Today’s SUVs can be broken down into two categories. On one side there’s big and bold. On the other side, there’s small and sensible. Honda recognizes the need for both, which is why they offer both the Pilot and CR-V models.
When comparing the 2017 Pilot with the 2017 CR-V, it’s less about pitting one against the other and more about measuring up each one against your own needs.
2017 Honda Pilot vs. 2017 Honda CR-V
Honda Pilot
Big, bold, and beautiful, the 2017 Honda Pilot is a classic SUV inside and out. This larger-bodied model rumbles down the road at up to 280 horsepower with 262 lb.-ft of torque made possible by a V6 engine. All that juice under the hood is necessary to support a 19.5-gallon fuel tank, seating for eight, and 3,500 lbs. of towing capacity.
The larger body — which is 14” longer and 5” wider than the CR-V — allows for a whopping 152.9 cu. ft. of passenger volume. To put that into perspective, the third-row shoulder room in the Pilot (57.6”) is nearly identical to the first-row shoulder room in the CR-V (57.9”).
Honda CR-V
The 2017 Honda CR-V takes after the more modest SUV designs that are popular today. In place of an oversized body is a generous 26 mpg city and 32 mpg highway fuel economy. The CR-V still gets 184 horsepower and 180 lb.-ft. of torque and does so at a significantly lower price point than that of the Pilot.
The smaller and lighter body of the CR-V equates to more nimble handling, tighter cornering, and an overall easier time navigating tight city traffic and parking.
The Similarities
Despite their differences, the 2017 Honda Pilot and 2017 Honda CR-V share two big things in common. For one, they both boast superior safety ratings, with each model scoring a perfect five stars in overall crash test ratings along with Top Safety Pick+ recognition from the IIHS.*
Secondly, the Pilot and the CR-V each bear the Honda name, one that represents quality, affordability, and reliability. The 2017 Honda Pilot was named one of the “Best Family Cars” by Kelley Blue Book while the Honda CR-V was one of Kelley Blue Book’s 10 most awarded cars of 2017. The CR-V was also recognized as one of the “Best Cars for Teens” by U.S. News & World Report.
Come to Asheboro Honda to Compare
Now that you’ve learned the basics about what sets these two vehicles apart, take a trip to Asheboro Honda where you’ll find the 2017 Honda Pilot for sale alongside the 2017 Honda CR-V for sale. Test drive them both, have our knowledgeable staff answer any questions you might have about these models, and drive away in the one that best suits your style.
*For more information, visit the NHTSA at www.nhtsa.gov and the IIHS at www.iihs.org.