Audi Q3 vs Honda Pilot
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Honda Pilot
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S line | Sport 2WD |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 10-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,700 | $42,195 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,423 | $5,000 (best) |
| Median listing price | $46,583 | $40,183 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $53,898 (best) | $56,395 |
| For sale now | 58 | 126 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 285 hp (best) |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft (best) | 262 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 970 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,935 lbs (best) | 4,336 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in | 114 in (best) |
| Length | 178.4 in | 200.1 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 79 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in | 71 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | 1 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q3 | Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S line $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport 2WD $42,195 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Sport AWD $44,295 MSRP |
| 3 | — | EX-L $44,495 MSRP |
| 4 | — | EX-L $46,595 MSRP |
| 5 | — | TrailSport AWD $50,395 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Touring $51,095 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Touring S $52,295 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Elite $53,495 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Black Edition AWD $54,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
Audi Q358 for sale
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Glacier White Metallic•Parchment Beige11 mi$53,898Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
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Audi Q3 vs Honda Pilot FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Honda Pilot?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q3 vs 2026 Honda Pilot on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Honda Pilot?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Honda Pilot starts lower at $42,195. Live Audi Q3 listings start at $17,423. Live Honda Pilot listings start at $5,000.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Honda Pilot?
- The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,195).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Honda Pilot?
- The 2026 Audi Q3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Honda Pilot?
- The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on horsepower in this comparison (285).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Honda Pilot?
- The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Honda Pilot?
- The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q3 vs 2026 Honda Pilot?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q3 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Honda Pilot (5/5 NHTSA overall).