3 Features the 2024 Toyota Highlander Has that the 2024 Honda Pilot Doesn’t

Choosing the Right SUV in Chicagoland Based on Your Needs

Toyota and Honda are both proven auto manufacturers, and Highlander and Pilot models are prime examples of these makers’ respective fluency in delivering high-quality vehicles. So, while both the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot are great vehicles that are sure to serve you well, which has the extra features that’ll make the difference for your drive? That’s exactly what we aim to uncover here as we dive in and take a closer look at the offerings of both the 2024 Toyota Highlander and the 2024 Honda Pilot, specifically for Chicagoland commutes. Here are three features you’ll find in the Highlander that you’ll miss out on in the Honda Pilot.

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Must-Have Tech Features in the 2024 Highlander and Not in the 2024 Pilot

If you’re looking to purchase a new car, that car should feel like a new car, shouldn’t it? Just as air conditioning used to be an option on many cars and is now largely a standard feature, there are a few other features that seem like they should be standard that you won’t get if you choose the 2024 Honda Pilot. Some of those features include:

• Standard One-Touch Rear Power Windows
• Standard Automatic Trunk/Hatch Closing
• Standard Rear Climate Control
• Standard Power Adjustable Driver Seat

Whether you’re rolling down the windows to quickly cool off the car for the kids in the Chicago summer heat or closing the hatch after a grocery haul, automatic features just make your day to day life easier. The 2024 Toyota Highlander proves it’s here to fit into your lifestyle with comfort and convenience. 

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Torque for Towing & Cargo: The 2024 Highlander Flexes Freely

Even if you don’t care about what the specific torque figure is for these cars, there’s no denying that it’s an important number when it comes to towing and to carrying large amounts of cargo comfortably. And, if you’re in the market for a three-row SUV, odds are you carry plenty of passengers or cargo from time to time. The Toyota Highlander makes use of a turbocharged engine, offering a significantly greater max torque figure at 310 lb-ft compared to the Honda Pilot’s 262 lb-ft from its naturally aspirated engine. What’s more, the Highlander hits that torque figure at just 1700 rpm; the Pilot only hits that figure at 5000 rpm. So, what does that mean for you? The Highlander can comfortably move its weight and the weight of passengers/cargo without straining into high RPMs, making for a difference you can feel (and hear) as you drive. Not convinced? We implore you to schedule a test drive here in Chicagoland to experience the difference for yourself.

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The 2024 Toyota Highlander Wins on Fuel Efficiency

Simply put, the 2024 Toyota Highlander achieves better fuel economy than the 2024 Honda Pilot. With the Highlander getting 29 MPG on the highway on 2WD trims and 28 MPG on AWD trims, you’ll be grateful for less of your money being spent at the pump. Even the AWD trims of the Toyota Highlander yield better highway fuel efficiency (28 MPG) than the FWD trims of the Honda Pilot (27 MPG). Further to this point, the Toyota Highlander makes use of an 8-speed transmission, whereas the Honda Pilot utilizes a 10-speed transmission; even with two additional gears to select, the Honda Pilot still can’t match the Toyota Highlander’s efficiency. So, no matter which trim of the 2024 Toyota Highlander you decide is best for you, you can have confidence that you can travel further for your dollar.

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See the 2024 Toyota Highlander at Oak Lawn Toyota

We’re certain the 2024 Toyota Highlander offers the comfort, convenience, and utility features you need to confidently say it’s the best car for both your Chicagoland commute and your day-to-day life. Stop into Oak Lawn Toyota, your local Toyota dealer, and experience the 2024 Highlander firsthand. One of our friendly and knowledgeable staff would be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you find that perfect ride. Shoot us a message, give us a call, or schedule your test drive today! 

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