Overview & Reviews

Since its launch for the 2003 model year, the Honda Pilot has helped shape the market for crossover SUVs with three rows of seating. Offering V6 power, respectable fuel economy, a comfortable ride, plenty of interior space and seven-to-eight-passenger seating, the Pilot is exactly the kind of vehicle that appeals to growing families who are leery of traditional minivans. Other crossover SUVs might be sportier to drive or more stylish on the inside, but Honda's three-row crossover appeals to your practical side and packs in a lot of functionality.

Choosing a Pilot is straightforward, as Honda packages equipment in a few basic trim levels rather than offering countless options. Regardless of the year, all Honda Pilots give you three useful rows of seating and lots of storage slots, though early models are smaller and aren't quite as accommodating for teenagers in the third row. Cargo capacity has also increased over the years.

User Reviews:

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  My Pilot - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By jann - September 26 - 10:00 am

  I love my pilot, I always had Hondas and was actually going to buy the Honda van. Though I decided to wait to see the Pilot since it was coming out that week. Its just my family needs. Everywhere I go people ask me about it. I think I might of sold a few on my own. Ive been in parking lots showing how the third seat works to people. My kids call it the "White Beauty" Thanks

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  Well-Rounded Anything Hauler - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By Boarder Guy - September 26 - 10:00 am

  The Pilot is a very capable vehicle on the road and adequate in most instances off-road. It doesnt have anywhere near the standard list of features that my Land Rover did (i.e. integrated factory hitch, rear mud guards, interior rear cargo cover) and it cant be purchased with other features (such as electronic traction control and front seat heaters) but.... It can handle almost anything we can put into, onto or behind it. It has good torque from 2,000 rpm up and gets great mileage on the freeway. Nuf said.

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  I LOVE MY PILOT - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By TONIA - September 26 - 10:00 am

  AFTER OWNING AND DRIVING MY PILOT FOR THE PAST 8 MONTHS, I HAVE NO COMPLAINTS. ITS VERY FAMILY FRIENDLY AND I CAN HAUL LOTS OF LARGE ITEMS IN IT, SUCH AS FURNITURE. THIS PAST WEEKEND I HAD TWO SETS OF BUNK BEDS AND MATTRESSES IN IT AND THE DOOR STILL CLOSED! THE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM I STILL NEED HELP WITH, BUT THEN I CANT SET THE VCR AT HOME YET EITHER!

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  GREAT SUV - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By lruperto - September 26 - 10:00 am

  GREAT TO DRIVE VERY RELIABLE

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  Honda Pilot 2003 - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By Kelly Mock - September 26 - 10:00 am

  My favorite car Ive ever owned.

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  plain jane for the average joe - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By mr.x - September 26 - 10:00 am

  hondas reputation was a huge factor while considering suvs. and i owned an acura integra 13 years with few problems. 3rd row seat much too tight for adults to squeeze into and styling is, at best, generic. i liked the styling of the highlander better but i felt honda offered more for the buck. rides great, leather seats super comfy, but i feel the engine could be a tad peppier- it seems to slightly wheeze under acceleration. but for the money, you cant beat it

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  Family SUV - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By maus - September 26 - 10:00 am

  i really like the speed and performance of the pilot. the interior looks very elegant and luxurious but the exterior looks sporty.

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  Pilot the Pilot - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By Matteo - September 26 - 10:00 am

  Without question this is the best riding vehicle we have ever been in. Roomy and comfortable for trips and hauling large items. Very easy to maintain the interior.

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  PILOT AFTER 1 YEAR - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By D.R.FAZEL - September 26 - 10:00 am

  COMFORTABLE QUIET DEPENDABLE ITS A HONDA,WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY OTHER SUVS COST MORE, SOME COST LESS,SOME ARE AS GOOD,BUT NO MATTER WHAT THEY COST, THEIR STILL NOT A HONDA.

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  EXCELLENT VEHICLE - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By Lu Henderson - September 26 - 10:00 am

  WE TOOK THIS CAR AROUND THE USA (6,000 MILES) WE NEVER GOT TIRED OF RIDING OR DRIVING MY HUSBAND GOT IN A CONVERSATION WITH PEOPLE WONDERING HOW WE LIKED THIS SUV EVERYTIME WE STOPPED...IT BEATS THE SOX OF THE LINCOLNS THAT WE USED TO SWEAR BY... THE ENTERTAINMENT CENTER IS A MUST FOR US WHEN TRAVELING WITH THE GRANDCHILDREN. WE WILL DEFINITELY BUY ANOTHER HONDA PILOT...