NEW FAMILY KING?? -- 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. 2023 Honda Pilot: Comparison

[@CarConfections]

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[@JoyfulGlock]

Spoke with my wife and after looking at all the features of the pilot and Highlander, I think we decided that we can’t afford either

[@ericvillarreal6561]

😂

[@adar469]

😂😂

[@bm8oo]

😅😅

[@RedShiftedDollar]

Except when you look at 5 year old versions with 100k miles, they are half the price. Thats linear depreciation. Why pay half the price for a car with half the useful life left? Then in 5 years inflation will make it so buying your next used car with 100k miles will be even more expensive. Used cars are crazy expensive for what you get.

[@johnlocke3481]

You don't want $40-60k worth of unrecoverable debt for a super ugly and basic suv that trails the competitors on aesthetics and features by 12 years???

[@karaleefehr]

We sat in the 3rd row with 3 adults to test out overall space (shoulder width etc). The pilot was far more comfortable. Our knees didn’t sit up as high and we had more shoulder room due to the boxier rear end of the pilot. The GH might be 1.5 inches longer, but it’s not as wide at your shoulder height.

[@atomp7055]

I agree. I sat in the 3rd row in both the Grand Highlander and Pilot and felt the 3rd row in the pilot had more leg room. I have really long legs for a 5'9 female

[@Selah7791]

Thank you for your comment it has reinforced my decision to go with the pilot

[@sp-ln7dl]

same here. we tested with family. despite the legroom numbers, pilot was much comfortable to sit in the third row

[@MuslimFam967]

True, Pilot is more comfortable than highlander

[@aboutlife21352]

Bot😅

[@cliffhatch5080]

After waiting nearly 17 months for a Platinum Hybrid Highlander, I opted for a 2023 Pilot Black Edition a few weeks ago. I'm not regretting the decision at all. It's gigantic, looks great and is very smooth and comfortable. Ultimately it's not only which car is better, it's also which one you can actually get ahold of.

[@tikimaka1]

Congratulations on the new Pilot! Just curious, did you have to pay over MSRP? I know the car is still new but how’s your mpg so far?

[@Muffduster]

Gigantic……😂

[@manishagravat]

I 100% agree with you. Toyota Chantilly VA dealer is charging $5000 above MSRP and they are adding extra $1000 in their processing fees which makes XLE $58,125 and waiting for months. VS Honda dulles dealer is giving car Pilot EX-L at MSRP of $46,980 plus tax, tile and processing fees will give out the door around $50,000 and change with 2-4 week waiting. I would say in this comparison they should show greediness of Toyota dealers. I feel Toyota is producing less cars to hype up the demand and keep price of their cars high. I would defiantly choose Honda over Toyota.

[@brandonv8721]

Toyota is a no go due to supply/dealers. Crazy markups they are charging. Like you said, you can walk in and go home with a Pilot.

[@B2359]

@@tikimaka1in the market for a new 3 row suv and pilots here in OR are going for about 400 $ LESS than the msrp !!! I will wait a bit more as car prices get saner

[@logantic]

I've owned my 2023 pilot elite for 4 months now, and I am so impressed with the power from the new power plant v6 and how comfortable the ride is. It hugs the road with no body roll. The removable middle seat is a big plus for me and my family and is an awesome feature. I was gonna buy my family a Toyota, but Toyota nickel and dimes you with subscriptions that used to be standard.

[@persaud101]

You made the right choice...Congrats... With interest rates, taxes and dealer markups, Toyota is 15-20K more.. Interest alone 10K+ lol They are crazy... So those people lining up to buy the hybrid and paying 55k-68K+ (depending on trim) all cash are getting royally fudged in the bunghole by Toyota practices... Whatever savings they are getting from the hybrid they are paying in interest so there is no benefits...

[@aunnieboy]

Can you share what you got with Honda that you had to subscribe from Toyota? This is a decision decider

[@persaud101]

@@aunnieboy Honda looks better and better packaged and drives like a luxury vehicle and is very reliable.. Toyota looks like a giant Rav 4

[@FreddyBoy1808]

@@persaud101the best part is it saved me some gas money….. Toyota and Honda are one of those last long cars but as long as you well maintain it, definitely it will last longer….. But I go with a Pilot…

[@ychongy]

Higher honda trim for the same price as a lower trim grand highlander.. I think the removeable seat does it for me too. Every family suv car should have this feature.

[@guillermotrujillo5575]

The problem with 4 cylinder turbos the turbos have to be replaced every 100k-150k miles and it’s not cheap

[@RosinGoblin]

Love my 06 pilot ex-l. The V6 has plenty of power. Kept it in perfect condition and love the amazon green metallic. Im trading it in for a new Pilot tomorrow. Can't wait!

[@downgeard]

When comparing top trim levels, the GH seems to be the choice to go with but for lower trims, the Pilot offers much more in terms of engine and driving experience for the same money.

