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 new honda - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By susan gilmore - March 19 - 2:00 am

  I love this SUV! It has tons of room. We have 2 boys in booster seats and we have plenty of room to bring 2 of their friends in booster seats. It has a lot of power. A huge windshield so I can see a lot of the road.

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  Mountain Test - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By lmschiele - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Jan 11,2004 I pulled a fullsize conversion van up a hill, they began to go down realizing it was covered in ice. Hooked toe rope up and with no problem brought them to safey. This Pilot is really being tested here in snow and all condidtions, I am builder so off road is regular. Have towed 6 vehicle since owning. Coming out of big 4x4 diesel duelly truck, could go anywhere, well this Pilot it has not limited me.

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  Awesome ! - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By RKD - March 18 - 10:00 am

  I put down $500 for the yet to be named Honda SUV 6 months ago. Seldom are expectations met to this degree!!! Finally, car peope and truck people can both agree that this is one awesome SUV. The quality is fantastic, drives as a truck but ride is like a car, value for money in even paying MSRP is just great (dont believe all the people poo-pooing the missing sunroof - thats a $1,000 saved in my opinion). My dealer tells me in three months they expect a 12-18 month wait list !

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  After 1st week - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By Sandherc - March 18 - 10:00 am

  The Pilot is an attractive, versatile "suburban" SUV, geared for highway/city travel. It is larger than most in the mid-size class. It has a car-like turning radius & great pickup. Honda has added so many "little features", like shoulder straps for middle passengers, lots of cargo net hooks, hidden storage, 4 power outlets, 9 beverage holders, storage compartments everywhere. Have not yet tried 4WD feature. Have not travelled in rear seats.

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  Family Vehicle - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By AKAY - March 18 - 10:00 am

  Great Vehicle for family outings. Children love the entertainment system. Getting to the third row seat may be difficult for adults, should be ok for kids though. Good job as usual, Honda!

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  perfect SUV - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By robduck - March 14 - 10:00 am

  just got the new pilot. i have been a honda fan/ owner since the days of the first hatchbacks and this SUV is just about perfect. my extremely-hard- -to-pleas ewife had grown tired of my honda preference, but ALLOWED me to purchase the car - she loves it. - no complaints at all.

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  Get One - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By Mark99 - March 12 - 10:00 am

  This is definately a Honda. Perfection all the way through.

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  Excellent SUV - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By Steve Wolfe - March 12 - 10:00 am

  Good ride, better gas mileage than comparable SUVs and Honda reliability make it a winner.

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  youll love it! - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By catbert - March 12 - 10:00 am

  My first SUV. Lots of room, comfortable 1st & 2nd row seats (havent tried 3rd row yet), lots of leg room, easy to see out sides/back when turning/backing/changing lanes. Not as sporty as MDX (my initial first choice), but I am definitely pleased with my purchase. DONT pay over MSRP. You just need to call around, but you can find one for sticker! Did I mention comfortable?! Kids will love DVD and plugging in their PS2 or other game system. I have a recently built Pilot (mid-Aug), and it seems the problems earlier owners were having are being corrected immediately on the line. So far, no problems here!

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  love the car - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By dmkr - March 12 - 10:00 am

  Just bought this car in June 2002 and really love the space, fits and finishes and handling. Feels inside like a very big car but the footprint for parking and driving is mid-size. Quiet driving too.