Does the 2025 Honda Pilot need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the Sport 2WD.
- All 9 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $327 more a year.
- 56% of 148 SUVs (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport 2WD | 3.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Sport AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| EX-L 2WD | 3.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| EX-L AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Touring 2WD | 3.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| TrailSport AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| Touring AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Elite AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Black Edition AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Honda Pilot | Sport 2WD | Regular |
| 2025 Honda Passport | EX-L AWD | Regular |
| 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Toyota Highlander | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Honda CR-V | LX 2WD | Regular |
| 2025 Honda Odyssey | EX-L FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Kia Telluride | LX FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree