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Used 2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

No Repairs Yet!

Stacy H, 12/28/2008
Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought this car new. It has NEVER had a problem ( besides battery and brakes) I have 80,000 miles. I was hit by a Taurus, I got out of the Honda and could not see a dent, finally I saw it, only $900 to repair (Taurus totalled) These are great cars, mileage could be better, wind noise bad, great product.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Hard To Beat A Honda

rdanderson, 01/17/2009
Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have had good luck with Hondas in the past and this Pilot did not disappoint. It is a very comfortable car to drive. I drive it in the mountains often and it handles the curves and snow very well. I don't find the road noise to be a problem - it is quieter than my CRV. The gas mileage isn't great - about 18 around town - but I knew that when I purchased it. Not a deal breaker for me. I find the cargo space to be quite adequate for my needs; and the heated seats are a definite plus. How about adding a heated steering wheel?

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Honda rocks

abulazeez, 02/24/2009
Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We love this SUV so much, it moves very fast, just like rocket, fun to drive. The 4x4 is very fantastic. I enjoy driving in turbulent off road terrain. It is a wonderful SUV. Will recommend it for every one.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best vehicle I ever bought

Finbarr, Martinez, CA, 10/09/2023
Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought our Pilot in 2004 new from the showroom to accommodate our growing family. Now its l2023 and still going strong. 253,000 plus miles and just completed a 11 hour trip each way to manzanita Oregon. Original engine, & tranny. Only work done is periodic maintenance, alternator, and door lock actuators, and turning rotors. Words of advice- change oil regularly and only use Honda spec tranny fluild. Hope to get 500k on this pilot.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Inconsistent manufacturing quality

wrod, 10/28/2005
Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

After looking at other peoples' reviews it appears that Honda's quality control is on this vehicle is poor. Overall the Pilot has nice features and is a practical SUV. But while others have raved about the power and the mileage, my Pilot has not excelled on either. When it was brand new it had good power and got about 19 mpg (mixed city/hwy) but at about 25,000 miles it started having problems with both. Mileage is now 15- 16mpg and power is poor. It sputters and loses speed at times on a level hwy. I have taken it to the dealer numerous times, and the Honda district service rep has looked at it. According to them everything is "normal". I have owned many Hondas, but this may be my last.

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