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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Ride!

Proudmom, 07/08/2008
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I had a ford explorer before but the Honda Pilot is better by far. It has more room and it rides smoothly. I am so glad I bought this car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Suprising Combination

mkell, 07/16/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Navigation System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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For me the Pilot is a great vehicle. It drives like a honda sedan, fits more kids than a minivan, and provides 4x4 where it's needed. It has great safety features. Also, something that I have not seen enough of is commentary from owners of the gps navigation system. The gps navigation system seems like it might be just a novelty, but it has been incredibly accurate and helpful all around town. Getting to someone's home, finding that restaurant, etc. Getting you home after scooting around all day. It really takes the pain out of driving through a large urban/suburan area. I do not think I will ever have another car without one.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome SUV

Newowner, 10/18/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After just a few days this car seems perfect. Rides, handles and goes great. Surprisingly quick and extremely comfortable. I love mine!

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3.38 out of 5 stars

This is not an

ewc, 07/08/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have owned an Acura MDX for 5 months which I absolutely love. As a result, I ordered a Pilot. I was surprised at the $31K price, which is within $4K of my MDX, despite the fact that the Pilot has no sunroof and 1 year/14,000 miles less warranty, etc. The exterior looks like an oversized CRV. The quality of the interior was not even in the same universe as the MDX (too many things to list, just compare for yourself). It did drive comparably to the MDX. In my opinion, the Pilot is a total rip-off compared the MDX. Before you buy a Pilot, check out the MDX. We ended up with a new Sequoia for only $750 more.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

A Great

copilot, 09/17/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I bought it for it's great all around utility. It has a lot of interior room and a lot of thoughtful storage and tie- downs. I wanted a reliable, safe and useful "utility" vehicle. It isn't as quiet or luxurious as an Acura or Lexus; but I wasn't willing to spend the extra money to obtain this additional quiet or extra "plush" interior. It rides very carlike, handles well for it's size and, if it turns out to be a typical Honda in reliabiltity, I will be happy with it. For it's price range I think it is great vehicle.

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5 out of 5 stars

WHAT'S NOT TO LOVE?

kigasman, 06/17/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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My wife talked me into getting a practical car. I was very sceptical being used to BMW or AUDI--but I just grow to love it more and more. Great power, decent handling, supurb layout of gages and controls. To be fair I only have 400 miles on it but there is NOTHING I wish was different yet, exccpt maybe a stiffer suspension. My son can't rave enough about the DVD and rear stereo options. We used to never take my BMW 750il as a family, we always took the surburban--now we only use this thing!! Thanks Honda!!

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5 out of 5 stars

Get smart-get Pilot!

sgershfeld, 09/19/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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If you want to get a car for your family, but not a minivan than you definitely should consider oversized SUV with third seat. For me choice of "PILOT" was easy- I trust Honda on reliability and quality (my other Honda has 250.000 miles). Super slick, very detailed interior design. Even though it doesn't look huge from outside, it is very roomy inside! Smooth ride! Just one little thing I did not like: floor mat at driver side doesn't cover all surface- so I had to put an extra floor mat over the top.

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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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5 out of 5 stars

the pilot

atony, 10/24/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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rides, drives and handles very well. comfortable seating,no bone jarring experiences like we have endured with other suv's. sits up high, great view.only vehicle i have just enjoyed driving in a long time.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Pilot is predictablily reliable

pilot rocks, 05/31/2008
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After one year ownership no problems at all. Not even minor. Safe, rides great, plenty of power and room for kids, parents and grandparents.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wonderful to Drive!!

sperlsco, 10/24/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I've owned my pilot for a little more than a month now. I compared it to the Pathfinder, Highlander, Expedition, and Mountaineer. The Honda offered the best combination of size, looks, ride quality, and reliability. Most of all, it offered the best value. I actually purchased mine for $500 under sticker. I miss some of the bells and whistles from my Jeep Grand Cherokee (auto lights, auto-mirror, auto door-locks, memory seats, heated seats, awesome sound system), but the ride of the Honda more than makes up for it. I hope to love my Honda enough to be a life-long convert.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Pilot is worth the wait!

