2004 Honda Pilot Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.66/5 Average
551 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Leather-equipped EX models get heated seats and side mirrors as standard equipment. Honda has improved the navigation system this year with a larger database, and all models have improved walk-in accessibility to the third-row seat. All Hondas have a seatbelt reminder system added for 2004.

Pros:
  • Roomy interior with eight-passenger seating, versatile storage and cargo-hauling abilities, many standard features, comfortable ride.
Cons:
  • Mediocre towing capacity, feels big behind the wheel.

User Reviews:

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  • Mountain Test - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    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.

  • perfect SUV - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    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.

  • i love my pilot - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    i love this suv.the ride and style.the tan interior look so nice with the red.i soooooo please.the dealership was so nice and pleasant.south shore honda ny.

  • Lots of room! - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    Lots of room, good gas milage, plenty of storage compartments, 9 cup holders. I have a bad back with 3 lower disc herniated and the comfort of the seats are unmatched. I would highly recommend this suv to anyone looking for a mid size car.

  • Fun to Pilot - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    I am 62" and I fit in the Pilot. I did not fit in the Subaru. I liked the Subaru Wagon but after an hour of driving I started complaining. We wanted all=wheel and I wanted to be comfortable. The Pilot was perfect and I love the interior design. Pilot handles like a sports car. My commuter car is a 1987 Honda Accord w/187000 and it is more comfortable than the Subaru. I keep my vehicles for a long time and I purchased the Honda reputation. My 87 Accord has always started on the first time. My expectation is very high for the Pilot.

  • Best car I ever owned - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    In on word WOW!

  • First 1000 mile thoughts - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    I am impressed so far. Great value for what it costs (if that is possible these days). Compared to Envoy, Trailblazer, Ranier and others. Lots of room all around inside with great storage. Nice and quiet, well built and tight. Handles like a dream. It takes on the rough roads with ease. Seats are a bit stiff and made my butt sore after 8 hours of driving. Generally great appointments in the interior. No big bells and whistles which keeps the price down. The 5 spd tranny is super smooth. Engine is adequate, another 10- 20 HP would be nice. Hoping for mid 20s on gas. Had 21+ and 23 so far.

  • Will buy again! - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    The 2004 EX-L has most of the features you would want. The controls are smartly designed. Mechanically, the transmission is smooth and the engine well matched to the car. Quality of design and build is very high.

  • Quiet Strength - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    I have never driven a vehicle with such a smooth ride and transmission. Fuel economy is not the best, but it does beat the Suburban I traded out of. The Pilot does a nice job of getting my family and my stuff where we need to go.

  • Honda Pilot - Unsurpassed Value - 2004 Honda Pilot
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    I have owned a 2003 MDX for about a year. I just bought a Honda Pilot EXL w/ DVD for my wife. While I absolutely love the way my MDX looks and performs, after driving the Pilot for a few days, I am convinced that my wife has essentially got the same quality and performance from her Pilot for about $9000 less. So, far the Pilot has been very impressive in terms of the driving experience, its looks, its build quality, thoughtful design, fuel economy (it runs on regular v/s premium for MDX), and passanger and cargo capacity. I would have liked a bit more power (it has 240hp, but even without that it is real close to PERFECT.

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