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4.88 out of 5 stars

Everything is great!!!

Honda Pilot, 08/09/2006
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have had no trouble with my Pilot. I have three kids and was not ready to go to a mini van so I got a Pilot. It was the best investment I have made. The Entertainment package is a must have for anyone with kids!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Smooth

pohboy, 07/08/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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was looking for a Toyota Highlander but saw the pilot and was much happier with it on the test drive. More room and has the features you really need, and not all the extras dealers put on the Highlander. Beware of dealers telling you that Honda is charging them an extra $4 - $5K to sell them, buncha bull, got mine for $1000 less than MSRP after hours of haggling.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Scrooge's Review

pdozier, 03/07/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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First SUV and love it. Gas Mileage much better than most SUVs. Can think of 3-4 improvements (see below). Have a black Pilot..probably would do silver or white next time due to dirt issues. For a first year car, simply wonderful.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

May be simple, but well thought out

Dancy, 02/17/2003
updated 04/24/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After much research we decided to purchase the Pilot. It has great safety features, and enough seating if our kids want to bring a friend along. The rear DVD can be enjoyed and does not block the rear view. The ride is just smooth enough and still very sporty feeling. This suv handles great and feels very tight. With the recent downpour here in So-Cal, we really appreciated the well placed and well thought out controls. Things are where you need them. The window defroster works so fast and the climate control is wonderful.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Looking at Replacement

divers, 05/31/2004
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Researching new vehicles already. Pilot is a let-down. Great value & great protection for me & 5 month old when hit (back driver-side) by a light- runner (40 mph w/$10k damage). The problem - the roof rack piece falling off & after 5 trips to the dealer they can't get rid insane rattling (windows+). My husband hates the road noise & the signature sound rounding corners. After looking at the Yukon and Sequoia, I'm going to miss the storage and my payment. If only...

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5 out of 5 stars

Pilot, Another great Honda

guygm, 02/18/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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One month owner, 4th Honda, currently own 99 CRV, 00 Odyssey, both terrific. Pilot, great room, visibility, interior lights. Ride comfort, and handling great

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5 out of 5 stars

Joy to drive

CK Wong, 09/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This vehicle is just like part of my hands and legs. The control is so smooth.

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5 out of 5 stars

Almost perfection...

Trey Robertson, 07/18/2004
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The Pilot handles the road beautifully. It is easily the best driving SUV I've ever owned. The design of the car creates enormous interior space in a mid-size body. DVD/ Entertainment system is a god send on long drives with small children or with adults who act like small children. Engine is smooth and quiet while providing enough horsepower to easily accelerate at a speed that speeding tickets can become a problem.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great

Pilot fever, 02/21/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Best in its class. Wanted a Toyota Sequoia. For the money, the Pilot wins. Much better at the pump. Just wish it didn't have painted bumpers, one thing I liked about the 4Runner. and CRV. Rides like a Full Size SUV.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fine SUV

Rogers, 09/08/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Overall the Honda Pilot sure beats the 2000 Toyata SR% I traded in for it. Seating is excellant for tall drivers and the visibility is outstanding. Fast, smooth and handles great at Interstate speeds with pleanty of reserve for passing. Miliage is consistantly 20 aroound town and 23-25 on the Interstates. Very stable in high winds. Outstanding for the price.

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5 out of 5 stars

review

Melo, 08/15/2004
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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good

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best Reliability of any car I ever owned

alphatango, 03/02/2006
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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My first Honda was and is a 1995 Accord. It now has 230,000 miles on it and I'm still using it. I was so impressed, I bought my Pilot, and with 80,000 miles on it, it has been in for repairs once---to replace the rear door struts. This is a excellent vehicle.

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5 out of 5 stars

Pilot - More than just a pretty face!