[@tikimaka1]

I really like these comparison videos. Please continue them. I really like your sound decibel test, however, I think 55 mph is not realistic. If you can do future test using 65 mph as your benchmark, that would be a more realistic setting. Only if it’s safe to go at the speed. Keep up the great work.

[@vatsalpatel01]

Naturally aspirated V6 engines tend to have a smoother power delivery and can provide good performance across a wide range of RPMs. They often offer a balance between power and fuel efficiency. turbocharged 4-cylinder engines can provide more power for their size due to forced induction. However, the additional complexity of turbocharging can introduce potential reliability concerns, such as the turbocharger itself and associated components like intercoolers and boost pressure control systems.

[@MYLIFEISLEGENDARY936.]

Dear vatsal patel. Toyota is the king of hybrids and turbo i4 engines so this will be extremely reliable . Rest your comment is outdated

[@MikeyG003]

the NA v6 suck at lower rpm uses, no power and torque as turbo engines are better for daily driving with full torque available down low. Plus with hybrid there's the electric motor as well, further improving this. Also, the Toyota has dual injection compared to pilot direct injection only. So your statement needs to be updated lmao

[@vcracing]

@@MikeyG003 After having driven both the GH I-4T and Pilot Elite, the GH was a solid head above in both torque and NVH. I liked the notion of the V-6, but it's transverse orientation and location in front of the front wheels made for significant NVH and felt under powered compared to the GH I-4T.

[@eedre4864]

The electric motors juice the GH at the take off just like any EV. There’s also the MPG. I’m guessing the Pilot gets 23-24mpg. The GH they drove is 27. Other manufacturers seem to have problems getting any effciency bump out of hybrid technology. The Mazda Cx-90 PHEV only gets 1mpg better than the inline 6. I’m not sure why you would pay more for the hybrid just for around town electric only.

[@chepinchan]

We just traded in our 2022 Telluride for a 2023 Pilot. We’re absolutely fascinated by the Pilot. It drives like a luxury European SUV. We were disappointed by the Telluride. Unrefined, lacks power, torque, road noise was horrible. Not sure if it was because of the factory installed Pirelli tires, but also handling, cornering, transmission shifts etc. everything fails compared to new Pilot.

[@pankajajmera007]

Thanks for sharing. Wondering why telluride is ranked 1st in suv ? Also how does 3rd row leg space / utilization between telluride and pilot? Thanks

[@chepinchan]

@@pankajajmera007 I do not understand why it’s ranked 1st in class. And don’t get me wrong, it does have some good points. It looks good. It’s does have a lot of space. And it comes well equipped. But Pilot checks all those boxes as well. Plus it’s drives like a-Honda. Telluride still drives like a Kia. And Kia has come a long way. But in my point of view, still not on the same level as Honda. Specially this new Pilot, which performs much better, and handles almost like a BMW. Kia is still way behind when it comes to driving characteristics, and that’s what really mattered to us. Go test drive both on the same day, and you’ll see what I’m talking about. I think that the 3rd row space is about the same. This is the way I’d put it: Telluride looks like a luxury European vehicle, Pilot drives like one . Telluride might be worth it if it was several thousand cheaper than Pilot, but dealers are actually charging more for Telluride than Pilot. I definitely think that’s not worth it.

[@persaud101]

@@chepinchan Test drive a top trim Honda Pilot today and it felt super cheap even with pano-rooof vs the base model GH... The Honda hard plastics everywhere and that 9 inch screen was horrible and grainy... My 2013 Camry had better screen than that... Competitors in lower trims are offering 12 inch hd displays on 20K cars and this is 50K+... The GH hybrid with 35 mpg combined is best way ( I will save about 750 in gas per year)to go and right now they are near possible to get but I custom ordered one with pano roof which will come in 8 weeks... That Honda Pilot V6 is ruin with cylinder deactivation component..It was disaster for their engine before and still is today...

[@Simon-oq6ds]

Finally, the Pilot actually looks good on the outside. Only took them 3 generations to get here…

[@persaud101]

Go get turbo inline from Toyota built in the US its rated to last 150k... Go enjoy paying 15-20K over msrp in interest rates, dealer markups and taxes from Toyota...

[@josephpayton9151]

Now i see why toyota didn’t majorly refresh the standard highlander. This GH is a much better improvement over the current highlander and definitely a much better option compared to the competition. The fact that this almost has full size suv space definitely puts a lot of respect to this suvs name.

[@harrytej]

Yup but it actually shows how well Pilot manages the competition especially with a lot more to offer at less starting price with Reliability

[@bnz300]

The GH is 2” longer than the 2023 Honda Pilot and 2” shorter in height I don’t see how that makes closer to a full size SUV! People will choose based upon brand loyalty.

[@stephenobrien2408]

​@@bnz300Full size SUV's aren't determined by length and height of a vehicle. It's based upon passenger space and cargo space, which the GH has much more than your quoted "2 inches."

