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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  Best Mid Sized SUV - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Gerry Z - April 9 - 8:40 am

  Had a 2002 Envoy prior to the Pilot. No comparison. The Honda is quieter, smoother riding, more spacious and comfortable interior. 10K trouble free miles so far far and has not been back to the dealer for anything.

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  Great SUV - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Michael T. - March 31 - 2:20 pm

  I just bought the Pilot 2 days ago. We replaced a 98 Ford Explorer that was rolled in an ice storm. We looked at the Pathfinder and 4-Runner, but the Pilot had more for the money. It rides more solid and does not have so much of that SUV tilt in the curves. It has a very smooth ride and we love all the features.

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  Best suv ever!!!!!!!!! - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By LKS - March 8 - 12:10 am

  The honda pilot is the best suv ever! A very smooth drive, reliable, tough, excellent quality in engineering. There are no words to explain the quality of this suv, just test drive it and youll understand!

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  Great Ride - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By sfg - February 22 - 3:00 am

  This is a great vehicle. Its reliable, comfortable and fun to drive. Im always confident in bad weather. Best of all it drives like a car but does the work of a truck, accommodating large loads, and lots of kids.

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  Great SUV - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Johnny - January 23 - 2:40 pm

  Only a month into ownership, but so far a great vehicle. A smooth ride, decent handling (great in rain), great stereo and abundant storage and cup holders are all pluses. Also, the leather is of high quality (it actually smells like leather, not plastic). Its not perfect. It would be more convenient if both front windows had express up and down. Also, when the windows are turned off (to prevent children from operating), the driver also is prevented from operating the passenger windows. Finally, the three power points for cell phones, etc. are not powered when the car is turned off. Finally, the sunroof is not express open or close.

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  New Pilot as of April 2005 - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Max G. Mahaffee - December 19 - 3:40 pm

  OK, so I just have 300 miles on my new Honda Pilot EX-L, but I took a 200+ mile trip in it the day after I bought it. It handles well on curvy two lane roads, on four lane highways, or bumpy city streets. All in all, it is a fun vehicle to drive and has lots of little places to tuck away all kinds of things...

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  Highly recommed - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By ppetrey - December 5 - 7:10 am

  Honda has a winner with the "Pilot"! Extremely good handling, hugs the road, good acceleration. Wonderful for travel. Fuel efficient, however as with any other vehicle, could be better. Interior is comfortable and very versatile. Both rear seats are 60/40 seats and completely fold down, cup holders, outlet plugs(for all the kids gizmos)and reading lights through out the vehicle. And last but certainly not least the great safety features! I highly recommend this vehicle!

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  So far,So good - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Vin - December 1 - 3:23 am

  Have owned this truck for 2 months and everything is great.Very smooth and solid ride.Great acceleration when needed however when windows are up in the front and the back windows are down you get a real bad thumping sound which can be rather noisy.

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  Pilot class AA - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By tfxm1 - November 12 - 2:30 pm

  A great vehicle with great road feel and quiet, great performance. its very comfortable and seats eight! My wife loves it!! Easy to drive and a pleasure in traffic

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  Honda Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By lewsandbox - November 9 - 9:23 am

  After owning 3 Ford Explorers I was ready to leave the SUV world, however now that I own the Pilot I could not be more pleased. It is roomier, my wife is pleased with the ride as we often take long trips. She felt that the Explorer was too much like a truck. Unfortunately I am not pleased with the dealership where I purchased the vehicle. A poor service department and despite promises to the contrary no follow through from management.