginning of the year, Honda released the 2022 Pilot, which was known as the Highlander "Sniper". In order to facilitate the better judgment and choice of the Pilot after the introduction of domestic, the four-wheel drive sister compared the advantages and disadvantages of the two medium-sized SUVs of Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot according to the information at hand, let's take a look.
Highlander this model is no stranger to everyone, to recommend the joint venture mid-size SUV that is certainly indispensable to it. It debuted in North America in January 2001 and quickly swept the market for mid-size SUVs. Whether it is the first generation of the HIGHLANDER model of XU20, or the highlander of the latest generation of model XU70, there are good prices, spacious space, excellent craftsmanship and excellent reliability, which makes it have good sales in both China and the United States.
Honda is invincible in compact SUVs, crVs and XRV performances are headaches for opponents, but in the medium and large SUV still lost to Volkswagen and Toyota, the main domestic market is still occupied by popular cars such as Tiguan L and Highlander. But in the North American and Middle Eastern markets, Pilot is no less than that. It was launched in 2002 as the 2003 model. Once in a 4WD layout, it now has an FWD layout that has been maintained since 2006. Pilot's design platform is the same as the Acura MDX of the same door, with a unique one-piece style and independent suspension.
Powertrain
2022 Pilot, using the classic 3.5L V6 self-priming engine, this version of the engine is the mainstream in medium-sized cars, like the overseas sports version of the Accord is also used in this engine, the transmission is the use of 9AT gearbox, the maximum output power is 209kW, the peak torque reached 355N·m. The entry two-wheel drive top with four-wheel drive, which is better than the Highlander in handling, and thanks to the help of four-wheel drive technology, the off-road strength should not be underestimated. However, the domestic version of Pilot will most likely not be equipped with this 3.5L V6 power, and will be replaced by a 2.0T turbocharged engine.
The 2022 Highlander completely abandons the pure fuel version of the model, and the whole series is a hybrid of 2.5L self-priming + motor. Among them, in addition to the 2.5L engine can output a maximum power of 141kW and a peak torque of 238N·m, the front-mounted single-motor version can output a maximum power of 134kW and a peak torque of 270N·m, and the front and rear dual motor versions can output a maximum total power of 174kW and a peak total torque of 391N·m, and the fuel consumption of the two power versions is as low as about 5L.
Interior layout
In the interior, the two models of Toyota and Honda have changed the previous "old, broken, old" image and ushered in a gorgeous transformation. The 2022 Pilot adopts the latest generation of floating central control screen and is equipped with the latest intelligent control system, which is more convenient to operate. The two sides feature ear-shaped air outlets, and separate air-conditioning areas are designed for easy control of the lower side. At the same time, it is equipped with a 7-seat layout of 2+3+2, which is basically consistent with the mainstream 7-seater models in the current domestic market, and the space in the 2nd and 3rd rows is guaranteed. Moreover, the 7-seater car can currently be exempted from inspection for 6 years without spraying words, which is very practical for large families.
The 2022 Highlander changed everyone's complaints about the previous generation model, with the 12.3-inch central control screen of the JBL head mark, which looks very highly tech-based and really adds points; and the car machine system supports Apple CarPlay and Baidu's CarLife, and the compatibility is very friendly. Available in 5 and 7 seats, the second row offers two different combinations of two and three seats, with three zones of automatic air conditioning, while retaining the oversized armrest box design that everyone talks about. Overall, the 2022 Highlander based on Toyota's TNGA architecture has a touch of Lexus refinement, which is also a favorite style of consumers at present.
Regarding the internal and external "appearance" of the two cars, it is difficult to adjust the mouth, and the four-wheel drive sister does not make much evaluation. Let's talk about the price that everyone is most concerned about: the basic decoration of the 2022 Highlander is priced at $36,620 (about 231548 yuan), and the domestic starting price is 348,800 yuan; while the basic decoration Sport of the 2022 Pilot is priced at more than $38,805 (about 245364 yuan). For us, the 2022 Highlander is a better choice in terms of both price and features, especially for the extended family. While the 2022 Pilot is also a decent mid-size SUV, it still needs some upgrades to compete with Highlander after entering the country.