Although the 2017 Honda Pilot is a bit smaller than its predecessors, this doesn’t compromise its expected high reliability, safety and resale value. The newest model encompasses a working SUV with an upscale design.
To learn more about the Honda Pilot’s pros and cons, continue reading.
Vehicle Highlights
Vehicle Class
Midsize SUV
MSRP
Starting at $30,595
MPG
20 city / 27 highway
Fuel Type
Unleaded Regular
Seating
7-8
Drivetrain
AWD, FWD
Horsepower
280 HP
Towing Capacity
3,500-5,000 lbs.
Engine Options
3.5 L V6
Body Types
and Trim Options
LX, EX, EX-L, Touring, Elite
Awards & Rankings
- Ranked 4th in Midsize SUVs by U.S. News
- 2017 KBB Best Buy Award winner
- Named one of KBB’s 16 Best Family Cars
- Received Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Award
Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 9 ft 3 in.
- Ground clearance: 7.3 in.
- Height: 5 ft 9.7 in.
- Length: 16 ft 2.4 in.
- Width: 6 ft 6 in.
- Cargo volume: 16.5-83.9 cu ft.
- Curb weight: 4284 lbs.
Features & Specs
Interior
- Cruise control
- Electric power steering
- Front seatback storage
- Front, rear and third row cupholders
- Keyless ignition
- Overhead storage console
- Power rear seat for easy entry
- Rear view camera
- Universal remote transmitter
- Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
- Interior air filtration
- Three zone climate control
- 8-way power driver seat
- 4-way power passenger seat
- Height adjustable driver seat
- Multi-level heating driver and passenger seat
- Manual folding bench third row seats
- Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
- Split-folding rear seatback
- Compass
- External temperature display
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- 1 subwoofer
- 7 total speakers
- Auxiliary audio input and USB connectivity
- Speed sensitive volume control
Exterior
- Alloy wheels
- Temporary spare tire
- 18-in. wheels
- All season tires
- Front and rear stabilizer bar
- 2 one-touch power windows
- Hands-free entry
- Heated mirrors
Safety
- 2 front and 3 rear headrests
- Auto delay off headlamps
- Child seat anchors
- Daytime running lights
- Dual front side-mounted airbags
- Dusk sensing headlamps
- Engine immobilizer
- Front fog/driving lights
- Front, rear and third row head airbags
- Remote anti-theft alarm system
- Stability control
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Traction control
- 4-wheel ABS
- Emergency braking assist
- Rear center 3-point belt
- Rear door child safety locks
- Rear height adjustable headrests
- Ventilated front disc/solid rear disc brakes
Optional
- Leather
- 9-speed automatic
- Road departure mitigation and warning
- Lane departure warning
- Active cruise and lane keeping assist
Is the 2017 Honda Pilot right for you?
Pros
- Lots of room for family
- Great safety ratings
- Excellent acceleration
- Quiet drive
Cons
- Complicated climate and audio controls
- Lack of space behind third row
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