[@CoralSea]

@@bnz300 2" makes all the difference

[@castefarms6673]

@@stephenobrien2408- get out your tape measure and compare PRACTICAL measurements like headroom, shoulder and hip room along with seating COMFORT. DON’T become fixated on floorspace unless you plan on lying on the floor …

[@MoNoK15]

The Pilot engine alone makes it #1. People talk about the 9” screen in the Pilot, but it’s actually really good. The Pilot just floats like a soft cloud.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

I will STILL talk about that small infotainment screen because it's unacceptable when other competitors are going bigger, including this Grand Highlander!

[@huanronghu4432]

its likely that they are saving the bigger 12.3 inch screen from the accord for the next refresh, and also to work out any bugs from the first year of production

[@impaul41]

You’re kidding right? The engine in the pilot is an inefficient turd

[@Jm-fq1xd]

Do you have a pilot 2023 I just got mine and I feel like it drives and shifts a lot and the driving is awkward I’m not sure if it’s an actual thing to take to the dealership about or if they all drive like that. It already has 1600 miles which is over the break in period

[@MoNoK15]

@@Jm-fq1xd - Yes, I have one and it’s been phenomenal. Smooth ride with superb handling. Gas mileage is decent. Other than that I haven’t had any issues. You can call your salesman and inquire just to be on the safe side.

[@kgindpls]

I think one thing to always point out is the under storage for each. Show under storage cubic ft comparison and under storage plus cargo cubic ft. Because the Honda has a whole lot more, and that would bring it to around 21 i think where as the highlander has less… I think those would be great specs to have added to comparisons. Great job as always.

[@JR-tg1vg]

I personally like the traditional 6 cylinder engines in the Pilot or something like the CX-90, but there is not denying the added space and value/packaging of the new Grand Highlander. The hybrid Max also gets it by a lot of HP, which matters when you have a loaded vehicle with kids and luggage etc.

[@pathikparmar]

Yes agreed but the production of hybrid is VERY VERY VERY slow. Good luck getting one of those in the configuration you want

[@brohammer]

Cx90 isn’t a traditional 6

[@JR-tg1vg]

@@brohammer ​​⁠I know, it’s an in-line with a turbo, but i’m referring to the partial hybrid setup.

[@kb8675]

Too bad Pilot has a timing chain

[@jiamiekori6575]

Love the exterior of Honda Pilot more.

[@soheilmortezaeifar8125]

Probably the traditional engine on Pilot is more reliable. Saving money on the gas usually goes to the replacing battery down the road and initial price

[@ryanperry5709]

Honda Pilot all the way! I find it’s more rugged and sporty looking.

[@BrianH020]

Initially I didn't even want to consider the GH, but wife asked me to test drive just to be sure. It is certainly a great vehicle, but still went with the Pilot for the V6 and, at least in terms of the feeling, a more open and spacious front seating area and out-the-window openness. And it may not be the issue that it used to be, but in the past they used to say avoid first year first generation vehicles, bound to be bugs that need to be worked out, even for a company like Toyota... Nice comparison guys!

[@lrblouie]

Toyota Highlander requires a subscription for remote start???? We were literally looking to switch to the Highlander - so glad you noted that little detail - really appreciate it.

[@umair8641]

You only need to pay for the mobile app to remote start. It's still available with the key. You just hit the lock button three times and hold it in the third.

[@lrblouie]

That makes more sense as it would require a phone subscription

[@gerrygilligan6991]

So like pay $2.95 one time for a Toyota app? Or sign up for another wealth and soul sucking perpetual negative cash flow “subscription” to access a basic feature? We talking HBO plus here just to get the remote start to work? If so, I will be looking for something other than a Toyota after 30 years and 6Toyota vehicles.

[@gigavolt]

GH has a 4 cylinder engine with a turbo and a a hybrid system connected to a 6 speed transmission. Imagine the stress put on the powertrain hauling 8 people at freeway speeds. GH is an expensive repair ticking time bomb

[@nateg2468]

So true. Agree 100%.

[@mholmes9262]

It's also a Toyota, so you know they have over-engineered it for longevity and low stress. It's still disappointing it only has 6 gears in the hybrid-max (the other trims have 8 gears) but I doubt the engine or transmission are going to have any issues. The battery is a legitimate point, however.

[@BS85]

Time will tell, but don’t get confused with American made SUVs.

[@yournightmare9999]

Thats true but low IQ people don't realize that. GH has 2.4L as i remember 2.4L have oil consumption 10 years ago now they use same size engine + turbo 😂😂😂 is a real ticking bomb

[@b.r3228]

How often are you hauling 8 adults? If that's your concern get a suburban.

[@LetTheBoyzWatch]

I think you missed a major component in the rear of the Pilot. The under storage trunk is large enough to stow the middle second row seat. Thus if using the seat for cup holders you have a ton of hidden storage the highlander does not.

