Dodge Durango vs. Honda Pilot
When comparing the Dodge Durango to the Honda Pilot, the Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and base engine power. The Honda Pilot has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Durango versus the Honda Pilot, the Honda Pilot is a better car than the Dodge Durango.
Dodge Durango versus Honda Pilot Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Dodge Durango ranges from $27,765 to $44,999 while a used Honda Pilot from the same model year range is priced between $27,476 to $40,251. For a new model, the Dodge Durango's price is between $39,603 and $64,547, with the Honda Pilot priced between $41,102 and $52,058.
Dodge Durango versus Honda Pilot Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.1 out of 10 while the Honda Pilot's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Durango being ranked 10 out of 25 Best Midsize SUVs and the Honda Pilot being ranked 2 out of 25. Out of 15 Best Midsize SUVs for the Money, the Dodge Durango is ranked 15 and the Honda Pilot is ranked 2. The Dodge Durango is also ranked 12 out of 31 Best SUVs with 3 Rows while the Honda Pilot is ranked 4 out of 31. The Dodge Durango is also ranked 12 out of 21 Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money while the Honda Pilot is ranked 4 out of 21. The Dodge Durango is also ranked 13 out of 28 Best Crossover SUVs for the Money while the Honda Pilot is ranked 3 out of 28. The Dodge Durango is also ranked 15 out of 61 Best Crossover SUVs while the Honda Pilot is ranked 3 out of 61.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Durango’s base engine makes 293 horsepower, and the Honda Pilot base engine makes 285 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Honda Pilot has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Honda Pilot.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Pilot has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Durango, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$39,603 - $64,547
Used Asking Price:
$27,765 - $44,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,102 - $52,058
Used Asking Price:
$27,476 - $40,251
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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42 out of / 61Summary Review
Like all Dodge products, the three-row Durango is notable for being big, bold, and performance-oriented (on SRT/Hellcat trims). The 710hp SRT Hellcat version is one of the most powerful SUVs ever created.
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.
Pros and Cons
- Amazing performance in SRT and Hellcat trims
- Luxury level content in Citadel and SRT trims
- Three V8 engine choices
- No green (hybrid/electric) option available
- Aging platform
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
- Overdue for an update
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
SXT, SXT Launch Edition, SXT Plus, GT, GT Plus, GT Launch Edition, GT Premium, Citadel, Pursuit, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T HEMI Orange, R/T Premium, SRT 392, SRT 392 Plus, SRT 392 Premium, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Plus, SRT Hellcat Premium
Trim Levels
Sport, EX-L-8P, EX-L-7P, TrailSport, Touring, Elite
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
177.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4750 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
72.1 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4313 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71 inches
Length:
199.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R20
