Honda HR-V vs. Pilot
2022 Honda HR-V vs. Pilot | Daytona Beach, FL
As you survey the 2022 Honda lineup, one question you may find yourself with is: “which Honda SUV is right for me?” At opposite ends of the available size spectrum you’ll find the crossover Honda HR-V and the three-row Pilot, each offering distinct advantages for different types of drivers. Discover what makes the 2022 HR-V and 2022 Pilot unique by reading this model comparison, crafted by the staff at Gary Yeomans Honda.
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2022 Honda HR-V vs. Pilot Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
What matters more to you: additional power or better fuel efficiency? The 2022 Honda HR-V is a stronger choice for you if you answered efficiency, while the 2022 Honda Pilot is a smart choice if more horsepower and 5,000 pounds maximum towing capacity appeals to you. Both models can be equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD).
2022 Honda HR-V
- Engine: 1.8L four-cylinder
- Transmission: CVT
- Horsepower: 141 HP
- Torque: 127 lb.-ft.
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 28/34* MPG
2022 Honda Pilot
- Engine: 3.5L V6
- Transmission: Nine-speed automatic
- Horsepower: 280 HP
- Torque: 262 lb.-ft.
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 20/27** MPG
*28 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 27 city/31 highway/29 combined mpg rating for AWD LX. 26 city/31 highway/28 combined mpg rating for AWD Sport, EX and EX-L. Based on 2022 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.
**20 city/27 highway/23 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/26 highway/22 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 19 city/25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2022 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.
2022 Honda HR-V vs. Pilot Exterior Design
Combine dashing good looks with functional features whether you choose the 2022 Honda HR-V or 2022 Honda Pilot.
Select exterior differences include:
- LED lights: The 2022 Honda Pilot includes standard LED low-beam headlights and LED fog lights. Full LED headlights are included on the Touring and Elite trims. The HR-V is equipped with projector-beam halogen headlights.
- Panoramic roof: Only the Pilot Elite gives you an expansive view of the stars above with the panoramic roof.
- Rear tailgate: While the HR-V includes a lightweight tailgate, the Pilot EX-L and above include a power tailgate. Select trims add hands-free access.
- Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®: Every Pilot trim includes this keyless entry and start and automatic locking system, while it’s included on the HR-V EX and EX-L trims only.
2022 Honda HR-V vs. Pilot Interior Design & Technology
The two-row 2022 Honda HR-V and three-row 2022 Honda Pilot are both designed to provide excellent passenger comfort, advanced connectivity, and uniquely customizable space.
Select interior and technology differences include:
- Second-row Magic Seat®: Only the 2022 Honda HR-V features the premier flexibility of the 60/40 split Magic Seat®, with the ability to flip the rear seat up or down to create the ideal cargo space.
- Front seats: The Honda Pilot includes a standard ten-way power driver’s seat, while the EX-L trim adds a four-way power front passenger’s seat. The HR-V features manually-adjustable front seats.
- Climate controls: Only the Pilot is available with ventilated front seats, heated second-row captain’s chairs, and tri-zone automatic climate control.
- Touchscreen and connectivity: The Pilot features a standard 8-inch touchscreen and Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay®, while the HR-V includes a standard 5-inch center screen or a 7-inch screen and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay in the Sport trim.
- Sound system: The most powerful Pilot sound system includes ten speakers with 590 watts of power, versus six speakers and 180 watts in the HR-V.
- Unique Pilot tech features: The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with voice recognition and Honda HD digital traffic, advanced rear entertainment system with 10.2-inch screens, CabinTalk® in-car PA system, and a wireless phone charger are only available in the Honda Pilot.
2022 Honda HR-V vs. Pilot Size & Cargo Space
One of the primary differences between the 2022 Honda HR-V and the 2022 Honda Pilot is their size and seating capacity. The larger Pilot measures 196 inches long, and seats either seven or eight people, while the HR-V is 170.4 inches long and seats five. The Pilot boasts a maximum cargo capacity of 109 cubic feet — compared with up to 58.8 cubic feet in the HR-V.
A unique cargo feature of the HR-V is its fold-down front passenger’s seat, which creates room for items up to 8 feet long, and the fold-up Magic Seat® that creates almost 4 feet of vertical cargo room.
2022 Honda HR-V vs. Pilot Safety Options & Features
Another key difference between the 2022 Honda HR-V and 2022 Honda Pilot is their standard and available safety features. Every 2022 Pilot is equipped with Honda Sensing® — a suite of six advanced driver assist and safety technologies — while the 2022 HR-V includes Honda Sensing® in the EX trim level and above. The Pilot features a standard blind spot information system with cross traffic monitor, while the HR-V EX and EX-L include Honda LaneWatch™ with a camera view of the passenger’s side blind spot.
May not represent actual vehicle. (Options, colors, trim and body style may vary)
*Any MPG listed is based on model year EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml .