Overview & Reviews

The 2005 Honda Pilot receives a new 255-hp engine, along with numerous functional changes. A tire-pressure monitoring system has been added, and EX models with leather get vehicle stability control. Slightly increased fuel capacity helps extend driving range, and a revised power steering pump provides improved on-center steering feel. Inside the cabin, the instrument panel has been tweaked with ambient lighting and a six-disc CD changer for all EX trims. A driver footrest has been added, and leather-upholstered EX models can now be had with a sunroof. The LX now has standard keyless entry, and all models get an integrated remote key and fob. Honda has made slight frame changes this year that resulted in improved IIHS crash test ratings.

• Roomy interior with eight-passenger seating, versatile storage and cargo-hauling abilities, many standard features, comfortable ride, smooth power delivery.

• Mediocre towing capacity, side curtain airbags not available, feels big behind the wheel.

User Reviews:

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  excellent - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By CR005 - August 30 - 9:43 am

  Awesome! I would take any Honda any day but the Pilot is my fav.

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  great driver - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By wasatchscott - August 26 - 10:46 pm

  Wonderful power and handling. Huge inside, great combo of utility and sporty car like drive.

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  First Honda - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By GGRRWW - July 24 - 9:00 am

  I have previously been a Toyota guy, but Ive been so impressed with Honda I dont think I will ever go back to Toyota. This vehicle has it all at a lower price. I can only find a few small things that I dont like. If you pay tolls, the coin holder slots are NOT easy to access while approaching a Toll. Also, the rear door has no good place to push it shut. I use the Honda emblem, and the license plate rattles because it is held by only two srews instead of 4.

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  2005 Pilot Great value - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By esox fan - July 19 - 3:46 pm

  This suv drives so solid and handles very well. The turning radius is exellent. Compared the Toy Highlander which felt cheap inside,the rx330 and acura MDX were 8-10 grand more-def. not worth it. Got quotes on the internet then asked my local dealer to match the lowest, Paid 30,100. A GREAT VALUE! No negotiating with the dealer, a very pleasant experience.

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  2005 EXL w/Navigation - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Royce - July 15 - 9:20 am

  Just went over 1000 miles with new Pilot. My wife kept her 4 X 4 Chev. Suburban, but I doubt she will use it very much...the Honda is easier to get around in, especially in shopping center parking lots. Great riding car with a great sound system. Looking forward to the Honda reliability. Wish gas mileage was better, but it beats our Suburban hands down!

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  cost/benefit - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By JT - June 15 - 11:43 pm

  I am 6-7" tall and I fit comfortably in my new pilot, even w/sunroof. It is roomier inside than my wifes Range Rover and many of the features better than the Rover (especially the front seat storage layout and GPS viewing. Ride is not as smooth as Rover but it is just fine at less than half the price. Great cost/benefit value. Two other family members just bought pilots and love them.

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  highly recomended - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By harlow - June 4 - 9:46 pm

  We really like this vehicle. It really does hold 8 people! Excellant ride, fun to drive. Best milage so far is 20mpg, but that is driving 75mph. If you have a pavement surface that tends to be noisy, you hear the difference from an Acura or Lexas, but its a LOT cheaper than them. Its just so loaded with everything you could want, and its Honda quality. We could have gotten a few extras(fog lights, tow package, GPS Navigation, or back seat DVD player(the last two are either or, cant have both)but didnt want them.) The V6 engine is certainly lively enough and cruising at relatively high speed is comfortable. We replaced a GMC Yukon and can only say "good riddance.

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  A best buy in my book - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By rcourtney - June 4 - 5:43 pm

  Have had 2 tahoes and though great they need upgrading to justify their price. Honda has a fine product in their Pilot with no charge for many neat features. Particulaly enjoy the quietness! This car is made in USA!; so fit and finish is available in this Country if management insists!

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  Our Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Piloteer101 - June 3 - 11:12 am

  After out 2010 Chrysler Town & Country was totaled we found this beauty on the lot. Its pretty to look at, the paint on this thing is AMAZING. We like that the outside looks small, but theres 8 seats. Its really fun and smooth to drive too. Just wish that you could get DVD entertainment along with Navigation at the same time, not sure why that wasnt possible.

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  Love my Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By soso - May 22 - 4:56 pm

  I love my ilot! It drives very smooth. I have had no maintence problems.