RobertK, 06/06/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I had originally set my mind on the GMC Envoy XL, but we were very impressed with the Pilot ride quality, it seemed more composed than the GM SUVs. I thought that the Envoy would feel more powerful, but I was wrong, the Pilot's 240 hp is more that plenty, even with my wife, the salesman, and our 3 kids inside. The VTM-4 All Wheel Drive seems to work great so far, though we have yet to use it in snow, etc. The fuel economy has been 18.2 mpg so far. (Used to get 13-15 in my Grand Cherokee V8) The seats are very comfortable. I paid about $3500 less for the Pilot than I would have paid for the 3 row seat Envoy XL.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

New Pilot Envy of Odyssey Owners

the Pock, 06/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After purchasing my Pilot last Friday, many of my Odyssey neighbors told me they wish they would have known or waited. Two of my neighbors have recently changed their plans from the Odyssey to the Pilot. With all of the seating, and 4WD, it is the best of both worlds. Minor problem. Latch for back stowage does not stay down. Will be replaced under warranty.

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5 out of 5 stars

great suv

cmc, 07/16/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is by far the best vehicle purchase we have ever made. It has more than enough passenger and cargo room. The engine has plenty of horsepwer. I highly recommend the Pilot.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Vehicle

bill sinsabaugh, 10/25/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is my 1st Honda. I have had previous SUVs which rode and drove like trucks. This Pilot rides like a big car and has more than enough inside space. I am 62 and so far I think this is the best vehicle I have ever owned

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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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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

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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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

The Ultimate SUV

innovation1, 09/30/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After an exhaustive search and countless hours or SUV research I recently purchased the Pilot EX-L in RedRock Pearl. After only 4 months weeks I have come to the conclusion that this might have been my smartest purchase to date. I call it the ultimate SUV but in essence I could call it the ultimate transportation. The interior is comfortable enough to be your family sedan and it's big, handy and thoughtful enough to be an alternative to a minivan. There's nothing not to like about the Pilot. The only real competitors for the Pilot are the Toyota Highlander and the Acura MDX.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Family Car!

NJMOM, 07/11/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Honda has come through once again with a practical, family friendly, fun to drive vehicle. My three kids fit comfortably in the second row seat and we have room for their friends when we need to with the flip up third row. I am grateful to no longer drive a minivan. Just watch out for dealer mandatory accessory packages that are unneccessary and make it more costly than it should be. I have the EX with Leather and the DVD and its perfect as is without any accessories!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Off /road Machine

bbnet, 06/19/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Just did initial 600 mile test run in Mts. of Western North Carolina. Very smooth on highway, a little too much body roll in curves(used to bimmer) This is a serious off-road vehicle , It was toe to toe with a landcruiser but the Honda was much more smooth. Great fun and comfort off road. With DVD, the ultimate small family machine. For now,the havasu blue , one of the best looking vehicles on the road today.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great car, great buy

MollyB, 10/09/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The more I drive this car, the better I like it. It provides good sized cargo space and good quality for the price. The Pilot is well thoughtout and very well put together.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

ONE MAJOR FLAW: SEAT COMFORT

ThomasH, 10/30/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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First: Mankato Honda was great to work with. Seat comfort is a serious problem. Never had a problem with my Civic or Accord on any length trip. Pilot is a totally different story. Lower back pain develops after about 20 minutes. I took my family on a 2 hour trip. I had said nothing about my discomfort to my kids because they were so excited about the new Pilot. My 13 year old got out, arched his back, and said to his brother, "My back is killing me."

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5 out of 5 stars

GREAT SUV

Jose M, 06/05/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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HONDA HIT A HOMERUN WITH THIS PILOT

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5 out of 5 stars

Thrilled thus far

formerfordfan, 07/16/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Loved our Accord, so we looked at Pilot when the time for new vehicle arrived. Bought for MSRP with no hassles. Have averaged 18 City and 21-24 on highway (65 - 80 mph). Unbelievable gas mileage for 4400 lb. SUV with 240 HP. Plenty of room, quality workmanship, and nice driving feel. This is a good alternative to a minivan (which we had) with no apparent loss of MPG and the benefit of 4WD at similar cost. Considered the Explorer and Sequoia, but the Ford experience with our Windstar left us leery and we didn't need the cost or low MPG of the big Toyota.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

No Complaints

Little Goda, 11/01/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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While the Pilot's not the most flashy SUV on the market, it's certainly the best. It has a solid feel, with a comfortable ride. Quality all over - My first Honda, and I'm hooked.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Average

