- suv 113,134
- 4,263 below average
- 15,777 great
- Sandy, UT
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- autoshopper.com
- 4,263 below average suv 113,134 gasoline grey automatic
2012 honda pilot review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Fresh styling inside and out. introductionthe honda pilot is a sturdy, reliable suv with ample space, convenient features and the ability to handle whatever weather mother nature might have in store. new for the 2012 honda pilot is a refreshed exterior including an updated front fascia, grille and headlights. Inside, the 2012 pilot gets a redesigned center stack and instrument cluster, updated navigation system and better interior materials. Added sound proofing makes for better noise insulation, and several features that were previously options now come standard on the 2012 pilot. also notable is a slight improvement in fuel economy for the 2012 honda pilot. When hauling cargo, the pilot has enough space to carry a 4x8-foot sheet of building material flat inside. pilot is available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Those who prefer a sportier, more responsive crossover should consider the mazda cx-9. Other alternatives include the ford explorer and dodge durango. Each is offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (4wd). Every trim level comes with the same powertrain: a 3. 5-liter, 24-valve, single overhead cam v6 engine that makes 250 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque, paired to a 5-speed automatic transmission. Although the updated fascia, grille and headlights give the 2012 pilot a more contemporary look, it's clear that this boxy crossover was strictly meant to be functional. Base lx models get black plastic side body moldings and door handles, while ex models and above get these in body color. Foglights and roof rails on upper trim levels add more functionality as well as a sportier look. panel crimps around the wheel openings aid the rugged look without adding width or bolt-on parts that might promote rust. The rear wiper parks off the hatch glass, allowing it to open separately. The top tow rating is a respectable 4500 pounds on 4wd and a modest 2000 pounds on front-drive models. interiorbetter-looking textures and materials flank the inside of the 2012 honda pilot compared to its predecessor. The revised instrument cluster is attractive and easy to read, with a clear background and silver-toned rings. Although the new center stack is less busy than the previous model, it still contains a mind-numbing 45 buttons, including those for climate control, audio, 4wd and navigation. The large, idrive-like button for the navigation and entertainment system is placed near the bottom, which takes some getting used to. Still, it's more user-friendly than the last version. storage abounds in the 2012 honda pilot. A large, deep center console holds plenty of gear, but its cavernous dimensions can gobble up small items and make them tough to find. Front seats offer good support and the built-in heaters get toasty quickly. Passengers get big cupholders back here, too, as well as storage pockets in the doors. The seat cushions for the second and third rows are too low for tall passengers, however, forcing those with longer legs into a squatting, knees-up position. With the second- and third-row seats stowed, storage space maxes out at a respectable 87 cubic feet. Large and bulky items fit with relative ease thanks to the pilot's boxy shape. The cargo area has as assortment of tie-down points and bag hooks, and the cargo floor, equipped with a net, can be flipped up and latched against the third-row seatback to create a basket/shelf capable of holding 22 pounds. There is also more storage below the cargo floor. the cloth upholstery on lx and ex we found to be comfortable in temperature extremes. The cloth is a subdued design with just enough pattern to hide stains that become part and parcel of any eight-seat vehicle. Just like the priciest pilot, door armrests have soft cushioned elbow pads and there's no cheap feel in frequently felt surfaces. driving impressionthe honda pilot's practical image falls short when it comes to performance. There's not much oomph off the line, which we assume is in part to aid fuel economy numbers. It's cumbersome around corners and in tight spaces, especially noticeable in l. A.'s crowded parking lots. Ride quality is compliant and comfortable, and the pilot floats over bumps and chewed-up city roads with ease. Pilot's suspension is tuned softer than that of the gmc acadia and buick enclave yet it leans less in corners than the toyota highlander. For the most part the engine is in the background, never silenced, never rough and never annoying. The toyota highlander and mazda cx-9 perform better in these respects. braking performance felt adequate to us, although some industry tests indicate the 2012 honda pilot requires much more stopping distance than others in its class. Electronic braking aids, inclu. Cruise Control✔ Climate Control✔ Power Seats✔ MP3 Player✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ DVD Entertainment System✔ Navigation System✔ Bluetooth
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