the first Honda Pilot was introduced in 2002, as a large SUV with third row seats. There are four different styles of the Honda Pilot available, the base model, EX, EX-L and the deluxe touring model. The two-wheel drive Honda Pilot MPG is 17 in the city and 23 miles per gallon with highway usage. The touring model comes with a power tailgate, and the other models offer a glass hatch.
The safety features have been updated with dual front airbags, airbags in the front, which include a passenger side occupant position detection system (OPDS), curtain airbags in the third row and several security features and sensors for the seatbelts. The Honda Pilot also includes many active safety parts as well such as Electronic Brake Distribution, Antilock Braking System and Vehicle Stability Assist.
The 2012 Honda Pilot is in line for some styling tweaks but won’t change in size or basic design. Should you wait for the 2012 Honda Pilot or buy a 2011 Pilot? Wait for the 2012 Honda Pilot if you wish to confirm that Honda indeed will give this crossover some mid-cycle updates.
Actually, Pilot traces its underskin architecture to the Honda Odyssey minivan. Comparatively lightweight unibody design benefits fuel economy and handling and is what makes Pilot a crossover. Speaking of rims, Honda’s taken the conservative route and equipped all Pilot models with modestly sized 17-inch wheels and tires. Pilot’s top competitors use six-speed automatics, which promise smoother performance and better fuel economy. In Honda’s defense, Pilot’s powertrain response and refinement is already among best in class. Expect all 2012 Pilot models to continue with a choice of front-wheel drive or Honda’s Variable Torque Management (VTM-4). Don’t equate Pilot’s upright-SUV profile with knuckle-dragging driving manners. The 2012 Pilot should retain tow ratings in the upper range for V-6 crossover SUVs, with AWD models capable of trailering 4,500 pounds and front-drive Pilots able to pull up to 3,500 pounds.
The 2012 Honda Pilot is expected to come in the same trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring. Unlike its competitors who offer 18-, 19-, 20-inch wheels, the Honda Pilot onloy comes with 170inch wheels. laid flat.The 2012 Honda Pilot will come with front and rear air conditioning, keyless entry, tilt and telescope steering wheel, and cruise control.
The new Honda Pilot all-wheel drive models will be able to tow up to 4500 pounds and front-drive Pilots can manage 3,5000 pounds.The 2012 Honda Pilot can be expected in showrooms before autumn 2011.
