2026 vs 2025 Honda Pilot

Performance

When you compare the performance of the 2025 Pilot with that of the 2026 version, you’ll notice improved steering in the latest model. Otherwise, the engineering holds steady. All trim levels are outfitted with a 3.6-liter V6 engine and a 10-speed auto transmission. This system delivers 285 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. The Elite, TrailSport, and Black Edition models for 2025 and 2026 come standard with all-wheel drive. Other trims have standard front-wheel drive with the option to upgrade to all-wheel drive.

Appearance

The 2026 Honda Pilot is now available with a power liftgate and roof rails as standard features. Solar Silver Metallic and Smoke Blue Pearl are also added for the first time. For the TrailSport trim level, Ash Green Metallic paint is offered in 2026, replacing Diffused Sky Blue. The Touring and Elite trims for 2026 are available with 20-inch Shark gray wheels. In a side-by-side comparison, you’ll also notice that the 2026 Pilot now comes with a two-tone element on the front bumper, a larger grille, and a more squared-off nose.

Features

The updates to the 2026 Pilot continue in the cabin. Now, every Pilot has a 12.3-inch infotainment system screen, a 10.2-inch digital instrument panel, and sound-deadening elements. The Touring, Elite, and TrailSport trim levels also offer a few additional upholstery options in the new model year. Features offered in both model years are second-row captain’s chairs, a navigation system, adaptive cruise control, a forward collision mitigation system, a lane departure alert, a head-up display, a Bose sound system with 12 speakers, a household power outlet, a surround-view camera, heated seats, leather upholstery, a panoramic moonroof, a head-up display, and several other features.

Test Drive the Honda Pilot

At Crest Honda, we make it easy for you to get better acquainted with the Pilot. With many vehicles in stock today, we invite you to visit us soon for a test drive.