Vehicle Overview
For decades, Midsize SUVs have been a preference for many families across the country. They offer the convenience and comfort levels you would find in traditional full-size SUVs. However, they come at just a fraction of the cost and are much more affordable to maintain. The 2020 Honda Pilot and the 2020 Hyundai Palisade are top competitors in the midsize SUV class, they both carry practical dimensions that allow spacious interiors to accommodate several people that are then laced with a wide array of comfort and convenience features.
Performance - 2020 Honda Pilot
The 2020 Honda Pilot-V draws its power from a polished and responsive 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with an automatic transmission to generate 280 horsepower. Even though the 6-speed offers smooth and swift shifts, higher trim levels get a 9-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain offers ample power to get you through most driving situations. When properly equipped, the V6 powertrain is rated to tow up to an impressive 5,000 pounds. The Pilot earns fuel efficiency ratings of 19 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. The Hyundai Palisade is powered by a 3.8-liter V6 that makes 291 horsepower. The engine is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission that allows seamless shifting. When it comes to fuel economy, most of the Palisade's competitors earn better ratings. The front-wheel-drive version gets 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
Interior - 2020 Honda Pilot near Davenport
The 2020 Honda Pilot-V is available in five trim levels and comes well equipped with a wide array of tech and convenience features. The base trim comes with quite a number of these features; however, if you are looking to get some extra goodies for enhanced luxury, we recommend you opt for the highest trim level, the Black Edition, which is almost rated in the luxury class. The base LX can comfortably accommodate eight people in its three rows of cloth upholstery seats. It also gets a 5.0-inch infotainment display, one USB charging port, and several active safety features. The EX features an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen display that includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. The EX also gets a power-adjustable driver's seat, two USB ports, three-zone automatic climate control, and heated front seats. The EX-Ls adds a moonroof, leather upholstery, and rear sunshades. At the top-end sits the Pilot Touring and Black Edition.
They come with high-quality leather upholstery, a panoramic moonroof, a premium audio system, cooled and heated front seats, and a wireless phone charger. Both the Touring and Black Edition are fitted with a 9-speed automatic transmission and a standard all-wheel-drive system. The Hyundai Palisade can also comfortably fit up to 8 eight people in its three rows. The SUV is available with an 8-inch or 10.25 touchscreen infotainment system; the user-friendly system offers a crisp and clear display and is very responsive to commands. All models of the Palisade get Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto integration and several USB ports placed all over the cabin. Higher trim levels allow you to connect two phones to the infotainment system at the same time. It also includes a real-time display of the car's blind spots and an in-car intercom. The Palisade's rear seats are fitted with air vents, and are also available with second-row climate control, power-folding third-row seats and heated and ventilated rear seats.
Safety - 2020 Honda Pilot dealer
Federal regulators and the IIHS netted the 2020 Pilot with an overall five-star rating. The SUV features front and side curtain airbags and several active safety features, including forward-collision warnings, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control, and an active lane control system. Higher trim levels get blind-spot monitors as a standard feature. The Hyundai Palisade's standard safety features include a forward automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, driver attention monitoring, and an adaptive cruise control system.
Test drive the 2020 Honda Pilot
All in all, both midsize SUVs are quite versatile and practical vehicles that will offer you all the convenience you need on the road. However, the team here at the dealership would gladly recommend the Honda Pilot-V over the 2020 Hyundai Palisade, mainly because it is more economical and offers more standard features than the Palisade. At Brad Deery Honda, we have been serving West Burlington Davenport Iowa City, for many years now and have established ourselves as one of the most trusted dealers in the region.
*Article for general informational purposes only. For complete details, please contact the dealership.