[@dianas1979]

Such a great video comparing detailed specs of the two! I wasn't a fan of the Pilot, but the Elite drives the best out of the trims. Looking forward to seeing the Grand Highlander in person and being able to drive it soon!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks, Diana!

[@Jm-fq1xd]

I have the sport and I feel like it drives terribly like it lags and shifts weird

[@KA-lm6sp]

They are the exact same suspension and power plant. No reason they wouldn't drive the same...

[@sujeetmudarth9010]

Great comparison video. I like some other’s that have similarly commented prefer a traditional 6 cylinder engine to a 4 cylinder Turbo.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you!

[@hondo434]

MPG is no longer a plausible method of measuring for vehicle expense, when comparing nat. aspirated, turbo, hybrid power trains. Vehicles use different fuel grades and costlier standard equipment and list prices, cost markups etc. Another way to figure expenses is CPMD, cost per mile driven.

[@LongTimeTTFan]

The Pilot engine alone makes it my choice. No turbo. No Hybrid. Easier to maintain, which i do myself.

[@abmtz8537]

I’m a Honda fan but I’m not so convinced on the VCM v6

[@UAkovalchuk]

@@abmtz8537why not

[@abmtz8537]

@@UAkovalchuk type in j35 v6 tear down by I do cars.

[@MacGyver886]

and the availability of 8 seats.

[@almckimmey8898]

A required subscription for remote start!!!! IS A NO STARTER for me! Good Job. Please review after-market remote start options.

[@newsmedia-one9756]

Grand highlander all the way!! it looks better and drives better in my opinion. And everything is LED, which is important to me, including the reverse lights unlike the pilot.

[@gigavolt]

GH has the shape of the outgoing model Pilot

[@MikeJones-on9vm]

Grand Highlander looks seriously plain and boring. Pilot look much better in my opinion.

[@gigavolt]

Also,why would reverse lights in LED be important to you. You never even see them! What normal unpaid person would write "everything is LED which is important to me including reverse lights unlike pilot?? Also " it drives better in my opinion"...wtf it's not even at dealership lots yet! This has paid shill written all over it. Ive been watching a lot of these GH reviews and the comments section are just full of these BS comments.

[@henrylam1120]

What is LED ? Lol

[@26johndoe]

Looks like a bigger RAV4 to me, nothing special about it.

[@dretech]

How's the handling? Toyota is usually floaty-boaty while Honda is sharp. Also, I'm leaning towards just the non-turbo hybrid GH but not sure about its driving dynamics which I usually feel Toyota is lacking. Thank you!

[@cliffhatch5080]

I test drove the Highlander and now own the PIlot. They are both quite light, with the Highlander feeling just a touch less connected.

[@gestebu]

Pilot grill/front end is more attractive. As is the Pilot taillight design. And I'm one of those who prefers amber turn signals in the rear. Not a fan of an all red setup (except for the reverse lights).

[@danielrodriguez2343]

I think overall, the Pilot is a better value , especially if you plan to buy and keep it for 10 plus yrs. The hybrids will need a new battery after 10 yrs or so and the Pilot's V6 is superior to the GH's 4 cyclinder gasline engine. Also I like the option of having the center seat in the second row and it has more storage space under the cargo area.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Toyota is ridiculous for not offering 3 seats in the second row.

[@43ten43]

That removable middle seat is a fantastic idea. #fulldadmode

[@Al13n1nV8D3R]

The Grand Highlander can be equipped with either captain chairs or a three seat bench. Also the statement where people say the battery needs replacement every 10 years is not true. Yes, 10 years is recromened and stated in the Toyota handbook but i have many friends and family who have toyota hybrids that have batteries that are still going strong after 20 years.

[@danielrodriguez2343]

@@Al13n1nV8D3R you are correct, but only the lowest trim offers it. You would have to get the XLE to get 3 seats in the second row, if you opt for the Limited or Platium you only get 2. I have heard the same thing from other Toyota owners about the battery lasting more than 10yrs. I am seriously considering get one in the next yr or two.

[@mikeschlup5279]

The Honda VCM system has been a problem for a long while...

[@dachargedduck8636]

They’re both great mid size SUV’s Top of the list I like the Toyotas room. And the power of the suv. But I choose the Honda pilot 2023 My family of 4 needed a 2nd car. We couldn’t fit inside my 2013 Jetta anymore since my 4 and 2 year old.. aren’t getting any smaller 😂 I’m happy with the room with the middle console. And especially the all naturally aspirated v6 engine. No half batteries, half engines, and turbos. In the random dusty winds in Las Vegas nevada. especially. Plus if something goes wrong with it in 10 years. It’s just an engine, I don’t gotta mess with a battery. But just my opinion 😅 I’m happy with my 2023 pilot And my wife and kids are too. Especially with our random trips to Disneyland from Vegas.

