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A debate between the Honda Pilot vs. the Chevy Traverse is a great starting point for SUV buyers near Saco, Portland, and Scarborough, ME. Each model has been around for many years. They both work well as family SUVs, and each delivers some measure of capability.
So, while on the surface they seem comparable, the details show they have distinct differences. What are these differences? That’s what our Ira Honda Saco team laid out for you in this Pilot vs. Traverse comparison.
So, if you’re keen on either SUV, keep reading!
Fuel economy is important when comparing any modern vehicle, however, it is especially important for family SUVs. Those long road trips are more pleasant when you don’t have to fill up every two hours. So, who takes the win in this category? That would be the Honda Pilot.
In all trims with standard 2-wheel drive (2WD), the 2022 Pilot returns an EPA-estimated 20 city and 27 highway MPG.1 Meanwhile, all trims but the TrailSport equipped with available all-wheel drive (AWD) achieve an EPA-estimated 19 city and 26 highway MPG.1
Comparatively, the Traverse boasts an EPA-estimated 18 city and 27 highway MPG with 2WD and an EPA-estimated 17 city and 25 highway MPG with AWD.
Another important element of day-to-day family life is cargo space. Both the Honda Pilot and Chevy Traverse offer three rows, however, maximizing cargo room is easier with the Honda than the Chevy SUV.
Fold down the second and third rows of the Pilot and you’ll find 109 cubic feet of cargo room. Do the same thing in the Chevy Traverse and you’ll find just 98.2 cubic feet of space, which is a sizeable difference.
Everyone wants something different from their SUV. Maybe you have a favorite exterior color or you know of a few features you have to have. Honda and Chevy create trim levels to help you find what you want. The more trims, the more personalization. The 2022 Pilot touts seven trims, besting the six trims offered in the Traverse.
The LS, LT Cloth, RS, and LT Leather start the Traverse list before ending with the Premier and High Country trims.
The Honda Pilot kicks off with the base Sport and is followed by the EX-L, Special Edition, and TrailSport. The list rounds out with the:
The objective specifications for the Honda Pilot simply outdo the Chevy Traverse. If you prioritize fuel economy, cargo room, and customization in an SUV, there’s really only one answer here.
But which Pilot trim is right for you? Plus, do you prefer 2WD or AWD for travels through Scarborough, Portland, and Saco, Maine? To answer those questions and more, come by Ira Honda Saco.
1 20 city/27 highway/23 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/26 highway/22 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 19 city/25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2022 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
