Compare 2025 Honda CR-V vs 2025 Honda Pilot
| 2025 Honda CR-V | 2025 Honda Pilot |
Engine | |
| 1.5L Turbocharged I-4 | 3.5L V6 |
Horsepower | |
| 190 hp | 285 hp |
MPG (City/Highway) | |
| 28/34 * | 19/27 * |
Seating Capacity | |
| 5 Passengers | 8 Passengers |
Max Towing Capacity | |
| 1,500 lbs ** | 5,000 lbs ** |
Max Cargo Space | |
| 76.5 cubic feet 1 | 111.8 cubic feet 1 |
Climate Control | |
| Automatic Climate Control System | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration |
2025 Honda CR-V vs 2025 Honda Pilot
Serving Nashville, TN
The Honda CR-V and the Honda Pilot have long-standing appeal with SUV shoppers thanks to the automaker's continued focus on evolving these models year after year. The 2025 CR-V is a compact crossover with a two-row cabin, while the 2025 Pilot is a midsize SUV with three rows of seating. What else should you be aware of before visiting Crest Honda for a test drive?
Performance
The LX, EX, and EX-L trims for the 2025 Honda CR-V have a turbocharged gas engine, while the Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, and Sport Touring Hybrid trims have a hybrid powertrain. The turbocharged four-cylinder, 1.5-liter engine delivers 190 horsepower. The alternative is a flat-four, 2.0-liter hybrid system that generates 204 horsepower. Both are paired with a continuously variable transmission. The six trim levels for the 2025 Honda Pilot have a 3.5-liter V6 engine that delivers 285 horsepower. It is tied to a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Appearance
Thanks to their individualized styling, you can also differentiate the CR-V from the Pilot on the road. The CR-V has a compact grille with a chrome crossbar that links the LED-enhanced headlights. The black bumper rolls into minimized, slanted air inlets. From the side view, a black molding band adds a sporty touch. On the other hand, the 2025 Pilot has a taller stance with flatter surfaces over the profile. The larger grille features a wider mesh pattern. The almost rectangular headlights are underscored by an LED bar. The sides are styled with minimized molding, an upper pinstripe, and a commanding accent over the lower door panels.
Features
The 2025 CR-V is remarkably outfitted with standard or available features like a hands-free liftgate, a Bose premium sound system, a heated steering wheel, an integrated navigation system, wireless connections for smartphone apps, a wireless charging station, front and rear parking sensors, leather upholstery, a moonroof, adaptive cruise control, a 7-inch touch display screen, and numerous others. The Pilot is also available with a third row of seats, rain-sensing wipers, heated rear seats, a heated windshield, a 10.2-inch display screen, a wireless internet hotspot, auto-closing functionality for the power liftgate, a household power outlet, and more.
Our sales representatives at Crest Honda are ready to help you learn more about the 2025 CR-V and the 2025 Pilot. Contact us today for complete details and a test drive.
Images are for illustration purposes only.
* 2025 Honda CR-V: 28 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2WD LX, EX & EX-L trims. 26 city/31 highway/28 combined mpg rating for AWD LX, EX & EX-L trims. 43 city/36 highway/40 combined mpg rating for the 2WD Sport & Sport-L Hybrid trims. 40 city/34 highway/37 combined mpg rating for AWD Sport, Sport-L & Sport Touring Hybrid trims. Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid trims) and other factors.
* 2025 Honda Pilot: 19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/ 25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
** Towing requires accessory towing equipment. Please see your Honda dealer for details. For 2025 Honda Pilot, maximum towing capacity for AWD trims is 5,000 lbs, and maximum towing capacity for 2WD trims is 3,500 lbs.
1. Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus, where applicable, floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.
