2016 Honda Pilot vs Kia Sorento - Hamilton, NJ
Compare 2016 Honda Pilot vs 2016 Kia Sorento
Serving Hamilton, Trenton, and West Windsor, NJ
The 2016 Honda Pilot represents a complete change in direction from the boxy design buyers in and around Hamilton, Lawrence Township, Trenton, West Windsor, and Robbinsville, NJ are used to seeing. The new look offers a rounder more modern look that is sure to please. Both the Pilot and the Kia Sorento have been very popular since their introduction, but after reading our comparison, we are sure you will agree, the Pilot is the better choice.
Not only does the 2016 Honda Pilot offer more usable interior space, all trim levels come with a powerful V6 engine under the hood. The base engine in the Sorento is a much smaller and less powerful inline four cylinder. Seating for up to eight people is possible in the Pilot depending on the seats you choose, the Sorento on the other hand only offers seating for five or seven.
2016 Honda Pilot
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3.5-Liter V6
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2.4-Liter Inline 4 |
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185 HP |
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178 lb-ft |
Performance
Buyers in Hamilton, Lawrence Township, Trenton, West Windsor, and Robbinsville tend to look at what's hiding under the hood when shopping for a new vehicle. The all-new Earth Dream 3.5-liter V6, found in all Pilot trim levels, offers a very healthy 280 hp and delivers 262 lb-ft to the pavement via a six-speed automatic in most trims and an available nine-speed automatic in Touring and Elite models. No matter which version of the 2016 Pilot you choose, there is more than enough power to haul the kids to their next soccer match.
The choice of engines in the Kia Sorento is a little more confusing and somewhat less than impressive. At the base level is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that is rated at 185 hp and only 178 lb-ft of torque. In the middle is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that is rated at 240 hp. At the upper end and for significantly more money is a 3.3-liter V6 that produces 290 hp but only delivers 252 lb-ft of torque, significantly less than the V6 found in the Pilot.
Interior
Most people who buy an SUV do so because they need or want plenty of space for their family. While both the Pilot and the Sorento make great family vehicles, the Pilot offers seating for up to eight people depending on the type of second row seating you choose. It is one of the only three-row SUVs to offer a choice between captain's seats or a bench in the second row.
The Kia Sorento only offer seating for up five or seven passengers, which could leave you coming up short when it's your turn to haul the local soccer team to the next game. On top of this the Pilot is slightly larger in overall dimensions. This makes it a better choice for taller people and the extra cargo space is sure to come in handy for those warehouse club shopping trips.
Safety
No one knows more about protecting your family than the design team at Honda. Both vehicles come standard with the basics such as a wealth of airbags, four wheel antilock brakes, and electronic stability and traction controls. All Pilots also come with a rearview camera as standard. Upgraded safety features include blind-spot warning, front and rear parking sensors, and the Honda Sensing package.
To learn more about why the 2016 Honda Pilot is the best choice, come into Hamilton Honda and talk to our experienced and friendly sales team members. We are conveniently located at 655 US Hwy 130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08691. Call us today at (609) 528-2600 to schedule your appointment today!
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*Based on 2016 EPA mileage ratings mileage/highway estimates and driving range ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your MPGe/MPG and driving range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml .
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Hamilton Honda655 US HWY 130
Hamilton, NJ 08691