[@huanronghu4432]

the pilot's third-row headroom is 39.3 inches, which is actually more than the previous generation and would score half a point to the grand Highlander's 37.2. having said that the grand highlander offers major improvements over the regular highlander to go after the competition even though the regular highlander sells the most in the segment already

[@emmanueljules9003]

The pilot looks way better inside and out. It has such a smooth ride and the touring model is the best bang for fhe buck.

[@sheikhmdshafiqurrahman1062]

Please do comparison among grand highlander, palisade and telluride together.

[@johnmclean1482]

I generally keep vehicles beyond warranty, for that reason I’ll take the naturally aspirated v6

[@BigK-z9l]

The one thing that really bothers me about the new Grand Highlander has nothing to do with its great amenities and improvements in power and size. It’s when a test driver who has years of experience driving hundreds of different vehicles, describes the “ body roll” or FLOATY” feeling when changing lanes or on a curvy road. If you have driven over hundreds of thousands of miles like I have, with about a 40 different vehicles, that feeling is disconcerting to say the least. It’s a feeling of loss of control, like when you need to pass another vehicle and need to get back into the right lane on a busy highway or freeway. When I’m transporting my family, this body float feeling is very, very worrisome. Imagine you need to make a sudden lane change with any SUV (because of their high center of gravity) a roll over is a possibility. The Honda Pilot does NOT exhibit this problem like the Grand Highlander. Just sayin.

[@pathikparmar]

You're right, grand highlander feels very floaty boaty. Pilot is much more grounded.

[@chezzyperson3339]

Next up CX90 vs GH which would be more competitive and I also hope Honda adds more hybrids after the Civic hybrid next year

[@jml9550]

CX90 if you seldom use the 3rd row, GH Hybrid limited if fuel efficiency is the goal. Or GH Hybrid max for more power delivery comparable to the CX90.

[@josephthibault6999]

The CX90 is slick but the interior is like a mid size sedan with just two cup holders and a very small glove box.

[@Cornbread-gi6kt]

After dealer ‘markups’ $70k to $80k easy for the Toyota.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

They will be knocking money off. It’s not 2022 anymore.

[@jml9550]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q probably not in the first year, next year it will definitely be at MSRP or lower. Same as the 2024 Lexus NX350H we just bought last month. 2022-3 model year dealer were asking $3-5K markup. Now they are selling at MSRP and no dealer add ons. Plus no funny financing game, as I told them before price agreement that I am paying cash in full

[@Cornbread-gi6kt]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q on 2022 and 2023 models, not on 2024’s. 2023’s ends September

[@brokeboy87]

Toyota is struggling to meet consumer demands. The wait time for even a rav 4 hybrid is still over a year.

[@Cornbread-gi6kt]

@@brokeboy87 well, in that case, by the time a waited vehicle arrives the new model year commences. Actually the average time to wait is about a couple months or less, 3 month at worse.

[@casa5104]

wow ,A lot of effort done to produce this video, thanks a lot really really appreciated.

[@CarConfections]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@sparks5063]

I like the look of both, but this trend of making buyers pay extra for a subscription is absurd and needs to go away, if I’m paying over $50k for a car I shouldn’t be forced to pay a monthly subscription for a feature that’s already on the car…build it into the price of the car ffs!

[@kirstenveneziano1205]

I worry about tow capacity with the newer 4 cylinder SUVs. I wish you guys had covered that.

[@2.0parrotsworldofficial]

Honda pilot looking good ❤ Front: honda Elevate 0:19 Rear: ford endeavour 0:34

[@TroyIsaacson-c5q]

Video briefly mentions a subscription fee for the GH. How much are these fees and does the Pilot also have ongoing subscription fees? This could greatly affect the overall cost of ownership.

[@suthius85]

Now this is the match-up of the century.

[@PapaiUrsolino]

It was a tough choice for me between a Pilot and a Highlander. But after watching how poorly a Highlander fared in a AWD test video from The Fast Lane ("The Winner Is Obvious: 2023 Toyota Highlander vs 2023 Honda Pilot | AWD Torture Test & Off-Road") I ordered a Pilot. I live in a snowy rural area and need a family hauler with a dependable AWD.

[@vanshpatel7755]

Did you get the trailsport pilot ?

[@courtney3330]

Good review! Hopefully '24, '25 will have 3.0L V6 plugin hybrid and have at least a 40mile electric range

[@njt7117]

Thanks for this comparison. Both seem like good options but I like the extra space and fuel economy in the GH. Maybe Honda can make a Grand Pilot that is around 203" long.

[@bnz300]

See above, the 2023 Honda Pilot is 199”+ in length and 77” wide in the cabin. The engineering of a longer vehicle, especially wheel base and turning radius would be easy to design but would be a nightmare to manufacture!