BRAT, 02/21/2003
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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... It's rugged too! I think my Honda history tells it all... 2 Civics, 2 Accords, 1 Odyssey and now a Pilot and I'm only 29 years old. If you are lucky enough to get your hands on one take it. I purchased my Pilot in June of 2002 and most recently, we added an Element to our brood!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Good Job

New Honda Guy, 09/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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New to SUV ownership. It is everything as adverised. Very comfortable. Performance is OK. Gas mileage surprisingly good. Went on 2000 mile trip and it handled like a dream on the highway.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Honda Pilot LX

pmdurbin, 03/11/2003
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The LX has all the features a family needs for comfort including rear AC standard. When you compare the Honda Pilot LX to similar vehicles (Explorer, Trailblazer, Highlander) you can't beat the price for what you get. This vehicle feels very heavy in that the ride feels secure in contact with the road. The Explorer just doesn't have the same weight and feel to it that tha Pilot does. All this and a Honda too...

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5 out of 5 stars

What a SUV

swimmerdad, 11/22/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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What a SUV. Without a doubt it is the smoothest driving SUV on the market. I have had SUV's in the past that would never pass a gas station, this one will! It has all the room any family may need, and with the Honda quality it is the best. If your in the market in Virginia contact the people at Pohanka of Fredericksburg, I have never had a better purchase experience.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Highly favorable review of Pilot

Lawrence Finder, 09/14/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The Pilot rides well for a medium sized SUV. It has good pickup when entering a freeway, and feels more like an Accord than a truck. However, the vehicle requires more stopping distance than an Accord (the laws of physics rule).

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5 out of 5 stars

rhonda's honda

drummermama, 03/11/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I just got my Pilot last week.It is the nicest car I have ever had. It handles like a dream glides as you are going down the road.The interior is extremely well thought out. Many and good sized cup holders that are deep. Rear air/heat. Rear hdphone jacks. Mine also has the dvd player,most enjoyable.Plenty of leg room, I have a 6 foot 4 16 old that says he has plenty of room back there,more than enough head room also. The 3rd row seating has already come in handy, and i like that you can lay all the back seats flat for a nice sized cargo area.Its definately worth buying the Pilot if you are looking for a mid=sized SUV.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Past reviews led us to a great car

bcoops, 02/23/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Bought this car for my wife. This time I gave her the choice. And what a great choice it is. She is in love with her car. I am getting a little jealous because she mentions to her friends how much she loves "Bob." And to be honest the engine purrs and the ride is smoother than my X5. And speaking about luck, our Pilot was sitting on the dealer's lot the day we went there.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Let the snow come!

new-englander, 11/30/2004
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Accepting the fact that this is not a BMW in exterior design, a luxury car in sophistication, or a true off road suv, the Pilot comes very close to ideal. It has a smooth and powerful enough engine to manage tough and icy mountain slopes, maneuvers responsively through winding mountain roads or congested city streets. It handles great in inclement New England weather and it has an unbeatable safety record. It's only a little bit noisy (tire noise) but the engine is barely audible. Oh, and it's handsome enough for the country club and a lot cheaper than that MDX!

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5 out of 5 stars

Solid SUV

MattH, 06/06/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Overall a very solid SUV and supprisingly roomy if your lucky enough to get one. Great family hauler with the benefit of 4WD if needed. So far quality seems excellent. Fairly bland styling but it avoids the plastic frills of a lot of todays SUVS (ie. Trail blazer). All of the benefits of the MDX minus a few dollars.

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5 out of 5 stars

Sure Footed

DaneC, 02/24/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After buying a Pilot in December we were off to Christmas at the grandparents in the Ozarks of Missouri. It snowed a foot while we were there and this thing was awsome on the snow covered hilly roads. Some complain this thing needs more power. I think it has plenty and if you will look at the acceleration numbers you will find that it is far from slow.

