No matter your path, you deserve efficient fuel economy. Both the Mazda CX-90 and Honda Pilot will give you great gas mileage. You will feel reassured every time you take your vehicle out on the road. However, you can go a bit farther in the Mazda.

Both vehicles offer all-wheel drive, which strengthens their off-road prowess. This will only bolster the Mazda’s ability to travel long distances on a single tank of gas. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about the Honda. The Mazda CX-90 achieves an EPA-estimated 24 city / 28 highway MPG. * The Honda Pilot falls a bit short here with an EPA-estimated 19 city / 25 highway MPG. If you are traveling often, the Mazda will be more reliable.

If you want power, the Mazda CX-90 and Honda Pilot are here to give that to you. They both offer an engine that will travel well on the road. However, when comparing the two, the Mazda offers a bit more power overall with 340 horsepower while the Pilot is limited, offering only 285 horsepower.

Torque is an important part of any vehicle; being the turning power of the engine. Torque affects the efficiency of your acceleration. The Mazda CX-90 offers a maximum of 369 lb-ft of torque. The Honda Pilot’s engine offers less at 262 lb-ft of torque. For greater acceleration, choose the Mazda.

An exciting feature of both vehicles is their infotainment systems. The Mazda CX-90 comes standard with a 10.25-inch full-color display. For even better visuals, a 12.3-inch display is available, too! The Honda Pilot’s more basic trim levels offer a 7-inch screen display, and even the advanced trim level is smaller than the Mazda’s with a 9-inch touchscreen.

The Mazda CX-90 is equipped with the Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System. This offers the driver a variety of features, including Infotainment system voice-command and SMS text message audio delivery and reply. While the Honda Pilot offers great features with its system, it does not have anything quite like Mazda Connect™.

When it comes to playing your favorite tunes, you want options. Both the Mazda CX-90 and Honda Pilot have Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. This is a great way to access your favorite songs, audiobooks, and more.

Beyond these exciting choices, the Mazda is also equipped with Pandora® internet radio integration, thanks to the Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System. The Honda Pilot, unfortunately, does not give you direct access to the amazing channels and curated playlists on Pandora® radio.

Both the Mazda CX-90 and Honda Pilot have a variety of driver-assist features. Check out some features they have in common:

• Lane Departure Warning System
• Lane-keep Assist
• Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Auto Speed Limit Assist
• And more!

A feature that is only offered on the Mazda is Hill Launch Assist. This helpful function assists you when accelerating from a stop while on a slope. It helps the vehicle from potentially rolling backward when taking on a hill.

The Mazda CX-90 and Honda Pilot both have Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert. This feature utilizes a radar to monitor activity on both sides of the vehicle. Drivers will be notified of anything in the detection areas.

What’s the difference? This safety feature is standard on the Mazda CX-90. Honda Pilot drivers must upgrade to a higher trim level to gain the same level of protection as the Mazda.