[@lkae4]

That will be the new Odyssey, lol

[@gregoryjefferson6311]

16 Pilot Owner here . I'd take a FWD Touring Pilot please . Curious to see how that Hybrid-Electric motors hold up after 4 to 8 years of ownership . It's just more things that can go wrong .

[@jpdoc5722]

most NYC & L.A. cabs are hybrids. one of mine is 13yo, 180k doesn’t have issues👍

[@Soh90]

I stopped worrying about Toyota Hybrids 15 years ago. Gregory took the words right out of my mouth, Toyota Hybrids are so robust that NYC has them running around as taxis. There is no greater crucible than that. Also, the Grand Highlander uses the older Nickel batteries which are far more robust than Lithium batteries. It is a win win. Toyota has never gotten the credit they deserve when it comes to Hybrids, but now the world is forced to notice. The Grand Highlander and Prius are foreshadowing what will be the next Camry. Just as this Pilot stands no chance, the Accord will also stand no chance.

[@harrisonskarnweajr2861]

It's made by Toyota.. For reference, check out the Prius and how well it has done.

[@Pdep90]

Grand Highlander checks the right boxes

[@dynamicremakes5592]

I just wished it was sleeker looking

[@nateg2468]

You guys didn't mention the much talked about poor cornering/floaty body roll handling of the grand highlander. You also didn't mention that you can't even get a 2nd row bench seat for more family seating capacity in either the limited or the platinum trims?! BIG Fail by Toyota. This is supposed to be a large family hauler, but it's only a heavy bloated max 6-7 seater with only 4 cylinder powertrains. Fail.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

​@Nate G Honda fails with that small pathetic 9-inch infotainment screen and no hybrid powertrain options!

[@nateg2468]

@J Raheem Jefcoat I agree the infotainment is subpar. The pilot also does need hybrid options for those who care, but I'd personally have a smooth reliable v6 with a 10 speed. You can keep the puny 4 cylinder stuff.

[@jsed8399]

Except for the transmission cvt is a deal breaker

[@bogart5131]

i wish pilot has center console like that of GH, sliding..... i love it...

[@atulyaop2803]

I have to go for the new grand highlander cuz the styling is nice as well as the interior. Keep up the good work…

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@bnz300]

The Toyota sticks with the “ Toy” engine.. 265 hp with the Turbo. Turbos are famous for going out and if you’re towing something you will be at a standstill.. The PILOT has a number of settings for travel in AWD.. Also the PILOT has 285hp. I went with the PILOT, No big markups!

[@Cakewalk.]

ToyoTAXI Cultist spotted. lol.. Have fun with that year 2010 technology and drony transmission..😂🙄

[@frankpan7728]

How about Subaru Ascent? vs. Toyota Gr Highland or Honda Pilot, thanks,

[@alexgutierrez7029]

HONDA PILOT ❤ UNA MÁQUINA..

[@ahkeen]

I would love to know how these 2 SUV feel when it comes to head swaying and bobbing when turning left and right. I have a Lexus RX350 and the head sway is a lot causing lots of "motion sickness" feel for the passenger.

[@MohamedQureshi]

Honda no head sway

[@Woohallie]

I love hondas interior feel than the GH plus it comes with remote start which very useful in cold and hot weather here in Vegas

[@daivietnguyen7289]

I love Toyota hybrid powertrain so if I would ever be buying one of these massive car, my pick will be the Toyota. But I like the Honda Pilot styling a lot though !!!

[@L4mTr4n]

Does the GH have a walk away feature for the tailgate? Didn’t see it mention since I know the Pilot does. Also, would love to see the AWD comparison as the regular Highlander struggled with wheel slippage compared to Honda’s IVTM system.

[@Ysumguy]

There are 2023 Honda Pilot BLACK Edition... just not in the US. They are offered in Canada though.

[@chessmaster685]

Very good job guys! It helped me a lot !

[@kafka_enjoyer]

I don't know but, it seems the Pilot handle road noise more than GH. If you focus and listen you will notice GH has noticeable noise compared to the Pilot.

[@rickymago4413]

Grand highlander for me

[@michaelott310]

A 4 cyl engine will wear out faster with a turbo. It's simply wasn't meant for that kind of work. Especially with a vehicle that size. Also, the strain when its fully loaded with people and their gear is too much. Don't even think about towing with a 4cyl. But im glad they made the distinction between the two engines. If you're going to trade it in after 60,000 miles, it won't really matter. But if you're keeping it for more than that, I'd go with the Pilot.

[@shamma1977]

Great comparison. You do leave out an important part, and that is the grand Highlander is built on a stretched minivan architecture whereas the Pilot is a completely new and for the first time, built to be a capable off-road suv.

[@emerycomputer]

I wish you measured and compared the width/height/depth dimensions with 2nd and 3rd row seats down. It looks to me like Honda has more width space due to Highlander's bulky sidearm cup-holder protrusions.

[@encounterthegospelofjesusw9612]

How does the G.Highlander compares to the Pilot in terms of off road capacity and also AWD systems?