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4 out of 5 stars

Getting to like it

tpc, 03/13/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Purchased the vehicle over the phone after calling 5 dealerships and getting the price on an EX-L down $2200. We are paying $398 a month for a 36 months lease-12k miles a year. We put down $1598. The buyout at the end of the lease is $18,200. Very happy so far with the vehicle. It's our 5th Honda. Never any problems. I have a '98 F150 pickup and use it for work. Piece of American crap. Would never consider an Explorer for the family.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2003 HONDA PILOT

BARRY, 09/23/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Navigation System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW HAPPY I AM WITH THIS TRUCK. I WAS DRIVING A QX-4. I WAS ON A WAITING LIST FOR AN ACURA MDX WHEN THE HONDA CAME OUT. I WAITED TWO MONTHS AND GOT A BLACK PILOT. IT IS A SMOOTH RIDE AND THE FOLD DOWN SEATS HAVE WORKED OUT REAL WELL ( THE FOLD DOWN SEATS WERE WHAT GOT ME INTERESTED IN THE FIRST PLACE). THE VEHICLE IS REALLY ROOMY AND HANDLES WELL.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Other than the mileage.......

kerrman47, 03/05/2005
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is a great vehicle. Driving it is fun....I feel safe, and it goes VERY well in snow. Bought the car used, was hesitant at first, but it was the right decision. Not very good on gas, and that is really the only drawback. Honda's certified used program is excellent. My wife has a CRV we bought new in 1999, has 67000 miles on it and it's been in for service once, and that was for brakes. I am a big Honda fan.

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5 out of 5 stars

2003 Honda Pilot, the best vehicle

thezmann76, 06/12/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I am very happy with the new pilot and would recommend it to anyone. It suroasses all of it's competition with flying colors. I currently have 24000 miles on it and have had no problems whatsoever. Thank you Honda!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Honda does it again

SAMUEL, 09/15/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is a great vehicle. I test drove the Acura MDX(which was a good ride) but the Pilot feels more smoother and car-like than its luxury counter-part. Exceleration is great, gas mileage is good, and there's plenty of space for family trips. Great truck! I'm waiting for upgrades, or a full size Honda to compete with the Toyota Sequoia and Nissan (Pathfinder) Armada.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

We like our Pilot

djtommy, 06/26/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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My family of four took delivery of our new Pilot on June 10 and we've put about 600 miles on it since. We had looked seriously at the Acura MDX and decided for the price of a used MDX we could get a new Pilot. The Pilot feels very similar to the MDX. I recently had to do some serious and quick steering to avoid a sports car that was trying to share the lane with me and I was very pleased with the Pilot's response. Fit and finish is quite good. There is plenty of room in the front for my 6.4 foot friend. Middle seats roomy as well. It's nimble around town. This is great alternative to minivans and huge SUVs.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

1st time SUV Owner

TURLIGAB, 08/13/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The Honda Pilot is my very first SUV, but my 3rd Honda vehicle. I traded in my perfectly fine 2000 Accord because there is finally an affordable SUV on the market that rides like a car. A week after I purchased this vehicle, my wife and I drove over 2000 miles roundtrip and into the mountains for vacation. Would drive 5+ hours before stopping - very comfortable and loved the storage space. On this same trip we became the chaufeur of choice at a family reunion - not a problem - tons of room for passengers. I would highly recommend this SUV.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

nice car. happy owner.

acp, 11/26/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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like the car a lot. have owned about 6 hondas now and they have all proven to be reliable and solid. like the interior styling a lot but still getting used to gear shift and backing this big thing up. 8^) being used to a 2000 accord, great outdoor vehicle. rode nicely over field and bumps. liked my salesman, didn't care for the "sales manager". agreed to the deal then said they couldn't do it but then changed their mind again as my wife and i were 2 feet from the exit. typical stupid and insulting sales tactics. no fault of Honda though.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

I can't believe this oversight!

Don Russo, 09/15/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Definately a quality vehicle! Good buy compared to luxury SUVs. Comfortable, spacious, good ride, etc. THERE ARE BUGS!! SEE BELOW!

