2025 Pilot vs 2025 Sorento in Newburgh, NY
2025 Pilot vs 2025 Sorento
Need a family SUV that doesn’t back down from weekend plans or weekday chaos? The 2025 Honda Pilot and 2025 Kia Sorento both offer three rows and modern features – but only one was built to make your life easier in every way. The 2025 Pilot, available now at Morehead Honda in Newburgh, NY, is the midsize SUV that brings space, power, and driver-friendly features all under one roof. Let’s see how it stacks up.
Interior Comparison
The 2025 Honda Pilot makes room for just about anything – car seats, sports bags, road trip coolers, and even your in-laws. With seating for up to eight, an optional removable second-row middle seat, and clever storage options, the Pilot doesn’t just carry passengers. It adapts to them.
By comparison, the Sorento offers good value but maxes out at seven seats and feels more compact, especially in the third row. Its sleek design is appealing, but the tighter dimensions make it less accommodating for families with growing kids or extra gear.
2025 Honda Pilot | 2025 Kia Sorento |
Rows: Three Max Seating: Eight Max Cargo Capacity: 87 Cubic Feet Upholstery Options: Cloth Upholstery (Standard) / Leather Upholstery (Optional) | Rows: Three Max Seating: Seven Max Cargo Capacity: 75.5 Cubic Feet Upholstery Options: Cloth Upholstery (Standard) / Synthetic Leather, Genuine Leather Upholstery (Optional) |
Power & Performance
Under the hood, the 2025 Pilot keeps things simple – and strong. A 285-hp V6 engine comes standard across the lineup, so you get consistent performance no matter which trim you choose. Whether you're merging onto I-87 or towing weekend toys, the Pilot delivers confidence with every mile.
The Sorento does offer engine variety, including a hybrid and a turbo, but its standard powertrain lags behind. You’ll have to step up to higher trims to match the Pilot’s muscle.
2025 Honda Pilot | 2025 Kia Sorento |
Base Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower: 285 Torque: 262 lb-ft Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic Transmission | Base Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Horsepower: 191 Torque: 195 lb-ft Transmission: Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission (Standard) / Eight-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission (Optional) |
Available Engine: Turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder Horsepower: 195 Torque: 195 lb-ft Transmission: Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (Standard) / Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission (Optional) |
Tech & Entertainment
The 2025 Pilot blends function and fun with tech that’s easy to use, even for the carpool crowd. The available 9-inch touchscreen is intuitive, and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ help keep cords – and complaints – to a minimum.
The Sorento’s larger screens on higher trims look great, but its setup can feel more complicated. For drivers who just want things to work, the Pilot wins for simplicity and ease of use.
2025 Honda Pilot Top Technology Features | 2025 Kia Sorento Top Technology Features |
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Safety Features
The 2025 Pilot comes packed with Honda Sensing®, a suite of advanced driver-assistance features that are standard on every trim. That means key safety tech – like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring – comes included, not added later.
The Sorento brings plenty of safety features, too, but not all trims offer the same level of driver support. Honda simply makes it easier to feel protected, no matter your budget.
2025 Honda Pilot Standard Safety Features | 2025 Kia Sorento Standard Safety Features |
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Morehead Honda’s Bottom Line
The 2025 Kia Sorento is a solid pick if you want hybrid options or prefer a smaller footprint. But when space, strength, and simplicity matter most, the 2025 Honda Pilot stands out. It's the SUV that doesn’t just fit your family – it fits your life.
Ready to make room for more? Visit Morehead Honda in Newburgh, NY, and test drive the new Pilot today.
*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.
