Chevrolet Traverse vs Honda Pilot
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Honda Pilot
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | Sport 2WD |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,800 (best) | $42,195 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $24,120 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $44,472 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $57,267 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 9 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal (best) | 19 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 328 hp (best) | 285 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft (best) | 262 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 97.6 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,504 lbs | 4,336 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (best) | 114 in |
| Length | 204.5 in (best) | 200.1 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | 79 in |
| Height | 69.6 in | 71 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | Honda PilotSport 2WD |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 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 | Chevrolet Traverse | Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $40,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport 2WD $42,195 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT $42,800 MSRP | Sport AWD $44,295 MSRP |
| 3 | Z71 $48,900 MSRP | EX-L $44,495 MSRP |
| 4 | High Country $55,100 MSRP | EX-L $46,595 MSRP |
| 5 | High Country $57,100 MSRP | TrailSport AWD $50,395 MSRP |
| 6 | RS $55,400 MSRP | Touring $51,095 MSRP |
| 7 | RS $57,400 MSRP | Touring S $52,295 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Elite $53,495 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Black Edition AWD $54,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
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