2020 Honda Pilot vs. 2020 Toyota Highlander in Morganton, NC
A clear favorite among mid-size SUV enthusiasts, the Honda Pilot has made its way into our garages and driveways, ready to go at a moment's notice. And this year, the 2020 Honda Pilot has outdone itself once again. Reliability and safety are (of course) top priorities, but the Pilot sprinkles a little luxury in the mix to create a well-rounded vehicle that’s perfect for the whole family. Help the kiddos hunker down with the Cabin Talk® In-Car PA System, where the driver’s voice can be amplified over, say, the rowdy pitches of certain little people in the third row. Honda Sensing® comes standard, and so does Bluetooth® and a 7-speaker audio system. So spread out and make yourself at home — the 2020 Honda Pilot can certainly handle it.
But while we love our Honda models, an established competitor (*cough Toyota*) equally loves to talk big when it comes to their lineup. We’ve decided to put our 2020 Pilot to the test, so we’ve placed it side-by-side with the 2020 Toyota Highlander in the graph below:
| 2020 Honda Pilot | 2020 Toyota Highlander |
|---|
3.5-liter V6 Engine |  | |
Transmission | 9-speed with paddle shifters | 8-speed |
Available Drivetrain | Intelligent Variable Torque | All-wheel drive |
Available Interior Lighting | Ambient red or blue LED lighting | Ambient blue LED lighting |
Available Rain-Sensing Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers | |  |
LATCH System | | |
Available Hands-Free Access Power Tailgate | | |
Go ahead, check other sources. But the data is clear: the 2020 Honda Pilot may have the same engine as the 2020 Toyota Highlander, but it beats its competitor in the details. The Pilot offers an extra speed in transmission, as well as paddle shifters for more control. Compared to the all-wheel drive system available on the Highlander, the Pilot upgrades its optional drivetrain by offering an Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ AWD system. But that’s just fancy engine talk. What about the available hands-free access power tailgate, when your hands are full of groceries or back-to-school shopping? And who wouldn’t like smart wipers that sense the drops of rain on your windshield before you do?
If you’re ready to upgrade your family-driving experience to an SUV that has the capability, efficiency and muscle to pull it off (with a dash of sophistication), the 2020 Honda Pilot is waiting for you at our dealership. Don’t put this game-changing decision off much longer.
If you’re interested in becoming the proud owner of a 2020 Honda Pilot, give us a call, or stop by our dealership at 1600 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC 28655 for a test drive today. We look forward to serving our customers from Hickory, Asheville and Marion.
