Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 112.3 in | -1.3 in |
Length | 194.5 in | 187.8 in | 6.7 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 69.8 in | 8.8 in |
Height | 69.8 in | 58.1 in | 11.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4054 lb. | 3476 lb. | 578 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.4 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 56.7 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 53.5 in | 5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.9 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.4 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 55.5 in | 6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 52.4 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 41.0 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.6 in | 0.0 in | 44.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.9 in | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
Total Legroom | 111.2 in (over 3 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.8 ft3 | 22.8 | 24 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.9 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 |
2017 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Honda Pilot.
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |