Honda Pilot 2003-2017Change

This SUV has been a great addition to our cars. It is large enough for 8 passengers. Great for vacations or sports trips. Problem: Honda recalled the gear system and we did not receive the recall. When it broke, it cost us over $2500 to fix and Honda refused to cover it under recall. Now that car is older, it is needing more repairs, but overall, it has been a great car.

We purchased our 2006 used, through a dealer. We had a new baby on the way and a toddler already, and figured the extra space would be useful. Well, what we didn't really figure out until later was that, with two car seats fastened into the second row, there's no way to get to the third row...ie you can't pop up the second row seat to get into the third row.
But that being said, we still liked the spaciousness, the room in the cargo area with the third row folded down, ease of entry, etc.
There is ALOT of cabin noise...this is NOT a quiet ride. I'm not sure if that issue has been addressed in newer models or not.
Fuel economy isn't great, but isn't terrible...we get about 22 mpg.

I went to Niagre Falls with my Brother in law and his wife for the week end and i had so much room so did my luggage. i feel asleep on the way there and back because the ride was so smooth i couldn't believe it thanks for making a great car.

I find the Honda Pilot has a good look and doesn't look big but the storage space inside is huge and can fit 7 people. Same storage space and capacity to hold the same number of people like a van but looks trendier.

Honda reliablilty- second to none.

brake job- last over 5 years.
over 195000 kM now.

no problem what so ever.

never get stuck in winter. anywhere any height of snow bank.
just plough thru

gas mileage is not excellent.

My best car so far, we got to 6 digits and i have been driving this car for years. It never once malfunctioned and I find the TV very useful and the controls are very nice

The Honda Pilot is the greatest car we've ever owned. It has a ton of room for both passengers and extra luggage. It makes it easy to go on a road trip because we can bring so much stuff. The seats are very comfortable, even the third row which surprised me. We comfortably fit 2 adults, 2 children under 3 and 2 dogs. I also like how the second and third row get their own air circulation.

Put over 250,000 kms on it and it was still running good. We decided to trade it in because we needed two vehicles. The only negative is that the fuel economy isn't great.

It's a reliable car, very spacious for any families of 5 or less, smooth ride all-around with 4WD, and good if you live up north in Quebec, Canada

It was a great experience to have someone who has a pilot
its agreat car for kids a family it is pretty awesome
it is a great car
i like it alot

live in a winter climate with lots of snow and ice, four wheel drive is really good for these driving conditions car is pretty reliable and nice to drive.

It's very spacious and comfortable. There's plenty of leg room in the back. Love how the back seats can be stored in to create more space for storage. The car is very durable. We got into a car accident a few years back where we were sandwiched inbetween two cars and we made it out safely.

it is really comfortable its performance in outstanding, and the the car has an excellent style, and i really love the car.
the car is really good for family road trips to far places like california.the entertainment system is also really good

it is really good and i just love it. It is really good to drive and is really efficient. It is fun to drive and it also looks good and it is really fuel efficient. I just love how it works.

This has been an excellent vehicle. Only regular service was ever required to keep this vehicle running like a top! It is very comfortable and that' great for long rides. Rear seat is roomy but third row is somewhat tight. Although the exterior styling is rather boxy, it makes for lots of cargo space inside.

Its a great Vehicle for our family of 5.. But going from a CRV to a Pilot in the gas situation.. Its a PIG on Gas.. I spend easily an extra 60 dollars a week on gas.. Just for in town driving, But its very roomy, smooth ride.. :)

We were looking to get a 7-8 passenger crossover to retire our old Chevrolet Venture. The Honda Pilot was our original choice, but we also looked at other options, including the Chevrolet Traverse/GMC Acadia/Buick Enclave, Toyota Highlander and Mazda CX-9. At the end, we ended up going for the Pilot.

The first year or so had a few problems, such as the electronic rust inhibitor failing (there's an indicator for that, which wasn't glowing), but besides those, the car was reliable. It hasn't broken down and has been running for the past 3 or so years that we've owned it.

The performance for the Pilot is relatively good. We towed heavy trailers without much trouble. The Pilot accelerates quickly, but the automatic transmission is slow and somewhat dim-witted, with wide gaps between downshifts. It also has decent handling, but the ride is just far too hard. In terms of fuel economy, the Pilot is half-decent. It can only do 12.3 L/100 km (19 mpg) on average, but can somehow manage 9.1 L/100 km (25.8 mpg) on the highway.

The Pilot looks great on the outside. It has angular styling that makes it reminiscent of bigger SUVs, especially with all that chrome. On the inside, on the other hand, the controls will take a while to get used to, and I'm not so positive about the styling. That greenish-white radio panel is, to me, a confusing styling decision, which doesn't seem to match the rest of the Pilot's dark grey trim. The steering wheel does look great though. I also like the gauges, the white-on-black radio display and seats. Room's great for those in the first row, decent for those in the second row and inadequate for those in the third row

Overall, I think that the Pilot is a good crossover. With a great towing capacity, ample horsepower and good handling, it is a great car to drive. However, there are a few caveats, with a cramped third row, a hard ride and half-decent fuel economy. Besides those, a Pilot would make a great car.

I currently have this car, and it works great!!! Its a four wheel drive with it being automatic and not stick shift. Some cars have trouble with acceleration but not this Honda! Its acceleration is very good especially when getting on the highway. Breaks are fairly good, comfort is really good except that the seats could be made out of better material. This car is great for family since it is safe and family friendly since it can fit a family of eight people. So far nothing really makes this car bad, it will always be reliable especially when off road. This car is totally ideal for not just family but for everyone.

I've had the pilot for 3 years now and have had no problem with it. drove down to Myrtle beach, seats were great, lots of room, decent gas mileage.
would buy another in a heart beat.

Decor:
My Honda started with an amazing interior decor when I first bought it; a light color beige scheme, with a dark blue seats to contrast. The console looks flashy, and the gauges and meters shows the screen perfectly.

Comfort:
The headrest is soft to the touch, the car seats comfortable. My kids prefers the back seat more than the front ones, so I'd take that the back ones are also enjoyable.

Performance:
The wheels are easy to steer, the center console easy to use (once getting the hang of it), and the engines have a nice smooth sound when started. The electrical plugs works perfectly fine, although very slow whenever the car restarts every time.

this is a very good all rounder i have used it on dirt road to cottage and over long trip towing a camper good power good fuel efficency never broke anything all you gotta do is change oil and enjoy

I have loved this car since the day I bought it, will definately buy another Honda Pilot when sell this one. I love that it has 8 passenger seating so I can take my kids and their friends without any trouble. It is also a very comfortable ride with the controls within easy reach. I just love, love, love it and know that anyone else will love it too!!

I've had it for three years and am very happy. I was pleasantly suprised how nice the interior trim was. The space is awesome, with three rows of space and handy little hideaways all over the place. I don't go off-road much, but this truck handles icy roads and hills quite well. The AV kit supplied with the limited trim is a must for families with kids.

The Honda Pilot is a very spacious and comfortable car for the family. It seats 7 easily and can take in more and has room for luggage as well.
It has all the latest gizmos no need to upgrade to the latest technology or whatever.
The car isnt very efficient on fuel but very good for city roads and highways, has been tested on country roads as well.
Overall a very good family car with long lasting value.

We loved our Pilot and found it to be a really reliable vehicle. The extra row was very handy for company or extra kids. It can accommodate up to 8 passengers. Would highly recommend a Pilot.