CoolDude, 10/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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1. There is not enough legroom for the third seat. Even the second row does not move forward so to adjust the legrooms between 2nd and third seats 2. The wheel base is not so wide which is essential for SUVs whose Center of gravity is generally eccentric. 3. There should be heated seats 4. Front passanger seat should be automatic 5. The vehicle should have Trip computer 6. Very very expensive (Dealer was asking $500.00 more than MSRP) 7. Dealer negotiatation is a pain. It is too much for a new SUV which is yet to prove itself on the SUV race. 8. The left foot rest location is under the parking brake making you

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5 out of 5 stars

The BEST SUV!

JoeF, 07/15/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Almost bought a Highlander. Glad I waited!!! Far better, more room, more power, handles better...read the reviews & test drive. The interior and exterior are beautiful, not a cutsey car that you woul dbe afraid to get dirty. Great Power! Great Room! Great Build Quality! Great Handling!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The BEST SUV for the EVERYDAY GUY

PilotFan207, 10/21/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Had it for about 2 months now 2000 miles - no complaints. smooth engine and interior quality is good. Checked out Trailblazer and Explorer (Those 2 can't beat this SUV in any category) The styling was bland in the beginning but it is growing on me. I love the 8 passenger feature (although rear is more for 7) and lots of cargo room. Drives like my acura 3.2 TL -smooth.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Well Done Honda

karimaboy, 06/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot LX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Driving the pilot now for 2weeks. No problems yet. Thanks god. It is well done in and out. The ride is very comfotable and the front seats are huge.

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5 out of 5 stars

thank goodness for honda

ckrich, 10/22/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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What a nice surprise after two Jeeps---I am hoping the reliability will compare to the two Hondas I had before the Jeeps, especially my '99. That was a very bad experience!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Hard to Beat

Shawn Evans, 07/16/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Navigation System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Plain and simple. There is nothing in even close to this price range that offers what the pilot does. Handles wonderfully, firm ride, great acceleration, great interior. I did a great deal of shopping before I bought and was very suprised how far above the others this vehicle was.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Annoying Rattles and wind noise

1SmoothTE, 11/06/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Let me first say that Honda's rock, however I should have known better to buy a 1st year Vehicle. We have a annoying rattle coming from the passenger front window as well as something rattling in the passenger side dashboard. It is going into the shop in 2 weeks. Gas mileage is okay and the 240 horsepower is nice, but the 03 Accord has the very same enginge! Why would you put the same engine in your SUV? It should have a 280+ HP enginve. Just my .02!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Happy move from Lexus to Honda Pilot

DeniseP, 10/25/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I loved the Lexus RX, but needed more room and a lower car payment. I am not a minivan mom and wanted an SUV that drove smooth and looked good, but am turned off by the "truck type rides". I drove the Pilot and loved it. Now, I don't know how I would have even fit my visiting familiy, kids and their friends in another car. Do I miss the luxury of the Lexus? Yes, but not the higher car payment for the smaller SUV that barely seats 5 passengers. And, the kids love the extra seats and the features...lots of cup holders for the thirsty soccer team. Just go get one!

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5 out of 5 stars

Honda Pilot

BrianK, 07/17/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Purchased on July 4th and have been very happy with this vehicle. This is our third Honda vehicle. The ride is better and quieter than our 98 Accord. I have to hand it to Honda - this vehicle is AWESOME. Recently took a vacation to South Dakota and checked fuel economy. Averaged 18.4 mpg in the Black Hills area (176 miles driven on 2 different days)and averaged 23.89 mpg on highway and interstate driving in Western Nebraska and Kansas (1846 miles total). There are some steep grades out there and the Pilot had no troubles whatsoever.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Mid-size SUV around

Mochisushi, 11/01/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Excellent vehicle. The latest of 12 Hondas I have owned. Great acceleration, even through the mtns. City~18mpg, Hwy~22-24 mpg. Have four kids and wanted SUV (in addition to our 99 Odyssey). No problems so far (8K miles.) Typical high Honda quality. Quietest Honda I've owned. Can't beat quality, reliability, features and price (even at MSRP). Can't put a price on dependability when the family is in the car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Saved me from the Mini-Van

Informer, 06/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I had been following this SUV since Honda first announced its release earlier this year. With a growing family a larger car was a necessity. My wife wanted a Mini-Van, while I the me image conscious of us wanted something with a little more style.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

best in class

sepat2b, 07/17/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After reviewing and testing a few other SUV's I purchesed the Pilot and love it we travled 2400 miles the week after recieve the vehicle and everything was great

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Car lovers' SUV!