[@BisdakCamper]

Pilot is way better on those categories.

[@cintasrt88]

I've been waiting for this one!

[@jml9550]

Our dealers here are taking reservations now. They wouldn’t tell me if there is any markup yet. It depends on how many allocations and how much demand before it hits the lot.

[@harshvinayak2057]

Great comparison!! Although I feel the comparison between Pilot Elite and GH Turbo Platinum would have been a little fairer. Both being the top gas trims and almost equally priced!

[@Emmanuel-ol4py]

that’s what i’m saying

[@senorgato70]

Saw a GH yesterday and it was so nondescript I barely noticed it was right next to me. Looked just like a larger RAV4.

[@GiantMaster]

Among these two, Grand Highlander would be my choice... 1. Better power output. 2. Better fuel economy. 3. Better and quiet ride quality. 4. A/C vent available at the third row. 5. Better infotainment system and screen. 6. Better off road capability (ref. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJmphoV-nN2DsLM) 7. Better resell value. 8. Better and long lasting outlook (subjective).

[@ericdarmawan9504]

But it’s a turbo engine which it is way more problematics if it breaks down

[@TimmyDahitman]

I love the comparison videos

[@maddiecastro471]

What are the gas consumption of both ?

[@victormoreno9763]

Grand highlander platinum not having a second raw bench seat option is a killer to me

[@umair8641]

Yeah. Not sure why consumers are forced to downgrade to limited to get the bench seat .

[@alexmassengale433]

I agree.

[@saurabhbhalla90]

you need to do sound level reading at 75mph as well! Most wind noise increases tremendously from 55 to 75mph

[@silverfox5732]

You guys are awesome and you make your previews simple and to the point ,I love the side by side way you do your reviews and the noise meter is definitely a most. Thanks for your time and knowledge. ❤

[@CarConfections]

Thank you! We appreciate the kind words!

[@ChristosKapron]

The lease price for these standard vehicles are more than the Germans Suv my Uncle Audi Q7 was $479 a month only $2,000 down while Toyota wants $600 for a highlander doesn’t make sense but my uncle said the upper class have perks compare to the lower class. He said most people who are leasing a standard vehicle is not going to cross shop with Land Rover, Audi, BMW or Porsche

[@L0KiT086]

Are you serious? The cheapest Audi Q7 is 60k+ so why would you compare against Honda-Toyota?

[@NishantSingh-z2g]

Oh wow that's a game changer statement for Germans

[@Hernsama]

The Q5 is 4K down with $550 a month.

[@barbz_zayne]

did he trade anything for the audi

[@ChristosKapron]

@@barbz_zayne No

[@Jojo-ni2cg]

Thanks guys-long term reliability i would choose the Honda just because of the naturally aspirated V6 engine over the 4 cylinder turbo battery Toyota-the more tech the more long term problems let alone in 12 years or so you will need to replace that expensive battery in the Toyota

[@88hemoglobin]

Toyota is the king of hybrid. Honda doesn't compare to Toyota when it comes to reliability lol this is the funniest comment ever 😂

[@danielrodriguez2343]

​@@88hemoglobinit actually does compare. Both are very reliable brands. I will give Toyota a slight edge, but Honda is not far behind.

[@88hemoglobin]

@@danielrodriguez2343 wrong. That's your opinion but facts state otherwise, look up reliability ratings over the last several years. Honda used to be reliable, that's sadly no longer the case.

[@romairoblackstock5100]

I've been waiting on this comparison.

[@jsfbay1]

Because Toyota insists I have captains chairs in the 2nd row, I have to choose the Pilot (a dictate from on high :-)). I'd really rather get the Platinum Hybrid Max but until Toyota bucks the trend of high trims must have captains chairs, I'm stuck with the lower performing Pilot. Or the Explorer or Pathfinder, neither of which are very desirable in my mind. Though the Pilot and Pathfinder both have much simpler drivetrains vs. Grand Highlander Hybrid Max. Life is full of tradeoffs.

[@thepcuser5469]

The limited has an option for a bench seat, but that’s for the gas model, not sure about the hybrid and hybrid max

[@jsfbay1]

@@thepcuser5469 Thanks for that. I was able to configure the Limited in regular hybrid with a bench, but not the Hybrid Max (which is, of course, the one I want.)

[@ImranManikuj]

Love the outside body look. Very smooth and slick.

[@Jaylyons1]

I'd give a half point for the Pilot's walk away option for the tailgate. I can't think of how many times I have my hands full and awkwardly try and hit the button for the tail gate. It sucks that both of these have ballooned over $50k though. The Pilot is probably 2nd overall in the SUV world now right behind this new Grand Highlander. I'm interested in how the new turbo-4 actually drives. That'll make or break this one as everything else, aside from cargo, is pretty even.

