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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  Love this vehicle! - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By SUVguy - September 23 - 6:30 pm

  This is my first SUV - have only driven sedans until now. Was amazed how the Pilot handles like a car, despite its 4400 lbs! It does seem big behind the wheel, but thats because of its height -- and its not too big to handle -- same length as my old Accord. It gives an unbelievably smooth ride on the highway, and I feel very safe in it. Despite some reviews/reviewers, I love the styling of the exterior. The interior is beautiful too. I am biased toward Hondas, and this Pilot isnt likely to change my mind on that...

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  Daves Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Dave O - September 16 - 11:16 am

  This car is solid and quiet. The quality and reliability is flawless. I have owned this vehicle for 13 months, and have had zero problems.

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  Smooth and Powerful - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Jim Jamison - September 12 - 7:06 am

  This vehicle is an incredible value. We test drove other vehicles in this $$ class that didnt have the overall balance of power, ride and handling quality of the Pilot. I checked out Fords Explorer and Freestyle, Toyota Highlander and Nissan Pathfinder. All were good cars but just couldnt hit that home run I was looking for.

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  Honda knows their stuff - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Honda Family - August 22 - 8:23 am

  My wife and I love this vehicle. We have taken it snowboarding in Lake Tahoe already and it drives up and through the mountains like a dream, it handles curves solid and rides like a luxury vehicle.

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  Pilot won out over MDX and RX330 - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Scubamaniac - August 16 - 12:13 pm

  Got a 2005 Pilot EX-L with every available option which will be installed in the next week including chrome side step runners, fog lights, mud guards, rear view camera, navigation, anti-theft upgrade, etc. All I can say is WOW! My wife and I have done two weeks of research and test drove the Lexus RX330 and Acura MDX and never imagined we would be buying a Pilot. Fully loaded was less out the door then either RX/MDX. This SUV gets up and goes fast and rides smooth! For all the safety features, accessories, incredibly smart interior layout and USABLE third row, why pay more for less? Pilot is a no brainer after driving and comparing to Rx/MDX (actually more comfortable). We are elated.

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  Love our Pilot! - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By sg101 - July 15 - 2:40 pm

  We took our new Pilot for a weekend trip, and it was so nice to have. The ride is smooth and there was plenty of seating and storage. Passengers can easily get in and out of the Pilot, and it sat 7 adults comfortably. The middle console easily held our portable DVD player since we didnt purchase the Entertainment package, and it has plenty of outlets. This is the nicest vehicle we have ever owned.

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  Some things never given a second thought - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Rich Martin - June 17 - 3:40 pm

  I only have vehicle a few weeks but was able to test it in heavy rains, ice and snow. I have been driving 4 wheel drive vehicles for the past 15 years, and this vehicle rates right at the top. Ive tested the rest of the competition in this category and found this vehicle to win hands down in the most important areas to me. It has excellent pick up, great handling in all conditions, and a solid comfortable ride. etc.,etc.,etc.

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  My Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Candi Nordhage - June 12 - 9:40 am

  This vehicle has power when needed. I hit a deer on the highway and the car took the brunt of the impact; I hardly felt it. It didnt look very good until it was fixed but drove great.

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  cool honda pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By john shmon - March 21 - 10:00 am

  i love it, it is so much fun to be in. we drove from arizona to virginia in it very comfortably

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  Excellent - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By FVELASCO - March 21 - 10:00 am

  I did the research and did the test for different Mid-Size SUVs and I dont regret at all. I have two friends who bought Chevrolet and Ford, and after a year they are thinking to switch to Honda Pilot. Space, Interior and performance are exceptional... very good relation Price/Benefit.