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5 out of 5 stars

WhoooHoooo I love it!

Bonnie, 08/11/2008
2009 Honda Pilot Touring 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is my second Honda Pilot, I liked my 2005 even though I thought the styling was blah. I get all the equipment I can get on my vehicles and the only thing I left off this one was the rear entertainment and AWD, neither of which I need or want. This Pilot is fantastic...I'm getting 20 mpg in town and 26 on the highway (I'm a grandmother that doesn't "hot-rod"). It's luxurious and that's what I was looking for. I do agree that the glove compartment is stingy with room, but it's a minor flaw. The Navi drives me nuts, but I'll get used to it. Can't learn to trust the back-up camera, still need to look first. Thanks Honda, you did it again.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

This Pilot doesn't Fly

R Janney, 12/04/2008
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This 2009 Honda Pilot has been a real disappointment. With approx. 5200 miles since new in August 2008 we are not pleased with the over all quality. At less than 1000 miles the rear windshield wiper assembly flew off when I turned it on. The battery has died twice while parked with everything off. This happened at approx 3200 miles and just this week with 5000 miles. The side trim panel on the drivers side door next to the window fell off. The entire vehicle rattles and squeaks as if there were 105,000 miles on it (Our 02 SAAB & 03 VW are quiet!) The right front passenger seat is jerky when you use the forward-back adjustment. The shift lever make operating or tuning the radio uncomfortable.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Satisfied!

JE Reid, 04/24/2009
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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My first SUV and I am so impressed with the way my Pilot drives. I am having fun and love it. All my family are proud and happy for me and my friends are complimentary. Was not sure I would like SUV but am very satisfied.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best vehicle ever owned

very happy guy, 04/28/2009
2009 Honda Pilot LX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Every time I drive my pilot I enjoy the experience. The pilot is not the most powerful or the fastest stopping or the smoothest riding midsize but when you add everything up it is very capable and a beautiful vehicle. hwy mileage up to 26mpg- city 16mpg--it all depends on driving habits and conditions. I love the way it looks-- love the grille-love the way it drives. Some of the reviewers are not that impressed with the pilot but it is a vehicle that I love to see in my driveway. Most people pay more for a crv than I did for my pilot. Honda has hit a home run with the pilot. Absolutely trouble free- and hopefully it will stay that way!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

What a Vehicle

BlairB, 12/07/2008
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD w/Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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We set out to buy a Saturn Outlook but after test driving all the competitors, took a look at the 2009 Pilot just to rule it out. Immediately we had to have it. Don't know what the fuss is with the styling, we like it from every angle. We have the Mocha Metallic ext. with beige leather and think it is a very classy combination. I love the drivetrain. With concentration I can feel the VCM but it is very imperceptible. Ride is very smooth without being floaty. Handles great. Very solid feeling, doors slam shut like a Mercedes. Awesome seats and features for the money. Would not mind another couple mpg but easy on gas for a lg. vehicle. Love the dual exhaust looks and sound.

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