Honda Pilot vs Nissan Ariya
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Nissan Ariya
Overview
| Spec | Honda PilotSport 2WD | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport 2WD | Engage |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda PilotSport 2WD | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42,195 | $39,770 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $5,000 (best) | $20,702 |
| Median listing price | $41,175 | $28,499 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $56,395 | $35,790 (best) |
| For sale now | 115 (best) | 20 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda PilotSport 2WD | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 19 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 101 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 216 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 10 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Honda PilotSport 2WD | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 285 hp (best) | 214 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft (best) | 221 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda PilotSport 2WD | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 59.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | — | 990 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,336 lbs | 4,323 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114 in (best) | 109.3 in |
| Length | 200.1 in (best) | 182.9 in |
| Width | 79 in (best) | 74.8 in |
| Height | 71 in (best) | 65.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda PilotSport 2WD | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 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 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
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 | Honda Pilot | Nissan Ariya |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport 2WD $42,195 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Engage $39,770 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport AWD $44,295 MSRP | Engage e-4ORCE $43,770 MSRP |
| 3 | EX-L $44,495 MSRP | Evolve+ $44,370 MSRP |
| 4 | EX-L $46,595 MSRP | Engage+ e-4ORCE $45,370 MSRP |
| 5 | TrailSport AWD $50,395 MSRP | Evolve+ e-4ORCE $48,370 MSRP |
| 6 | Touring $51,095 MSRP | Platinum+ e-4ORCE $54,370 MSRP |
| 7 | Touring S $52,295 MSRP | Platinum+ e-4ORCE $54,370 MSRP |
| 8 | Elite $53,495 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Black Edition AWD $54,995 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Honda Pilot115 for sale
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Obsidian Blue Pearl•Gray24,648 mi$34,000Plaza Auto Mall
Brooklyn, NY
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Nissan Ariya20 for sale
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Certified2023 Nissan ARIYA
ENGAGE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl•Light Gray22,568 mi$25,484Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
- Certified
2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl•charcoal15,429 mi$29,987Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Certified2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl•Charcoal11,155 mi$29,477Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Certified2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl22,351 mi$29,752Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Certified2023 Nissan ARIYA
ENGAGE FWD
Boulder Gray Pearl/Black Diamond Pearl•Charcoal10,335 mi$22,945Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
- Certified
2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Everest White Pearl Tricoat•Charcoal25,422 mi$29,484Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Honda Pilot vs Nissan Ariya FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Pilot vs 2025 Nissan Ariya on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Nissan Ariya starts lower at $39,770. Live Honda Pilot listings start at $5,000. Live Nissan Ariya listings start at $20,702.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,770).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (289).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on horsepower in this comparison (389).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Pilot vs 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Pilot (5/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Ariya (5/5 NHTSA overall).