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4 out of 5 stars

Reliable, Well Engineered, but boring

Fred, 07/16/2005
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I bought the Honda for the ability to car pool kids, take road trips, great value and to know that I have a very reliable vehicle that wont cost me much to maintain. I have not been disappointed. I knew that I was buying a boring SUV in terms of style and performance. Of course, I have typically owned BMW's but the X5 only seats 5. Plus, I would have had to buy a three year old X5 for the price of a new Pilot. A no brainer. I drive my 10 year old BMW 318 ic to work and for fun! The Pilot comes out on the weekends and the evenings when car pools are in order. I highly recommend the Pilot, but dont expect to take those corners at 80. PS:gas mileage has been disappointing 15-16 mixed

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5 out of 5 stars

Honda pilot

Ecko715, 07/15/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have had this SUV for over a year. I love it. It is great. I have only one complaint the third seat is a little too small. An adult or even a teenager can not fit in it. It is made STRICTLY FOR KIDS. If the seat was a little bigger I wouldn't be able to find anything wrong with the car. It has an ample amount of power with great standard features. It is great for the price. You know that the resale value will be high and that it is very reliable because it is after all a HONDA.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The best suv

robert adochio, 08/07/2005
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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i initially considered toyota highlander,lexus 300,4 runner, envoy and acura mdx. thought the acura was the best. this car is the mdx for $10,000 less.after 80,000 mi. i couldn't be happier. reliable, comfortable and fast. (kept up with my boxter in acceleration with my wife driving). i've replaced the tires and brake pads, the inside front door handles and changed the oil, that's all the maintenance. not a squeak from the interior and it pulled me out of a 31 inch snowfall in 4 whl low.i will buy this model again.

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5 out of 5 stars

near perfect vehicle

char baby, 09/27/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The big three only wish they could build the quality, reliability and fun to drive of this vehicle!

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5 out of 5 stars

Go For It

Keyscool, 03/15/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I waited 6 months to buy this vehicle because I just couldn't bring myself to spend that much money. I am so glad that I finally decided to go for it. It is by far the best car I have ever owned.

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5 out of 5 stars

Isn't She Lovely

GO EEZY, 06/11/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I was trying to buy something else and When I finally had enough of being treated like an idiot,I went to the dealership next door. The Pilot was Consumer Reports #1 pick for mid-size SUV. Jeremy showed me how everything was reconfigured inside to make room for some new things,like a real holder for your cell phone & charger,a business card holder & a place for an actual pen! Cup holders & hidden storage galore! The car drove like I was literally riding on a cloud,(maybe that's why they called it the Pilot?) and that's coming from the pot-hole capital of the world!(New Jersey)We love our Pilot,and the wonderful people at DCH Kay Honda in Eatontown!

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5 out of 5 stars

03 HONDA PILOT

STEVE E, 03/16/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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DOESNT LOOK THAT BIG FROM OUTSIDE BUT TAKE A LOOK INSIDE ALL THE ROOM OF A TAHOE OR EXPEDITION JUST MINUS THE TEN INCHES IN THE CARGO ROOM WITH THE THIRD ROW UP ,TIGHT RIDE , VERY QUITE AND WITH ALL THE OPTIONS EVEN IF YOU PAY FULL STICKER IT IS STILL 6000 LESS THAN TAHOE 5OOO LESS THAN EXPEDITION STICKER PRICES AFTER NEGOTIATING ON BOTH THEY WERE AROUND 2700 MORE WITH ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES

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4.75 out of 5 stars

EX-L Pilot

HQ, 07/10/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Best all-around SUV. Smooth and quiet V6. Seats for 8 and flat cargo when 2nd and 3rd row seats are fold down. Muscular and good looking SUV. Wide stance should provide good stability.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Awesome vehicle

Linda, 10/17/2005
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I love this SUV. The only down side is the gas mileage which did not bother me until the prices have risen. It is comfortable, looks great, has been maintance free! People ask me about it all the time and tell me how great it looks. I will never own a GM product again!

