Honda Pilot
The Honda Pilot has had a few touch-ups in the front and rear sections for 2012. In particular, the front grille has been restyled and the cabin has been refreshed. But all versions of this vehicle are still powered by the same engine, regardless of whether you opt for 2WD or 4WD. It’s a 3.5L V6 that produces 250 hp and 253 lbs.-ft. of torque, and it’s paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.
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Test Drives
2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport: Adventure-Ready Family Hauler
2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport: Adventure-Ready Family HaulerThe Honda Pilot is all-new for 2023, but the adventurous TrailSport model that was added to the lineup a year earlier is back and more capable than before. A number of design cues separate it from other Pilots, such as Diffused Sky Pearl body paint and unique badges. Inside, orange …
Pre-owned vehicles
Ranking: Top 20 Most Durable Vehicles
Ranking: Top 20 Most Durable VehiclesGood initial quality and a high level of reliability are two elements that are common in the most durable vehicles on the market. But don’t forget that a vehicle can only last if it’s maintained properly! The American research firm iSeeCars has recently published a new annual ranking of models …
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2019 Honda Pilot: Try to Keep Up
2019 Honda Pilot: Try to Keep Up2018 definitely was a year of SUVs. As these things become more and more dominant within the automotive landscape, carmakers are dishing out seriously competitive offerings to lure consumers into their showrooms. In the midsize segment, the new Subaru Ascent has recently been introduced, and we already drove the new …
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2026 Honda Pilot Gets New Front Fascia, Larger Screens and More
2026 Honda Pilot Gets New Front Fascia, Larger Screens and MoreThe current-generation Honda Pilot is three years old, so it's time for some changes and enhancements. Don't look for anything major, with one exception. On the outside, designers have revised the front fascia: the grille is larger and adopts a new look. The redesigned lower bumper and the large new …
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Honda's 3.5-litre V6 Once Again Under Investigation in the U.S.
Honda's 3.5-litre V6 Once Again Under Investigation in the U.S.U.S. authorities are once again looking into Honda's 3.5-litre V6, raising concerns about its reputation for dependability. Just like it did in November of last year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating approximately 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. Affected models include the 2016-2020 Honda Pilot , …
Recalls
Your Honda or Acura May Need a Brake Pedal Fix
Your Honda or Acura May Need a Brake Pedal FixHonda has announced a recall of just over 15,000 vehicles in Canada to inspect their brake pedal assemblies. Affected models include the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot and Acura MDX as well as the 2021-2025 Acura TLX . Due to a manufacturing error, the brake pedal pivot pin may not have been …
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17,000 Honda, Acura Vehicles Recalled in Canada for Fuel Injection Issue
17,000 Honda, Acura Vehicles Recalled in Canada for Fuel Injection IssueAn electronic issue with the fuel injection system is forcing Honda to recall nearly 300,000 vehicles in the U.S. and around 17,000 in Canada. Affected models include the 2023-2025 Honda Pilot as well as the 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type S and 2021-2025 TLX Type S , all of which feature …
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Honda Mulling Large SUV With Nissan Armada Roots
Honda Mulling Large SUV With Nissan Armada RootsEver since Honda and Nissan officially began talking about a possible merger , speculation has grown but so has criticism. Just ask former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn . While it’s true that the two automakers have similar strengths and weaknesses and that their products mostly overlap, there are some voids …
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U.S. Authorities Probing 1.4 Million Honda Vehicles, 3.5L V6 Again to Blame
U.S. Authorities Probing 1.4 Million Honda Vehicles, 3.5L V6 Again to BlameIs there something wrong again with connecting rod bearings on Honda’s 3.5-litre V6 engine? That’s what U.S. authorities want to know. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation covering approximately 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. after it received 173 complaints and reports from owners. Affected …
Recalls
Airbag-Related Recall Affects Nearly All Honda Models, Some Acuras
Airbag-Related Recall Affects Nearly All Honda Models, Some AcurasA safety issue with the sensor in the front passenger seat is forcing Honda to recall a large number of models and units, including more than three quarters of a million in the U.S. alone. [UPDATE] According to Transport Canada, 66,846 vehicles are affected north of the border. The models …
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These Are the Vehicles Consumers Like the Most and the Least in 2024
These Are the Vehicles Consumers Like the Most and the Least in 2024Sales charts tell you a lot of things, like which vehicles are the most popular among consumers, but not the whole story. That’s why U.S. magazine Consumer Reports conducts a yearly survey to find out the models that people like the most and the least. Its latest rankings are out, …
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Episodes
Motoring TV 2002 Episode 23
Motoring TV 2002 Episode 23Honda intros Pilot 2002 Audi A4 Avant Wagon using proper washer fluid for summer driving Toyota Pod traditional tune-ups a thing of the past Jim Kenzie's memo to Paul McCartney concerning emissions.
Episodes
Motoring TV 2002 Episode 25
Motoring TV 2002 Episode 25Behind the scenes at Volvo Safety Centre 2003 Honda Pilot checking the state of your suspension world's largest motorbike collection added weight can handicap your vehicle's performance "Officer" Kenzie talks Highway Traffic Act.
Video Reviews
Review: 2016 Honda Pilot
Review: 2016 Honda PilotIt was 13 years ago that Honda launched the Pilot, a vehicle it claimed was inspired by a Pelican case and a knapsack. The Pilot has been a boxy mainstay on North American roads since then, but the design has never been much to write home about. Now in its …
