Whether you’re expecting new additions to the family or it’s time to upgrade your family vehicle, you are probably shopping for another car. With several 3-row SUVs in the market, you have options in the Houston area, like the 2024 Honda Pilot and the 2024 Ford Explorer. But between these models, which one is the better buy? Find out in the following 2024 Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot guide!

2024 Honda Pilot vs. Ford Explorer: Passenger & Cargo Space

When you’re trading in your current family vehicle for a brand-new one, you’ll want to make sure the new model you’re bringing home has plenty of space for your family. Take a look at the Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot passenger and cargo space here:

Pilot vs. Explorer Passenger Space

• Pilot: The Pilot has a standard 8-passenger capacity with 158.4 cubic feet of total passenger volume.
• Explorer: The Explorer has a standard 7-passenger capacity with 152.7 cubic feet of total passenger volume.

Pilot vs. Explorer Cargo Space Behind 1st/2nd/3rd Row

• Pilot: 87 cubic feet / 48.5 cubic feet / 18.6 cubic feet
• Explorer: 87.8 cubic feet / 47.9 cubic feet / 18.2 cubic feet

The bottom line is the Honda Pilot offers one extra seat, so if you’re a family of 8 or want an additional seat for your Spring drives, you’ll want to go with the Honda SUV. Not to mention, the Pilot offers more passenger space! For cargo space, the Pilot offers more behind 3rd and 2nd rows of seating. The Pilot vs. Explorer cargo capacities behind the 1st row of seating are almost identical.

2024 Honda Pilot vs. Ford Explorer: Features

A brand-new ride means the latest features, so what can you expect from these SUVs? Both offer a suite of modern features, but the 2024 Honda Pilot offers some that aren’t available on any of the Explorer trims. Compare the listed amenities below.

Honda Pilot Highlights

• 7-inch color touchscreen
• 7-inch TFT meter display
• Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) – not available on Explorer
• Available CabinTalk™ – not available on Explorer 
• Multi-angle rearview camera w/ dynamic guidelines

Ford Explorer Highlights

• 4.2-inch color LCD productivity screen
• Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• Rearview camera w/ backup assist lines

Test Drive a New Honda Pilot Near Conroe

After going over our new Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot guide, it’s clear that the Honda Pilot has more to offer– from passenger space to advanced features– than the Ford Explorer despite having a similar starting price. Come by our Kingwood lot and experience the Pilot yourself! Contact us today for more information or begin your financing process online!