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5 out of 5 stars

I love my Pilot

m edwards, 07/10/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This SUV is just the right size for me; not too big and bulky. I like the way it handles around curves and corners. The vehicle is very comfortable on both long and short trips. The interior space is adequate (especially the middle seating area). And the "hooks" that are provided in the rear cargo area really keep the contents of my grocery bags from escaping.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Good value, but you get what you pay for

TXgrosz, 03/17/2003
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Bought an Lx(base) couple of months ago, and in one word it's nice. Decent performance,good handling for a midsice SUV and generally it's been a comfortable,stable and reliable vehicle. With the base Lx model, however, it's short on features. No keyless entry, no window tint,etc. Something you expect when you pay $30K. You get what you pay for, I guess.

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5 out of 5 stars

We love every minute in it!

Chicago Mike, 09/27/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is an excellent SUV! It is so unbelievably smooth. On a recent 400- mile ride it was so comfortable, I wasn't tired of driving at all. When cruising on the highway at 80 mph the cabin was so quiet (at 80 mph the engine revs at barely 2000 rpm). Power: 0-60 mph in 8 seconds!!! These 240 horses can beat many sports cars in stoplight race challenges. Fuel economy is great and the 4WD system is technical miracle. There is a lot of passenger safety features built in (e.g., automatic detection of the size and position of the front passenger, etc.). Headroom is excellent even for Shaq-size drivers and passengers). Legroom in the second row is limo-like.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Great Car

LJL, 09/16/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Rides great, suffiect power, lots of cargo room. Handles well for minor offroad challanges

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4.88 out of 5 stars

First SUV

manuel altonaga, 11/26/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I like this Pilot on most SUV I test drive due to price and over all performance.

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5 out of 5 stars

A good buy

bigD, 09/16/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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We had our pilot for 350 miles when we took a 1000 mile round trip through the mountains of Pennsylvania. We averaged 21.4 mpg. Commuting to work the average is 16.7. I am 6'4", the headroom enables me to wear a hat if I wish. Everyone who rides in the pilot (even in the third seat) comments on the good ride. Areally good buy that won't depreciate quickly!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

New Honda Pilot

beshannon, 09/17/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Navigation System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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We are very pleased with our recent purchase. Lots of storage space, well thought out compartments, very nice interior trim. Ride comfort is excellent, engine is smooth. Nav system is very good although the software is several years out of date. Audio system is good, dash mounted tweeters are a little shrill. Excellent visibility, large mirrors and good over the hood view. We compared ML350, RX330, MDX, Murano, Touareg.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best of Both Worlds

Francomv, 08/14/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is an excellent choice for families looking for a mid-size SUV with a huge cargo are when you only need seating for 5, and the advantage of seating for 8 when the need arises. The interior room, features, comfort, and quality and workmanship are excellent. The engine has just the right amount of "get-up-&-go" for the typical family that needs it in city driving. The 17 and 22 gas mileage I think is better than expected for a vehichle of this size with this kind of accelaration.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Happy Honda motoring

RCM, 11/28/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Overall, we are very happy with our purchase. A couple of things that I have noticed, as have other Pilot owners, are that the leather on the seats tends to get unattractive wrinkles in it quite easily and the paint seems to scratch/chip quite easily. The Pilot is a solid vehicle which provides the room and seating capacity of a van and the versatility of 4WD. On a trip to Colorado right after our purchase, the DVD entertainment system was worth its weight in gold with our two young children riding in the back. We averaged in the low 20's for mileage.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love it

kathyc, 07/17/2003
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The Pilot is awesome -- it rides as smooth as a car and the third rear seat is phenomenal. I went from an Expedition to a Pilot and have never looked back. The third row seat is so user friendly. The car is extremely comfortable inside too. Gas mileage could be a little better. Enjoy.

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