The 2025 Ford Explorer and 2025 Honda Pilot are midsize SUVs with three rows of seating, available all-wheel drive, and cabins peppered with storage cubbies.
In either the Explorer or Pilot, the best seats in the house are the front row.
In testing, Edmunds found the Pilot isn’t as quick as the Explorer.
The Pilot’s top Black Edition costs $56,030 and the Explorer’s Platinum trim is $55,855.
The Explorer is sportier and more tech-forward while the Pilot is a bit more comfortable for daily driving.
