2023 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2023 Honda Pilot


2023 Toyota 4Runner

vs 2023 Honda Pilot in Bristol, TN

Looking for an SUV with excellent performance and good looks to match? Check out the new 2023 Toyota 4Runner. With a design that’s truly unmistakable, this model has only gotten more iconic — and more capable — over the years. The current generation is even more adventurous than its predecessors, ready to take you wherever life leads — from grocery shopping to off-roading. Available 4x4 capability, an available Multi-Terrain Select system and an available Crawl Control1 feature will give you the control you need to take on rough trails and slick, wet pavement alike. Plus, you’ll have available seating for up to seven passengers, which means you can bring your whole crew along for the ride. Ready to hit the road in the new 2023 Toyota 4Runner? The world is waiting for you!

If you’re also considering the all-new 2023 Honda Pilot, take a look at the table below. We’ve compared it to the new 2023 Toyota 4Runner so you can see which one is the best pick for your new SUV.

2023 Toyota 4Runner
2023 Toyota 4Runner
2023 Honda Pilot

Maximum Available Torque

278 pound-feet

262 pound-feet2

Maximum Towing Capacity (2WD)

5,000 pounds3

3,500 pounds4

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Available Surround-View Camera System

Best Available Sound System

15-speaker JBL® Sound System with amplifier and subwoofer

Bose Premium Sound System with 12 speakers, including subwoofer

Heated Door Mirrors

Power Rear Liftgate Window

It’s clear that the new 2023 Toyota 4Runner is the victor in this matchup, offering more convenience and versatility than the all-new 2023 Honda Pilot. The Toyota 4Runner offers 278 pound-feet of maximum available torque, and you won’t need a 4WD model to tow up to 5,000 pounds — the 2WD models can handle it, even down to the lowest (and least expensive) trim.3 In comparison, the 2WD Honda Pilot models can only tow 3,500 pounds.4 When it comes to safety and driver assistance, both SUVs come with a standard Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert and can be equipped with an available Surround-View Camera System. However, the Toyota 4Runner truly shines when it comes to its more luxurious features, offering an available 15-speaker JBL® Sound System with amplifier and subwoofer, standard heated door mirrors and a standard power rear liftgate window — three features you can’t get on the Honda Pilot. The new 2023 Toyota 4Runner will make your life easier and every journey more fun, so why not upgrade to this model today?


Ready to experience it for yourself? Visit us to test-drive the new 2023 Toyota 4Runner here at Toyota of Bristol.

If you’re interested in becoming the proud owner of a 2023 Toyota 4Runner, give us a call, or stop by our dealership at 3045 W State St. Bristol, TN 37620. We look forward to serving our customers from Kingsport, Johnson City, TN, and Abingdon, VA.

1Crawl Control is designed for driving on difficult terrain at low speeds and assists the driver by controlling acceleration and braking, allowing the driver to focus on steering. See Owner’s Manual for additional limitations.

2262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm (SAE net).

3Never tow beyond a vehicle’s published towing capacities. Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. The maximum you can tow depends on base curb weight plus the total weight of any cargo, occupants, and added vehicle equipment. Installation of a tow hitch receiver or other accessories located near the rear bumper may require disabling or removing the kick sensor, and the sensor operation setting in your vehicle should be turned off. Follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual.

4Maximum towing capacity for AWD trims is 5,000 lbs. Maximum towing capacity for 2WD trims is 3,500 lbs. Towing requires accessory towing equipment. Please see your Honda dealer for details.