There is no Honda Pilot hybrid for 2026. The current Pilot uses a gasoline 3.5-liter V6 with 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque and a 10-speed automatic. Honda has said it plans more large hybrids for North America around 2029, but it has not confirmed a Pilot hybrid. The specs below are the gas Pilot’s, from Honda’s published figures and reputable references, not hands-on testing.
Quick answer: No Honda Pilot hybrid is on sale. The 2026 Pilot is a 285-hp V6, seats seven or eight, tows up to 5,000 lb with AWD, and is rated up to 19/27/22 mpg (US EPA, 2WD).
Is there a Honda Pilot hybrid?
Honda’s 2026 Pilot pages list one engine and no hybrid. Press reports say Honda’s CEO described three larger hybrid models arriving in 2029 without naming them, so a future Pilot hybrid is a guess, not a confirmed product. For release timing on the Pilot generally, see our Honda Pilot release date guide.
2026 Honda Pilot specs (gasoline, US figures)
| Spec | Figure |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5 L V6, 285 hp, 262 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic |
| Drive | 2WD or i-VTM4 AWD, depending on trim |
| Fuel economy | Up to 19/27/22 mpg (city/hwy/comb., 2WD); most AWD trims 19/25/21; TrailSport 18/23/20 |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal, regular unleaded |
| Towing | 3,500 lb (2WD); 5,000 lb (AWD) |
| Seating | 7 or 8, depending on trim |
| Length / width / wheelbase | About 200 in / 78.5 in / 113.8 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in; 8.3 in on TrailSport |
| Cargo behind 3rd row / 2nd row / 1st row | 18.6 / 48.5 / about 87 cu ft (standard measurement) |
Canadian trims, fuel economy ratings (in L/100 km) and towing figures can differ, so confirm them on Honda Canada’s site.
Fuel economy and range
The V6 is not especially frugal for the class. With an 18.5-gallon tank, highway driving at 27 mpg gives a theoretical range near 500 miles, but real range depends on speed, load and weather.
TrailSport and towing
TrailSport adds 8.3 in of ground clearance, all-terrain tires and a factory trailer hitch, and seats seven. Towing ratings assume proper equipment, and passengers and cargo reduce what you can safely tow.
If you want a hybrid three-row SUV today
Because the Pilot has no hybrid, look at other families. See our Hyundai Palisade specs and Kia Telluride X-Pro specs for comparable three-row SUVs, and check each maker’s current lineup for hybrid availability, since it changes by year and market.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a Honda Pilot hybrid?
No. The 2026 Honda Pilot is offered with a 3.5-liter V6 only, and Honda has not confirmed a Pilot hybrid.
How much horsepower does the 2026 Honda Pilot have?
It makes 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque from its 3.5-liter V6.
What is the Honda Pilot’s fuel economy?
US EPA ratings run up to 19/27/22 mpg (city/highway/combined) for 2WD. Check Honda Canada for L/100 km ratings.
How much can the Honda Pilot tow?
Honda lists 3,500 lb for 2WD and 5,000 lb for AWD when properly equipped.
When might a Honda hybrid SUV arrive?
Press reports say Honda plans large hybrids for North America in 2029, but the models have not been named.
How many people does the Honda Pilot seat?
Seven or eight, depending on trim. TrailSport seats seven.
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