Overview & Reviews

The 2011 Honda Pilot returns mostly unchanged from last year. Navigation is now available on the EX-L trim level and a rear entertainment system is now included on the Touring model.

• Pleasant ride, decently roomy third-row seat, smooth V6, clever interior storage features, perfect crash test scores.

• Poor braking performance, sluggish acceleration, unremarkable fuel economy, button-heavy center stack.

User Reviews:

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  Better than the rest!!...no really! - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By andonakis - February 25 - 12:19 pm

  We looked at all the competing mid-size SUVs and we narrowed it down to the final 3: Maxda cx-9, Toyota Highlander, and the Honda Pilot. The Pilot was last on her list.(Dont know why) When the dealers gave us the cars to keep over night, the Pilot became the instant favored. The Mazda was a close second and the Highlander...well it didnt even compare. Sorry Toyota. The reason is simple. To us, the Pilot just felt like an SUV. What we mean is it drives like an SUV, it was comfortable like an SUV and it looks like an SUV. We are coming from a BMW X5 so our experience with the Pilot is not exaggerated, it truly is a wonderful car. Thank you Honda!!

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  Great Choice! - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By carnutt2 - February 8 - 1:44 pm

  I purchased my Pilot about two weeks ago, after doing months of research, driving loads of other SUVs crossovers and simply think I made a fantastic decision. I almost bought the Volvos XC-90 or the 60, but the reliability of the 90 was in doubt, and the smallness and overpriced 60 turned me away. The dealer was very accomadating, kept to the price, which I started off by using USAA.... then going lower then that. I bought the 4x4 Touring, in blue, and each time I drive it, I feel I made a great choice! It feels substantial, well made and usre footed when behind the wheel. The pick-up is always there, with more power ready when needed. Please test drive the Pilot,last, and youll buy it!!!

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  Middle/End of the pack? Waitaminute folks! - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By crgeorgia - January 3 - 4:06 pm

  Traded an 08 RDX for an 11 EX-L 12/22/10. Came close to ignoring the Pilot after reading the editors review. We had an 05, so visited the local Honda dealer for a test drive. Bought it immediately after. Here is my take after a 1200 mile round trip from GA to FL (7.5 hrs ea way). Performance, acceleration, handling, and braking are fine. It is relatively quiet, quite comfortable, and a pleasure to drive on a long trip. We got 22.8 mpg with a new engine & cruise set @ 77-83. Center stack does have a lot of buttons but, the layout is quite logical rendering it a non-issue. The vehicle also features outstanding reliability and owner satisfaction over the long term (check Consumer Reports).

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  Love it - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By gdog477 - December 16 - 3:11 pm

  We got the car about 1 month ago. It has been a pleasure! Its very comfortable and a big upgrade for me coming from a 04 Accord dx.

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  Great vehicle - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By RWF - November 15 - 2:00 am

  Recently purchased 2011 Pilot Touring for my wife. She loves the vehicle. Drives great, quiet inside, great technology with the NAV and voice recognition system. Contrary to some of the reviews, the seats are very comfortable and we do not notice any engine shifting when in ECO mode. The RES is fantastic particularly given the fact that the kids can operate it from the back. In fact, they can change the stations on the radio from the rear seats which saves us from having to surf their preferred channels (and when it gets too much, we lock out their controls). We have owned a Range Rover and GMC Yukon in the past and quite frankly, we are enjoying the Pilot more.

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  Dont Understand Why all the Drama - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By Mr. Andy - November 13 - 2:00 am

  Purchased vehicle brand new. Drives quietly, smooth and very comfortable. Im 62" and fit very well in the driver & Passenger seat. Havent tested full fuel range but Im sure I can get a good 375 miles from a full tank. Many complaints about comfort, Fuel economy, gadgets. Perhaps if one test drove the vehicle first, they would see these faults and move on to something else. As far as Fuel, I didnt pick an SUV because I wanted Fuel economy, I picked it because it felt strong. If you want better gas mileage DONT BUY AN SUV. Get a Camry or an Accord Duh. No problems with braking I dont tailgate or expect to be still doing 60 mph in heavy traffic. Im lovin my Honda.

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  Ive got the peeling paint blues - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By ApexPilot - November 12 - 2:00 am

  Ive got an appointment to take my Pilot in a few weeks for peeling back bumper. Whats up with that? Ive been a loyal Honda owner for over 20 years and Ive never had an issue with the paint peeling. For the most part I love my Pilot. For me its much more comfortable then my 2007 CR-V was.

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  So far so good - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By Wayne - November 9 - 2:00 am

  Had this vehicle for about a month now. Love it so far. Got it for the 3 rows that seat 8. It can fit our family of 5 with no problem with the 3rd row folded down which leaves plenty of room for cargo for our trips. AWD Sienna only seats 4 without third row (captains chairs) and Highlander was a bit narrower, had less cargo room and was more expensive. Didnt take to the Sorento or Traverse - which were also more expensive for the same options.

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  Great SUV - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By Happy Family - November 7 - 1:00 am

  We love our new Pilot. We owned a 2006 Pilot and traded it for a 2009 Odyssey. It only took a year to figure out we are not a minivan family. So we traded for this and my wife couldnt be happier! Great lines and well laid out interior. Couldnt get much better of a vehicle in our opinion

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  Pilot Touring 4WD - 2011 Honda Pilot
  By Dgardner - November 4 - 2:00 am

  Great SUV and hands down the best value for the money. Traded my 2010 for a 2011 due to excellent resale value!