For the 2021 model year, Hyundai has made no changes to the Nexo. It carries over from 2020 with all the same features and options.
Pros Adequate driving range per fill-up, cargo-friendly cabin, generous standard warranty.
Cons Twice the price of a similarly-sized gas-powered SUV, only sold in California, limited hydrogen fueling stations.
The Nexo carries over unchanged for 2021.
Pros Promises 350-plus miles of range from a five-minute hydrogen fill-up Smooth, silent and torquey drive qualities of an electric vehicle Practical SUV-like body style
Cons Only available in select areas of California Hydrogen availability is limited
New Special Edition trim level.Nine-speed automatic now standard on all Pilot trim levels.Base LX trim gets dual-zone climate control.
Pros A versatile, roomy interior with spacious rear seats Smooth and compliant ride in most conditions Better fuel economy than rivals Many clever storage compartments
Cons Collision warning and adaptive cruise control are overly sensitive Third-row access is narrow
The 2021 Honda Pilot's #12 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Honda Pilot has a score of 7.8 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 48 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Smooth ride Adult-friendly seating Respectable cargo room
Cons Poor predicted reliability rating Limited standard infotainment tech
The 2021 Honda Pilot does a solid impression of a minivan, minus the cultural baggage..
Pros Seats up to eight adults—really Strong V-6 power Active safety tech comes standard Infotainment’s good (except for LX)
Cons Skimpy 5.0-inch base touchscreen Loses the panache wars to Hyundai/Kia 9-speed bobbles the occasional shift Top trims are pricey
