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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  12 year owner of 2005 exl pilot 200 k miles - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Peter 2005 and 2008 - November 1 - 2:57 pm

  The best bad road handling car and versatile suv in my opinion. 23 mpg at 55 / 21 @75mph. Totally reliable and rust free in Wisconsin. Easy to maintain. Driver seat leather is ripped on the riser panel to the seat pad. Radio is poor. Fantastic suv!

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  My Honda Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By crystal walker - September 26 - 2:26 am

  Its not too big, and not too small. It handles like a dream. I love the ease of the back seats...no seat removal necessary. Need more room? just put the seats down. They nearly flatten out completely. Honda has put a lot of thought and design into this vehicle.

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  Lovin my Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By LASHAE - September 11 - 1:33 pm

  I purchased a Honda CR-V in October of 1998. I purchased the Honda because of its reputation and I needed more room for my 2 growing children. Well this year I decided to make a new purchase, I wanted to keep my CR-V because it was paid for but decided against it for personal reasons. So... I traded it in for my 2005 Honda Pilot. Best decision I have made thus far this year. I am totally satisfied with the Pilot and I plan to make Honda a family tradition for myself and my children. I never had a day of trouble from my CR-V, change the oil , brakes and tires and that was it, I was and am truely satisfied with Honda. Next time I am going to get fully loaded, leather seats, and navigation.!

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  My 2003 Pilot - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Bob - September 8 - 11:10 pm

  My first Honda... wonderful car... interior switch gear is odd: the single stalk to operate the wipers is confusing as I own and operate two other cars.

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  nice, very nice - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By gkh - September 5 - 7:20 pm

  Havent had the vehicle long, but this one is really a treat. Having put a tranny in an ML320 at 110K, decided to hunt for another rig....after mass test drives of everything you could imagine, decided on the Pilot...and absolutely no regrets..this SUV rides better than most upscale cars, great power availability, nice fit/finish and cant wait to drive it tomorrow.

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  I Love This Car!!! - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Melan226 - August 29 - 6:53 pm

  I have wanted the Pilot for over a year now. My husband bought me one and I love this car. It is comfortable and fun to drive. Lots of room inside for the kids. So much comes standard on this car. My only complaint would be that I dont get that great of gas mileage. It said 17-22. I drive streets and only average about 13-14 mpg. WhenI do drive the freeway, I get good mileage. Everything I was looking for in a car.

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  First SUV- best ever - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By Chris - August 8 - 2:56 am

  I have driven many SUVs from Trailblazers to Explorers, this is the best I have come across. It drives like a car not as a major uHaul. Its stylish and its good to go.

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  Fantastic Auto - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By steve blake - July 30 - 5:50 am

  The finest ride for a SUV. Comfort is excellent. A much finer auto than my Chrysler 300. I could not be more pleased with the selection we made for my wife.

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  love it, should have bought one before - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By francisco - July 28 - 8:43 am

  love this suv. have not found a single thing to dislike. its got plenty of cargo space ( roomier than the mdx), which is great since we have a 2 yr old daughter and do a lot of traveling. you could not ask for better performance in a suv and the quality of materials and fit is superb. highly recommend it

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  2005 Honda Pilot EX-L-RES - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By charles - June 28 - 9:23 pm

  First of two new Pilots we own. Bought a 2007 just because of how great this vehicle performs. We are a tall family and like the expansive window area. This one was hit(at 33000mi) in the rear by a 06 Infinity G35x. Totaled the Infinity but only damaged the rear bumper, tailgate, exhaust, driver, passenger seat and cross member. Honda repaired and drives straight as an arrow. Still very reliable at 49,000 mi. Need tires by winter(dealer say most pilots tires do not last this long-We drive city/hwy and mountain roads) Get 20 mpg with air conditioning on or off.