2025 Pilot vs 2025 Sorento in Charlotte, NC

2025 Honda Pilot vs 2025 Kia Sorento

If you're looking for a reliable family SUV, the 2025 Honda Pilot and the 2025 Kia Sorento are two popular options that should be on your shortlist. Both are three-row SUVs with ample space and advanced technology, delivering impressive performance. But which model is most suited to you? Check out this 2025 Honda Pilot vs 2025 Kia Sorento comparison to help you make the right choice.

Interior Comparison

The 2025 Honda Pilot features a well-built and spacious cabin ideal for family adventures. It can accommodate up to eight passengers thanks to a fold-and-stow second-row center seat. Tri-zone automatic climate control ensures passenger comfort, complemented by second-row and third-row seats that recline.

Meanwhile, the 2025 Kia Sorento features a comfortable interior that becomes more luxurious as you go up the trim levels. The cabin has ambient lighting, and the stitching on the panels and seat inserts gives it an upscale appearance. The standard bench configuration accommodates seven, while the optional captain's chairs reduce the seating capacity to six.

The Pilot offers up to 87 cubic feet of cargo space and comes standard with a manual liftgate. A power liftgate and a hands-free power liftgate are also available. The Sorento has less cargo space than the Pilot, even when the two rows of seats are folded, with just about 75.5 cubic feet of space. On the plus side, it has a dual-level cargo floor that makes organizing cargo easier.

2025 Honda Pilot	2025 Kia Sorento
Rows: Three Max Seating: Eight Max Cargo Capacity: 87 cubic feet Upholstery Options: Cloth, Leather (Available)	Rows: Three Max Seating: Seven Max Cargo Capacity: 75.5 cubic feet Upholstery Options: Cloth, Synthetic Leather (Available), Genuine Leather (Available)

Power and Performance

The 2025 Honda Pilot delivers excellent performance with its standard V6 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic that shifts smoothly. If you want more power, you'll need the optional turbocharged engine in the Sorento.

Handling differs in these two SUVs. Sorento's steering is quicker and easier to maneuver in tight spaces, so it's ideal for city driving. Meanwhile, the Pilot offers a more planted and stable ride thanks to its wider track and longer wheelbase.

With both models, you can choose from various driving modes and opt for all-wheel drive for improved versatility in different road conditions.

2025 Honda Pilot	2025 Kia Sorento
Max Towing Capacity: 5,000 Pounds	Max Towing Capacity: 4,500 Pounds
Max Payload Capacity: 1,625 Pounds	Max Payload Capacity: Not Specified

Base Engine: 3.5-Liter V6 Horsepower: 285 Torque: 262 lb-ft Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic	Base Engine: 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder Horsepower: 191 Torque: 181 lb-ft Transmission: Eight-Speed Automatic
	Available Engine: Turbocharged 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder Horsepower: 281 Torque: 311 lb-ft Transmission: Eight-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic

Tech and Entertainment

Both the 2025 Pilot and the 2025 Sorento offer user-friendly infotainment setups. The Pilot has physical buttons and knobs that make it easy to access frequently used controls while driving. Meanwhile, the Sorento features small display buttons that others may find difficult to use while driving. Smartphone connectivity is standard on both SUVs, as are USB ports and Bluetooth® connectivity.

2025 Honda PilotTop Technology Features	2025 Kia SorentoTop Technology Features
Infotainment Screen Options: 7-Inch (Sport), 9-Inch (EX-L, Touring, TrailSport, and Elite Trims) Audio System Options: Seven-Speaker (Sport), Nine-Speaker (EX-L), 12-Speaker Bose System (Touring, Elite, and Black Edition) Feature Highlights: 7-inch Digital Gauge Cluster with an Analog Speedometer Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® Bluetooth® Four USB Ports	Infotainment Screen Options: 12.3-Inch Audio System Options: Six-Speaker (LX, S, and EX), 12-Speaker Bose Sound System (SX Prestige and SX Prestige X-Line) Feature Highlights: Wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® 4.3-Inch Digital Information Display Bluetooth® Five USB Ports

Safety Features

The 2025 Honda Pilot comes standard with Honda Sensing® on every trim. Meanwhile, the Sorento is equipped with Kia DriveWise. Each platform includes key driver assistance features such as lane-keeping assist, forward collision warning, blind spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control. Both SUVs also offer parking sensors and plenty of passive and active safety features for added peace of mind.

2025 Honda PilotSafety Features	2025 Kia SorentoSafety Features
Forward Collision Warning Lane-Departure Warning Collision Mitigation Braking System™ Road Departure Mitigation System Lane-Keeping Assist Traffic Jam Assist Adaptive Cruise Control Auto High-Beam Headlights Traffic Sign Recognition System Driver Attention Monitor	Blind-Spot Collision Warning Driver Attention Warning Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Lane-Following Assist Lane-Departure Warning Lane-Keeping Assist Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist

Hendrick Honda Charlotte’s Bottomline

The quality build, powerful engine, and practical features make the 2025 Honda Pilot a good choice for families that require a dependable vehicle for everyday use and weekend adventures.

Those seeking a three-row SUV that still offers excellent maneuverability should consider the 2025 Kia Sorento.

You can explore the 2025 Honda Pilot and its features at Hendrick Honda Charlotte in Charlotte, NC. Take a look at our online inventory or visit us to take a test drive.

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