Honda Pilot vs. Kia Telluride
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Pilot and Kia Telluride 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 Honda Pilot and the Kia Telluride.
When we compare the Honda Pilot's and the Kia Telluride's specifications and ratings, the Honda Pilot has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Kia Telluride has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Honda Pilot and Kia Telluride have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Honda Pilot's and the Kia Telluride's specifications and ratings, the Kia Telluride is a better car than the Honda Pilot.
Pricing: A used 2025 Honda Pilot ranges from $39,313 to $53,331 while a used 2025 Kia Telluride is priced between $37,995 to $54,695. For a new model, the Honda Pilot's price is between $43,749 and $56,483, with the Kia Telluride priced between $39,299 and $55,243.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Pilot loses 48.3 percent of its value and the Kia Telluride loses 48.8 percent of its value. This means the Honda Pilot retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Telluride.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Pilot’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the Kia Telluride base engine makes 291 horsepower. Both the Pilot and the Telluride are rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 500 and 489 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Kia Telluride has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Honda Pilot has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The Honda Pilot and Kia Telluride are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda Pilot and the Kia Telluride have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Overview
A relative newcomer to the field of midsize SUVs, the Kia Telluride costs slightly less than segment mainstay Honda Pilot. Still, it offers more in terms of standard driver-assistance tech, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, as well as an 8-inch touchscreen (compared to only 5 inches on Pilot). The Telluride also has sharper exterior styling and a high-quality cabin, including standard synthetic leather seats, as opposed to the Pilot’s cloth seat covers on the base LX trim. There’s more cargo room in the Telluride, too. The Kia’s engine has slightly more horsepower, but the Honda has the advantage in terms of fuel economy. Both SUVs provide a smooth ride, but the Telluride is more engaging to drive. While both Honda and Kia enjoy a solid reputation for quality and reliability, the Telluride has one of the best new-vehicle warranties in the industry, including powertrain coverage for up to 10 years.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
43749 - 56483
Starting MSRP:
40200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
38382
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
39299 - 55243
Starting MSRP:
36390
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
38382
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
46219
Price Range:
39313 - 53331
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
45804
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
36966 - 59949
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9751
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
1165
# Good or Great Deals:
287
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
46049
Price Range:
37995 - 54695
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
45804
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
36966 - 59949
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
19573
Depreciation %:
0.48688218
Resale Value $:
20627
Residual Value %:
0.51311782
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.48432299
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.30530799 - 0.56163117
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
17879
Depreciation %:
0.49132905
Resale Value $:
18511
Residual Value %:
0.50867095
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.48432299
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.30530799 - 0.56163117
Honda Pilot Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Telluride Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Pilot
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
13.4
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.7 - 16.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.401
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Telluride
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.7 - 16.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
39.21854441461925
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 39.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.859003636172632
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 39.2
Honda Pilot Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
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5 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 34Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
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7 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 34Ranking
7 out of / 32Ranking
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9 out of / 32Ranking
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10 out of / 34Ranking
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12 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 34Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
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16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
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18 out of / 34Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
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20 out of / 32Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
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23 out of / 34Ranking
24 out of / 34Ranking
24 out of / 34Ranking
32 out of / 67Ranking
40 out of / 67Ranking
47 out of / 67Ranking
50 out of / 56Kia Telluride Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 34Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 34Ranking
12 out of / 34Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 34Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 34Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
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20 out of / 34Ranking
20 out of / 34Ranking
23 out of / 34Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
36 out of / 56Ranking
43 out of / 67Ranking
50 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Pilot Trim Levels
Black Edition, Elite, EX-L, EX-L+, Sport, Touring, Touring+, TrailSport
Kia Telluride Trim Levels
EX, EX X-Line, EX X-Pro, LX, S, SX, SX X-Line, SX-Prestige, SX-Prestige X-Line, SX-Prestige X-Pro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
291 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 489 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
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 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.2 inches
Cargo Space:
21 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
199.1 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4134 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Gray
Sonic Gray Pearl
Red
Radiant Red Metallic II
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Everlasting Silver / Panthera Metal
White
Glacial White Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
