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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  Great family S.U.V. - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Ryan Buurma - August 20 - 11:26 pm

  This S.U.V. is bigger than it looks. The seats are very supportive and comfortable. The rear fold down seat is very handy. When the rear seat is in use, I found it to have as much leg and head room as our 2003 Toyota Siennas rear seat. It has good acceleration for a v-6. Surprisingly it handles like a car. The Toyota Sequoia is a great car and probably looks a little better but the Pilot has a fold down seat which the Sequoia does not and there is not much difference in interior space.

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  New Oilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By philo - August 18 - 10:30 am

  Car has fantastic pickup to the point I find myself frequently over the speed limit, yet handles more smoothly than most cars Ive driven.

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  Happy with my purchase - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By FJT - July 22 - 10:53 am

  I just got my Pilot at around end of August. I really am happy with my purchase so far. The ride is quiet and smooth even on freeway. It also fits our needs. I like the fact that it is so versatile & roomy. For the most part, i love the improvements Honda has added to the 05 models. (i.e. EBD(electronic brake distribution), VSA(vehicle stability assistance), sunroof, more horsepower (15 horses more than previous models), TPMS(tire pressure monitoring system & lots more. I just think there is still room for improvements but other than that....EXCELLENT SUV!!!

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  Honda Got It Right - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Jax101 - July 19 - 5:56 am

  This vehicle puts the "sport" in SUV perfectly. Very fun to drive. Plenty of room, numerous safety features, a great design, and very practical. Add that with Hondas build quality, and the fact that Hondas hold their value so well, and you really cant go wrong. Cheaper than a 4-Runner, and better than the rest.

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  Best of Class!!! - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Craig - July 16 - 9:33 pm

  No buyers remorse with this purchase! Amazing acceleration for such a heavy weight vehicle. Many complaints about mileage but what can you expect for 255HP with 4400lb. Great alternative to the true large scale SUVs for passenger and cargo capacity. I dont consider this an SUV as ride, suspension, wheels, etc are geared toward a car chassis. I kept my 4Runner, body on frame construction, for off-road ventures.

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  best of all suv - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By mariio - July 11 - 8:10 pm

  i love my pilot ,its great suv fun to drive , i never had one problem from day one its a honda so its good and it hold very good value nicely build the most room for the money i had 8 people going to fl from nyc it was fun nobody said that it wasnt roomy. its a great truck overall and im going to buy another when time comes thank you honda

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  Be Your Own Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By PMS - June 6 - 9:06 pm

  The Pilot has it all...plenty of room, solid handling and great reliability. It handles just as easily as a car so those who dont like the typical truck handling of an SUV have nothing to worry about. It has met all of my expectations.

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  Powerfull fun car! - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Pilotman08 - June 5 - 6:21 am

  This car is amazingly smooth. I bought mine new and it has never had problems. The ac went out once but thats about it! The 3.5 vtech v6 is very powerful and quite fun when you dig your foot down. Good acceleration off the line. Gets to 60 miles per hour from a dead stop in around 7 to 8 seconds. I live in denver and this car has no problem trudging around in the snow. The all wheel drive system works magically! I recommend this car to anyone looking for an suv thats reliable powerful and fun.

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  Value!!! - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Chris Mehler - June 3 - 1:23 pm

  I traded a 2002 BMW X5 for a 2005 Pilot EX with leather and DVD. The Pilot is everything the X5 was and then some. Great handling, performance, and ride. Way more comfortable than the Bimmer! Hondas technology is absolutely cutting edge without the price tag of the traditional high performance cars. Buy it today!

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  So far so good - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Daddy-O - April 28 - 10:50 am

  upgraded from a Taurus wagon - love the fit and feel. great pick-up on acceleration, steering and road handling is very stable. Steering is a bit light (not much to turn this beast!) love the flxible interior - oh and by the way - better fuel economy than the ford!