BKiser, 11/04/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Needed a larger vehicle for a growing family. Test drove EVERY midsize SUV out there. Some were too small- RX300, Highlander, Pathfinder. Others were still too much truck- 4Runner, Trailblazer, Explorer. Pilot is the PERFECT size. Not cheap, but still a good value at sticker. DVD player is great!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

awesome suv

dicks, 11/05/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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just returned from my first road trip- freeway and oregon coast, far superior to my 99 Grand Cherokee and almost as much fun as my audi quattro.

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5 out of 5 stars

The Perfect SUV

BuffaloNY, 11/05/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This truck is a dream come true. It rides more like a car (being a Honda Accord / Odyssey underneath w/unibody construction) than a truck. It seats five comfortably and an extra three in the way back 3rd row comfortably, but with tight legroom. Lots of great cargo space. Lots of elbow room. Great seating position, comfortable front seats. Ergonomics can't be beat. Lots of handy cubbys in which to stuff stuff.

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5 out of 5 stars

Rolling in New Pilot

foodsalesguy, 06/06/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Excellent! Best all around value for fuel economy/cargo/passenger seating available. Rides like a car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love My Pilot

joey8544, 06/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This vehicle is awesome! It is very comfortable and rides great.

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5 out of 5 stars

IT'S TIME TO OWN THE HONDA PILOT!

ASAP PILOT, 07/18/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I bought my Honda Pilot in Portland on the 10th of June.I have drove about 800 miles with it since;from Portland to Crater Lake and back.I have been impressed with this vehicle alot.It runs as smooth,and quite as any other vehicle on the road,it also has lots and lots of room.It has so much room that when I fold the second and third rows down I can fit about 4 mountain bikes in the back and other stuff such as luggage.It has lots of room in the front.The Pilot has lots of lighting inside to use to look at Maps at night.The bottom line is you wont find a better priced and equiped vehicle than this!!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

What a nice surprise!

PortlandPilot, 11/06/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Test drove Explorer 2002 and a number of vans but could not feel committed to spending 25K+ on any of them. Then saw the reviews for Honda and gave local portland dealer a call and he had an EX-L in Sandstone metallic! I had driven Odyssey and also knew all good MDX was, and once I test drove the Pilot I was sold within a few minutes. I liked how centered and precise the steering was for an 8 person vehicle. The ride was smooth and the driver position excellent. The ergonomics are nearly perfect and overall looks like a well thought out vehicle. Very satisfied but still miss the acceleration of my I30 and the BOSE. sigh....

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Pricy for a first year model

MattaSA, 11/06/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I purchased my Pilot and enjoy it as a very nice to drive vehicle from a company with a superior reputation. My buying expierence was not good and I wound up paying almost $4,000 over MSRP. My wife fell in love with the vehicle and it is such a pleasure to drive. The expected long term resale value and reliability history are the major reasons we bought this vehicle. It seems very powerful and handles very well. We have only driven our Pilot 200 miles and have the same things to praise and complain about. The engine is very smooth and powerful. The vehicle drives and looks nice. It does look kind of plain and everything extra costs $$$$$.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Pilot your own Honda

JackJ, 06/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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great vehicle...comfortable...bold and filled with Honda quality. This will be undoubtingly the next "must have " vehicle

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great Suv

djf98, 07/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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rugged looks, nice ride and made well inside and out. paid list, and added the following: side steps, fog lights,auto diming mirror, rear mud guards, wheel locks,trim grain and rear cargo cover. very satisfied (compass comes with the auto diming mirror)

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4.88 out of 5 stars

honda pilot--2003

yabiz1, 07/20/2002
2003 Honda Pilot EX 4WD 4dr SUV w/ Leather and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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we have the ex-l with dvd player. it drives and handles more like a car but has the versitility of a truck--seats fold easily, there is plently of space for larger families and their gear. kids love the tv and its easy to run from the front seat. for heavy towing and off- roading its not as well suited as the trailblazer and its cousins, but for light camping and home depot runs, its perfect.

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