Feb 17, 2021
Gray 2021 Honda CR-V in a Parking Lot vs Black 2021 Honda Pilot in a Desert

Differences Between the 2021 Honda CR-V and 2021 Honda Pilot 

The Honda lineup will cater to families on the go with a great selection of crossovers and SUVs that provide a versatile automotive experience and the 2021 Honda CR-V compact crossover and 2021 Honda Pilot midsize crossover are great options. We are here to help you find the right fit at Earnhardt Honda with a guide to the differences between the 2021 Honda CR-V and 2021 Honda Pilot. 


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2021 Honda CR-V vs 2021 Honda Pilot: Trim Levels and Design Specs 

Avondale-area drivers who opt for the 2021 Honda CR-V at Earnhardt Honda will have four trim levels to choose from – LX, EX, EX-L and Touring – with room for five passengers and 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats in LX, EX and EX-L trim levels. A larger crossover option in the Honda lineup, the 2021 Honda Pilot is available in seven grades – LX, EX, EX-L, Special Edition, Touring, Elite and Black Edition – with seating for up to eight passengers and 16.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third-row seats.  

Blue 2021 Honda CR-V Rear Exterior vs Blue 2021 Honda Pilot Rear Exterior on a Desert Highway

2021 Honda CR-V vs 2021 Honda Pilot: Engine Options and Specs 

No matter which direction you choose to go in this Honda comparison, you will find a reliable and fun-to-drive powertrain. Honda CR-V models come standard with a 190-horsepower 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that pairs with a Continuously Variable Transmission to make 28 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway and 30 mpg combined* in front-wheel drive. The Honda Pilot is powered by a 280-horsepower 3.5-liter i-VTEC® V-6 engine that is married to a nine-speed automatic transmission to earn 20 mpg in the city, 27 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg combined** with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available for both the Honda CR-V and Honda Pilot. 

2021 Honda CR-V Front Seat Interior vs 2021 Honda Pilot Front Seat Interior

2021 Honda CR-V vs 2021 Honda Pilot: Features and Technology 

Honda models provide families with a wealth of standard and available features that will allow you to customize your Honda car, truck or crossover. Honda Sensing® safety systems are standard for the 2021 Honda CR-V and 2021 Honda Pilot and will help keep you safe on the road. Honda CR-V models keep families entertained with an available 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system with access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto that is standard for EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels. Honda Ridgeline entries feature an available 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system that is a fixture for EX, EX-L, Special Edition, Touring, Elite and Black Edition trim levels. 


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Learn more about the key differences between the 2021 Honda CR-V and 2021 Honda Pilot with this quick comparison created by Earnhardt Honda. Find the right fit today when you visit the Earnhardt Honda inventory!  

*28 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 27 city/32 highway/29 combined mpg rating for AWD trims. 40 city/35 highway/38 combined mpg rating for hybrid trims. Based on 2021 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-package/condition (hybrid trims) and other factors. 

**20 city/27 highway/23 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/26 highway/22 combined mpg rating for AWD trims. Based on 2021 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.