2019 Toyota 4Runner vs 2019 Honda Pilot

Seating Capacity, Cargo Space, and Towing Capability

Like we mentioned above, the 2019 Honda Pilot is geared towards people moving. Base models will come standard with seating for eight passengers and available second-row captain’s chairs will bring the seating capacity to seven. The base 2019 Toyota 4Runner offers seating for only five passengers in favor of a larger cargo space area for gear. A third-row seat is available on select configurations that can bring the seating capacity to seven.

Because the 2019 Honda Pilot prioritizes passengers over cargo storage, shoppers will find that the 2019 4Runner’s rear cargo area is superior. With 47.2 cubic feet of space behind the second-row seats and up to 89.7 cubic feet of space when the second-row seats are folded flat, drivers should have no trouble fitting all of their adventure gear in the back. Available features like a roof rack and a rear cargo tray also help to enhance the 2019 4Runner’s ability to haul. The 2019 Honda Pilot offers only 16.5 cubic feet of space behind its third-row seat and up to 83.9 cubic feet of space when the second and third rows are folded flat.

If you’re planning on doing any towing with your new ride, it’s no surprise that the 2019 Toyota 4Runner offers a leg up here too. Base models can tow up to 5,000 pounds compared to the 3,500-pound towing capacity of base 2019 Pilot models.