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2015 Toyota Highlander vs. 2015 Honda Pilot

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2015 Toyota Highlander and 2015 Honda Pilot contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2015 Toyota Highlander and the 2015 Honda Pilot.

When we compare the 2015 Toyota Highlander's and the 2015 Honda Pilot's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2015 Honda Pilot has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Toyota Highlander's and the 2015 Honda Pilot's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Toyota Highlander is a better car than the 2015 Honda Pilot.

Pricing: A used 2015 Toyota Highlander ranges from $12,995 to $23,999 while a used 2015 Honda Pilot is priced between $8,499 to $19,559.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Toyota Highlander loses 41.8 percent of its value and the 2015 Honda Pilot loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Toyota Highlander retains 6.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Honda Pilot.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Highlander is 8.5 out of 10 while the Honda Pilot's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Highlander being ranked 1 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Honda Pilot being ranked 8 out of 31. Out of 33 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Toyota Highlander is ranked 3 and the Honda Pilot is ranked 7. The Toyota Highlander is also ranked 5 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Honda Pilot is ranked 11 out of 66.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Highlander is 8.1 out of 10. For the Honda Pilot the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Honda Pilot.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2015 Toyota Highlander’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the 2015 Honda Pilot base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The Pilot is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles.This gives the 2015 Toyota Highlander the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Honda Pilot the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2015 Honda Pilot has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Toyota Highlander and the 2015 Honda Pilot have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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Model & Pricing
2015 Toyota Highlander
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

29765

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

28869

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

20695 - 33975

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

29870

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

28869

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

20695 - 33975

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

18451

Price Range:

12995 - 23999

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

13806

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

9071 - 23650

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

440

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

137946

# Good or Great Deals:

117

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

13818

Price Range:

8499 - 19559

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

13806

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

9071 - 23650

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

240

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

141684

# Good or Great Deals:

71

Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Honda Pilot Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 Toyota Highlander

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

3.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.1

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.4 - 6.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.387

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 Honda Pilot

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

3.4

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.1

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

0.4 - 6.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.401



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.7704615251347466

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.8 - 8.3

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

7.900447172907873

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.8 - 8.3

Toyota Highlander Rankings

Best Midsize SUVs

1 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 33

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

3 / 33

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

3 / 31

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

4 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

4 / 29

Best Crossover SUVs

5 / 66

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 33

Best Family Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

5 / 26

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

6 / 66

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 33

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

7 / 66

Best Family Crossover SUVs

7 / 66

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

9 / 31

Safest Midsize SUVs

9 / 31

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

12 / 66

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

13 / 66

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

14 / 31

Safest Crossover SUVs

17 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

18 / 33

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

18 / 31

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

18 / 29

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

19 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

21 / 54

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

21 / 31

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

24 / 33

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 33

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

25 / 26

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

26 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

26 / 33

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 66

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

27 / 31

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

28 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

29 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

29 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

29 / 31

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

30 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

31 / 66

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

34 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

44 / 66

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

54 / 54

Honda Pilot Rankings

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 33

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 33

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

5 / 29

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

6 / 33

Best Family Midsize SUVs

6 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

6 / 26

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

7 / 33

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

7 / 33

Best Family Crossover SUVs

8 / 66

Best Midsize SUVs

8 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

9 / 66

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

9 / 66

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

9 / 31

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

9 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

10 / 31

Safest Midsize SUVs

10 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs

11 / 66

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

11 / 66

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

12 / 31

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

13 / 31

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

13 / 31

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

14 / 66

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 33

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 33

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

16 / 66

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

16 / 31

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 29

Safest Crossover SUVs

18 / 66

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

18 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

19 / 33

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

20 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

20 / 33

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

21 / 26

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

22 / 31

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

23 / 54

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

23 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

23 / 33

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

26 / 33

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

34 / 66

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

35 / 66

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

44 / 66

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

50 / 54

Summary Review

The Toyota Highlander is among the best-selling, top-rated SUVs in the 3-row segment.

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Summary Review

The Honda Pilot is one of America’s favorite three-row family vehicles. All but two trim levels offer seating for eight passengers, though many buyers opt for the 7-passenger configuration with two large captain's chairs in the second row.

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Pros and Cons

  • Class-leading fuel economy
  • No disappointing base engine
  • Legendary reliability

  • Third-row space a bit cramped

Pros and Cons

  • Seating for up to 8 in almost every trim 
  • Family-friendly features galore
  • Among the largest interior volume and cargo capacity of this segment’s SUVs
  • One of the most “made-in-America” models in this segment (Alabama)

  • No green (hybrid/electric) powertrain option available

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2015 Toyota Highlander Trim Levels

LE, LE Plus, Limited, Limited Platinum, XLE

2015 Honda Pilot Trim Levels

EX, EX-L, EX-L w/DVD, EX-L w/Navi, LX, SE, Touring

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

185 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque:

184 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.045 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

1500 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

250 hp @ 5700 rpm

Torque:

253 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.058 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

2000 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.7 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


20 / 25 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

384 / 480 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


18 / 25 / 21

Range (city/hwy):

378 / 525 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Captain's seat:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Available

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

59.6 inches

Cargo Space:

13.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

83.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

158.8 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

61.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

62.2 inches

Cargo Space:

18 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

87 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

171.7 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4134 lbs

Width:

75.8 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

191.1 inches

Wheelbase:

109.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4299 lbs

Width:

78.5 inches

Height:

71 inches

Length:

191.4 inches

Wheelbase:

109.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P245/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P235/65R17

Exterior Colors

Beige

Creme Brulee Mica

Black

Attitude Black Metallic

Blue

Nautical Blue Metallic / Shoreline Blue Pearl

Gray

Predawn Gray Mica

Green

Alumina Jade Metallic

Red

Ooh La La Rouge Mica

Silver

Silver Sky Metallic

White

Blizzard Pearl

Brown

Not available

Exterior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Crystal Black Pearl

Blue

Obsidian Blue Pearl

Gray

Modern Steel Metallic

Green

Not available

Red

Dark Cherry Pearl

Silver

Alabaster Silver Metallic

White

Taffeta White

Brown

Dark Amber Metallic

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

Ash

Beige

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Not available

Gray

Gray

Beige

Beige

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