2025 Dodge Durango vs 2025 Honda Pilot

$38,495 · Crossover

$40,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Dodge Durango storms onto the scene, promising muscle car heritage translated into an SUV platform with 295 hp and a bold rear-wheel-drive stance. Conversely, the 2025 Honda Pilot leans into sophisticated efficiency and practicality, offering a proven FWD setup with 285 hp. The Durango boasts a slight edge in raw power output, generating 295 hp versus the Pilot's 285 hp, though the Pilot counters with superior fuel economy at 22 MPG combined compared to the Durango's 20 MPG combined. Dimensionally, the Pilot is significantly wider at 78.5 inches versus the Durango's 75.8 inches, yet the Durango offers a length of 200.8 inches, slightly eclipsing the Pilot's 199.9 inches. While the Pilot's starting MSRP of $40,200 is slightly higher than the Durango's $38,495, the Pilot maximizes utility with 18.6 cu ft of cargo space against the Durango's 17.2 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy of 22 MPG versus the Durango's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Pilot

Families should favor the Pilot as it offers slightly more usable space with 18.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Durango's 17.2 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Dodge Durango

Enthusiasts will prefer the Durango for its traditional performance feel delivered by its 295 hp engine and rear-wheel-drive architecture.

💰 Best Value

2025 Dodge Durango

The Dodge Durango offers a lower barrier to entry with a starting MSRP of $38,495, undercutting the Pilot's $40,200 starting price.

Choose the Dodge Durango if...

You crave the raw, responsive feeling of a rear-wheel-drive platform.
You want the maximum available horsepower rating at 295 hp in this comparison.
You prefer a slightly lower starting price point at $38,495.

Choose the Honda Pilot if...

You prioritize efficiency, as the Pilot achieves 27 MPG highway versus the Durango's 25 MPG highway.
You need the best possible cargo volume, benefiting from 18.6 cu ft.
You prefer the smoothness of a 10-speed automatic transmission paired with front-wheel drive.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Dodge Durango	Honda Pilot
Length	200.8"	199.9"
Width	75.8"	78.5"
Height	72.1"	71.0"
Wheelbase	119.8"	113.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	3.6 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	295 hp @ 6400 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/25 MPG	19/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	442.8/615.0 mi.	351.5/499.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	24.6 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Dodge	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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	—
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Driver Vanity Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	7.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	7
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	—
Stereo Power	—	240W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Dodge	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Front Head Room	39.9 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	41.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	57.0 in.	58.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Passenger Seat Folding Capability	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Rear Head Room	39.8 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.6 in.	40.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.5 in.	57.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	20 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/60R18	255/50R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Dodge	Honda
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 24000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Dodge Durango and 2025 Honda Pilot.

What is the biggest mechanical difference between the 2025 Durango and Pilot?

The most significant difference lies in the drive type; the 2025 Dodge Durango comes standard with rear-wheel drive, which appeals to performance drivers, while the 2025 Honda Pilot uses a front-wheel-drive configuration optimized for traction in diverse conditions.

How much better is the fuel economy on the Pilot compared to the Durango?

The Honda Pilot offers noticeably better economy, achieving 22 MPG combined, whereas the Dodge Durango is rated for 20 MPG combined. This difference equates to a 2 MPG advantage for the Pilot on the combined cycle.

Which SUV has more power for highway passing maneuvers?

The 2025 Dodge Durango holds a slight horsepower advantage, producing 295 hp compared to the Pilot's 285 hp. While both offer strong torque, the Durango leads in peak power output.

Is there a significant difference in size that affects parking or garage fit?

Yes, the Durango is slightly longer at 200.8 inches compared to the Pilot's 199.9 inches, but the Pilot is considerably wider, measuring 78.5 inches versus the Durango's 75.8 inches, which might matter more for tight garage situations.

If I am focused on budget, which vehicle provides better initial value?

Based purely on the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), the Dodge Durango is the better initial value, starting at $38,495, which is $1,705 less than the Honda Pilot's $40,200 entry point.

Does the difference in transmission affect the driving feel?

Absolutely; the Durango uses an 8-speed automatic transmission designed to work with its RWD bias, while the Pilot uses a 10-speed automatic, which is generally engineered to maximize efficiency alongside its FWD setup.