Pre-Owned 2016 Honda Pilot vs. 2016 Toyota Highlander in St. Louis, MO
An SUV that’s good enough to meet the needs of your family can be hard to come by. To help you narrow down your decision, our product specialist have selected two of the most popular models for St. Louis, MO area drivers, the 2016 Toyota Highlander and the 2016 Honda Pilot. We’ll take a look at these models side-by-side to help make your decision an easy one.
We’ll be taking a look at the 2016 Toyota Highlander XLE with AWD and the 2016 Honda Pilot EX-L with AWD. If you’re already dead set on the 2016 Toyota Highlander, head over to our pre-owned vehicle inventory to check out available trim packages.
2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Honda Pilot: Storage & Seating Options
Both the 2016 Toyota Highlander and 2016 Honda Pilot are similar in that they provide plenty of cargo space and still have room for up to eight passengers. The Highlander, however, offers a little more flexibility and comfort to St. Louis area drivers.
Front seat passengers are able to get comfy in their seats with the 40.7 in. of head room and 44.2 in. of leg room in the Toyota Highlander, compared to the Honda Pilot’s 40.1 in. of head room and 40.9 in. of leg room.
2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Honda Pilot: Interior & Exterior Design
At first look, the 2016 Toyota Highlander boasts a much more athletic and modern exterior style than the Honda Pilot, which is important for St. Louis area drivers who want a vehicle for more than its functionality. Sleek Chrometec® wheels also add to the 2016 Highlander’s elegance.
A vehicle’s comfort is extremely important to many drivers, and we think the 2016 Toyota Highlander has exactly what most are looking for. The leather-trimmed heated eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat will ensure your satisfaction for hours on end. The Honda Pilot also comes with heated front seats.
For your convenience, both the Highlander and the Pilot come with a leather-wrapped steering wheel and wheel-mounted controls, which allows you to control Bluetooth®, cruise control, and audio on the 2016 Highlander.
2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Honda Pilot: Technology & Safety
Modern drivers expect the latest in technology and safety features when they purchase a vehicle, and they won’t be disappointed with what the 2016 Toyota Highlander and the 2016 Honda Pilot offer, but there are several key differences that drivers need to be aware of.
- Rear-seat entertainment with a Blu-ray Disc™ system and 9-in. display is available on the Highlander, but not on the Pilot.
- Both vehicles come with a 2-in. color Multi-Information Display that gives you relevant vehicle information and much more.
- Although both SUVs have been selected as an IIHS Top Safety + vehicle, only the Highlander comes with the Star Safety System™.
- The Toyota Highlander comes with the Advanced Airbag System, complete with eight airbags, to keep you and your loved ones completely safe.
2016 Toyota Highlander vs. 2016 Honda Pilot: Engine Options & Performance
The Toyota Highlander simply gives St. Louis drivers more options when it comes to performance features. You can equip the 2016 Toyota Highlander with either a 2.7L four-cylinder or 3.5L V6 engine, while the Honda Pilot only offers a 3.5L V6 engine. And although both vehicles offer all-wheel drive, the Highlander’s Dynamic Torque-Control All-Wheel Drive allows for exceptional control and handling on any road surface or weather condition.
Need to tow some materials for a home project or a trailer for a weekend getaway? There’s almost nothing the 2016 Highlander can’t handle with a maximum payload of 5,000 lbs. Unfortunately, the 2016 Honda Pilot can only tow up to 3,500 lbs.
Test-Drive the 2016 Toyota Highlander at Seeger Toyota Today!
Although the 2016 Toyota Highlander and 2016 Honda Pilot are similar in price, $39,675 MSRP and $38,755 MSRP, respectively, the Highlander has more features you need out of an SUV.
Stop by our Toyota dealership in St. Louis to take your favorite 2016 Highlander trim for a test drive, or schedule a test drive appointment. Give us a call at (314) 434-5000 or fill out our online contact form for more information.