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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  Love my pilot - 2007 Honda Pilot
  By Cheryl - August 15 - 5:23 pm

  I have almost always driven Hondas, have never had any problems with any of them and the pilot is no exception. I traded in my 04 CRV which I loved, was going to get the 07 CRV, but decided the new version was a lot smaller and I wanted something bigger for all my kids stuff. Drives well, quiet, smooth ride, lots of room inside, I have heard lots of complaints about mileage, its an SUV people! I have been getting 20-21 mpg on the hwy, I drive mostly highway with cruise on a lot.

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  A great People and Stuff Mover - 2008 Honda Pilot
  By S Oswald - August 13 - 1:26 pm

  This is my favorite vehicle to drive. Im not sure what is different about my Pilot, but Ive got plenty of acceleration on demand. So much so, Ive caught myself by surprise and squealed the tires while leaving a parking lot. Ive never owned a new car before but I came into this expecting Honda reliability and my Pilot has kept up its end of the bargain. The only parts that have needed replacement or adjustment were minor and the dealer replaced them quickly and under warranty. Fuel economy is better than the EPA estimate with 24 average MPG on the interstate, city mileage is worse at 14 average MPG but I live in a city with quite a few hills.

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  Roar baby Roar - 2009 Honda Pilot
  By Suny - August 11 - 6:11 pm

  I got my first Honda Truck in January. My PILOT EXL 4WD 500.00 a month. I love my truck quiet powerful roomy and well design. I like everything about the Pilot. You get your moneys worth.

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  Happy with Pilot - 2009 Honda Pilot
  By weeboo - August 11 - 1:24 pm

  Weve been happy with our Pilot. Were hooked on the XM radio, love the dual zone climate controls and are very impressed with the overall room of the interior. We were looking forward to having the class 3 trailer hitch, but were sorely disappointed with the fact that just the Honda trailer wire harness is $181 dollars for a 2 foot harness under the bumper(?!). Even more disappointed that the connector under the bumper is a goofy connector that NOBODY carries yet. Happy over all though. Well just wait to buy a harness from someone not trying to rip off a customer for an overpriced set of wires. Happy with the handling, but our Pilot pulls to the right on level ground at constant speed

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  luv it - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By hapeinTN - August 11 - 9:00 am

  Bought it used in 03 with 77k and have never looked back. Its the only car I have ever owned that I can actually drive all day and not have back and leg fatigue. It has performed flawlessly. After hearing others who owned Hondas, rant and rave about their reliability, I now have to agree with them. Two years later and 35000 miles, no issues! Our last car was a Sable wagon which by the same mileage was on its second tranny and numerous other issues. Thanks Honda for providing such wonderful vehicles with such outstanding value!

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  Comfy SUV That Can be Put to Work - 2009 Honda Pilot
  By le hayes - August 9 - 3:54 pm

  I bought my Pilot last winter to replace a Chevy diesel work truck and an aging Chrysler family van. The Pilot does double duty as a business vehicle that regularly tows a 5,000 pound utility trailer and a weekend family cruiser. Very impressed with how well it does both, and Im very surprised to see the engine occasionally described as underpowered as Ive experience nothing of the kind and am very impressed with both the towing ability and quickness from a stop, as well as the highway climbing torque. Id suggest others try locking out the overdrive for most local driving/climbing if they want to see brisker performance. I have 13K trouble free miles to date and am averaging 18-19 mpg.

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  Reliable, Practical, but Boring - 2009 Honda Pilot
  By RyGuy - August 6 - 9:38 pm

  Very Comfortable and spacious. Definitely the best SUV for a family, because you can fit 3 people in both the middle and back rows. The reason we bought this vehicle is because we have two kids in car seats and my wife wanted to be able to sit in the back with them. This is the only SUV we could find that has the LATCH system in the middle seat. So we can put the two car seats together, and my wife can sit on the end. The reason this is handy is so that if others needed to access the third row, you wouldnt have to remove a car seat. That would be a pain! The third row seat is also actually quite spacious for adults. Great family car. The only thing is that its kinda boring to drive.

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  super value - 2005 Honda Pilot
  By butch2u - August 6 - 10:00 am

  did a lot looking at about six dealerships. got my best price at sherwood honda in delray beach fl paid invoice. this suv handles very well.fit and finish is excellant. the only thing that could be better is gas mileage.

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  Purchased to haul grandsons - 2016 Honda Pilot
  By Ray Robins - August 3 - 5:46 am

  Have been impressed with car except I believe the wind noise from the rear doors appears to be a bit excessive. Mileage has been above expectation. Long term mileage is 27.7 mpg. I have learned to love Honda Sensing. My next car for sure will have these options.

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  BEST SUV FOR MONEY - 2003 Honda Pilot
  By yl - August 3 - 2:00 am

  GOOD RIDE - SOFT BUT YOU FEEL THE ROAD, GOOD ACCELERATION ON REGULAR GAS, GOOD STANDARD FEATURES.