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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  Pilot review - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By rtrnow - December 29 - 2:00 am

  Have only driven about 2500 miles so far, but love this vehicle! It is well engineered and manufactured. Lots of glass amd low cut hood allows wonderful vision. Very smooth engine and transmission. Very comfortable.

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  Pilot great all-around vehicle - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By lookdowntheroad - December 29 - 2:00 am

  We get 25 mpg/highway (70-75 mph), 19 mpg average. Plenty of power, plenty of room in front and middle row, although third row is strictly for kids. Handles well on the highway and secondary roads but its not made for driving fast on back roads. Uses 5W/20 oil, which might be hard to find. Changing the oil filter is a breeze, a first in 32 years of driving. We have the DVD player and the kids absolutely love it. We live on a mile-long dirt road and it handles that well, goes great in the CT snow. All the luxury of the Acura MDX with more room and a lower price.

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  Honda Pilot rocks! - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By RoyMac - December 29 - 2:00 am

  I have had this vehicle for 7 months and it has been flawless in every way.

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  Lousy Gas Mileage - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By jdh75 - December 29 - 2:00 am

  The Pilot seems well made, handles well, and has good features such as 8 passenger seating and fold down seats for carrying bulky loads from home depot. However, gas mileage around town has been terrible- 10 to 12 miles to the gallon is all we can get! Its a gas hog and I would not have bought it had I known of this. The pilot was leased and the dealership changed the sales price(cap cost)between the time we negotiated the deal and when we came to sign the lease. They flat out lied and tried to snow us when we were signing the lease. I would never again trade with this dealership, White Plains Honda.

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  Honda Pilot - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By Punzie - December 29 - 2:00 am

  The 2004 Honda Pilot is a fun vehicle to drive. Though we only bought it a month ago and with 1010 miles on it I would rate the vehicle a 10. The engine is quiet, the ride is very comfortable, the 240 hp engine feels like an engine with a higher hp. Great passenger space that sits 8. Under the hood is a very clean set up of its engine, etc. The leather trimmings quality of work is excellent compared to American made SUV crossovers with comparable features. Overall, I highly recommend the Honda Pilot to motorists who are currently looking to buy a SUV.

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  best suv for its price - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By Mathhew - December 29 - 2:00 am

  this car is great... much better than the toyota highlander.... i love it... i got this car for only 30g... with dvd side bars for the roof rack.... and the side step.....

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  love it - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By cmaners - December 29 - 2:00 am

  I love this vehicle!

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  Its the little stuff - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By sony - December 29 - 2:00 am

  Solid ride, easy to drive, great gas mileage on the highway. Acceleration is surprising for its size.

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  Best SUV Value on the Market - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By Jim C. - December 29 - 2:00 am

  We litteraly drove almost every SUV on the market: Ford, Nissan, Chevy, Dodge, Toyota. In the end, we bought the Pilot for several reasons. When you compare the build quality, features, and long term residual value, especially when you add in the 4WD, it completely beats everything on the market. The ride is outstanding, more like a large comfortable car than a truck, and its wisper quiet. The LX is the best value of all of the models due to the lower initial price, and the same resale value after 5 years as the more expensive models. Plus, the Gray Body side moldings look better!

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  4-wheel Drive Wagon - 2004 Honda Pilot
  By Becca2160 - December 29 - 2:00 am

  Love it. Especially the heated seats. The leather seats are a little stiff, but I expect after a little use theyll loosen up. The dogs love the back end. Dont know about the towing yet, will find out this summer. Plan to do some light off roading in search of a good fishing hole too.