2025 Acura ADX vs 2025 Honda Pilot

$35,000 · Crossover

$40,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Acura ADX sprints into the premium compact space offering sharp agility wrapped in premium refinement, starting at a tantalizing $35,000. Its powertrain delivers 190 hp and boasts a frugal 28 MPG combined, perfectly engineered for efficient city navigation thanks to its 185.8-inch length. Contrast this with the sheer muscle flexing out of the 2025 Honda Pilot, a substantially larger machine priced $5,200 higher at $40,200. The Pilot unleashes a formidable 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, putting 95 more horsepower underfoot, albeit dipping fuel economy to 22 MPG combined. While the ADX prioritizes efficiency and nimbleness, the Pilot leans into robust power and expansive dimensions, notably being nearly 14 inches longer and offering significantly more utility, despite its smaller stated 18.6 cu ft cargo area in this specific configuration. Buyers must weigh the ADX's efficiency advantage against the Pilot's dramatic power surplus.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

Choose the Acura ADX if...

Your priority is keeping running costs low with a 28 MPG combined rating.
You prefer a smaller, more maneuverable vehicle footprint at 185.8 inches long.
Sticking strictly to a budget under $36,000 is essential for your purchase.

Choose the Honda Pilot if...

You demand maximum straight-line acceleration fueled by 285 hp.
Maximum passenger and overall vehicle volume, reflected in its 199.9-inch length, is required.
You prefer a traditional 10-speed automatic transmission over a continuously variable transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura ADX	Honda Pilot
Length	185.8"	199.9"
Width	72.5"	78.5"
Height	63.8"	71.0"
Wheelbase	104.5"	113.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Honda
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Honda
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	26/31 MPG	19/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	364.0/434.0 mi.	351.5/499.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Honda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	—
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Rear Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Driver Vanity Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Honda
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	7.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	7
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Stereo Power	—	240W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	1	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Honda
Front Head Room	38.4 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.9 in.	41.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	58.4 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	40.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	57.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Honda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.0 in	20 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R H	255/50R
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Honda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Honda
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	2 yr./ 24000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura ADX and 2025 Honda Pilot.

How much more power does the Honda Pilot offer over the Acura ADX?

The 2025 Honda Pilot commands a substantial advantage with 285 horsepower, giving it 95 more ponies than the 2025 Acura ADX's 190 hp rating.

Is the fuel economy difference worth the $5,200 price gap?

The Acura ADX nets 28 MPG combined while the Pilot achieves 22 MPG combined, meaning the ADX saves 6 MPG, which translates to meaningful savings over years of ownership versus the upfront cost difference.

Why does the Pilot, despite being larger, list less cargo capacity?

While the Honda Pilot is nearly 14 inches longer, its listed cargo capacity of 18.6 cu ft trails the Acura ADX’s 24.4 cu ft, suggesting differences in cargo area design or third-row seating configurations affect the measurement.

Are premium fuel costs a factor when choosing between these two front-wheel-drive crossovers?

Yes, the 2025 Acura ADX recommends premium unleaded fuel, contrasting with the Pilot's ability to use regular unleaded, adding another layer to operating expenses.

What is the main difference in transmission types affecting the drive feel?

The ADX utilizes a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission for smooth efficiency, whereas the Pilot employs a more engaging 10-speed shiftable automatic for managing its higher torque output.