Honda Pilot (2015) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2021) Specs

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2015 Honda Pilot and 2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2015	2021
Model	Honda Pilot	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500
Transmission	5-speed automatic	7-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.2 in	103.8 in	5.4 in
Length	191.4 in	167.6 in	23.8 in
Width	78.5 in	70.8 in	7.7 in
Height	71.0 in	58.2 in	12.8 in
Curb Weight	4299 lb.	3256 lb.	1043 lb.
Fuel Capacity	21.0 gal.	13.2 gal.	7.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	38.4 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.5 in	55.9 in	5.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	58.6 in	0.0 in	58.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.2 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	38.1 in	1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	62.2 in	53.9 in	8.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.9 in	0.0 in	56.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	35.6 in	2.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.2 in	0.0 in	38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	58.9 in	0.0 in	58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	48.4 in	0.0 in	48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	32.1 in	0.0 in	32.1 in
Total Legroom	112 in (over 3 rows)	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	35.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	18.0 ft³	17.4 ft³	0.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	47.7 ft³	17.4	30.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	87.0 ft³	53.7 ft³	33.3 ft³

2015 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

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