[@nateg2468]

Watch other car reviews where they talk about the poor cornering and excessive body roll of the GH where it actually makes one reviewer car sick. The Pilot is the better handling/driving suv.

[@MYLIFEISLEGENDARY936.]

​@@nateg2468 grand highlander is a family suv and sporty handling is something they dont care . Also you said just one reviewer . Come on seriously .🤦

[@troy5568]

​@@MYLIFEISLEGENDARY936."Family SUV" you surely don't want your family feeling nauscious due to excessive body roll when turning, right?

[@MYLIFEISLEGENDARY936.]

@@troy5568 🤦. GRAND HIGHLANDER DRIVES MORE THAN FINE And IT WILL BE EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE .LAST TIME I REMEMBERED NO FAMILY SUV NEEDS TO BE SPORTS CAR LIKE HANDLING 🤦😂

[@pathikparmar]

Grand Highlander feels like a boat ride, little wobbly. Pilot felt much better and grounded.

[@ericdarmawan9504]

Stay with pilot, naturally aspirated stands to be more reliable than turbo

[@JanaiB72]

Good try by Toyota. It looks like they’ve been listening to all the complaints we had for the Toyota Highlander. Unfortunately, they’ve stuck with their move away from V6. I get it for Sedans like the Camry but for a family SUV? Nevertheless, I’m impressed with the power output from their V4’s. My mind tells me there’s a catch to it. In the end, I’ll pick the Pilot.

[@sunnygirl9691]

Yeah there is a catch the turbos are going to blow out the engine and it’s not gonna last like the old fashion Toyotas.

[@johnjuza2659]

Great video! i'm looking at the pilot. a very simple design.

[@connoisseurbamms2349]

Oouu I really love the upgrade on the new Gr Highlander, although the Pilot still compares strongly, I do think that it’s best to acquire the Gr High currently. Pretty sure Honda will upgrade squarely next . Your review is so direct and highly commendable

[@qichen5316]

Would you consider doing a Sienna VS Grand Highlander comparison? That would be interesting. Thank you.

[@CarConfections]

Yes, that would be an interesting one I think...

[@saymsaym101]

Yes please!

[@ParthPatel-wn6sp]

Hi, when hybrid option is available for honda pilot?

[@adamwright9741]

Ey, when you guys FINALLY put a smiley face on a non-luxury large SUV's acceleration time, I know darn well I'm looking at a game changer at Toyota

[@MYLIFEISLEGENDARY936.]

​@@naveenthemachine seriously 😂. This is your most dumb comment ever . It shows you been petty and a troll .seriously 🤣

[@ning7091]

Grand Highlander vs. model Y. Could Hybrid has the camp mode as electric?

[@cynthianees8225]

Will i fit 3 car seats in it? Because my telluride is tiny

[@jsfbay1]

Another question for Car Confections: what weighting do you use when making your measurements? A, B (older meters), C, or Z? I'm asking because you guys consistently get numbers that are easily 10 dB quieter than another channel (AoA) that takes these measurements. Maybe the roads he tests on in CA are just rougher than your standard test road in TN. An average number for him is around 68-70 dB SPL. Thanks for these comparison videos, they are very helpful, especially when you do two cars that are at or near the top of my list!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! Not sure what variety it is but we test at 55 MPH and maybe he is doing a 70 MPH test?

[@jsfbay1]

@@CarConfections Good point. I'll have to check, I'll bet the readings are at 65 mph. Thanks.

[@raidersamson3356]

I wish you would add more technical information in your comparison. Like safety ratings, available safety options, and child care seat fit

[@elliott3991]

I dont think hybrid max ever went for 55.8, more like 60; the hybrid limiteds (non max) were 57k. good review thanks. keep up the good work.

[@DanielConger-s4j]

After owning a Camaro ZL1 and A Tesla Plaid Model S, I now own a Honda Pilot. There is plenty of power my Honda Pilot Elite, it is scary when driving a vehicle this big compared to what I’m used to. I have it break sooner because of the weight of the Pilot. I don’t see myself driving like a granny but I’m not disappointed with power the Pilot Elite.

[@4001Bob]

My 2021 Pilot gets 30-32 open hwy in the north east!!!!! also my 22 Honda Odyssey gets 31-33

[@samthecarguy1143]

Personally, I like the look of the Pilot over the GH. But in reality, I’d rather the Mazda CX-90 over both 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@tritip1102]

I’d take a six cylinder engine over a turbo four any day.

[@JuanBCua]

can you do a video about the 2023 Honda Odyssey Elite Fwd Vs 2023 Toyota Sienna Platium Awd

[@CarConfections]

We might be able to... stay tuned!

[@shahvatsal2391986]

Amazing Review. if you do math of 150k mileage lifespan of Toyota Hybrid Gr Highlander(non-max) vs Honda Pilot , you will save around $7,000 on Toyota on longer term due to better mpg.. so now find out which one has better TCO.. 😊

[@CarConfections]

Thank you!