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Very Impressed!
ejernest, 07/21/2008
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After 15 years of mini vans, we finally have a ride I love to drive. We traded in our 06 Odyssey Touring. We test drove pretty much everything in this class with AWD and third row seating. We could not find another SUV in this price range that rode as nice with as much room. We also drove the 08 Pilot and there really was no comparison. The interior design improvements over the 08 probably sold us more than anything else. The additional room is what sold my wife, plus the driving comfort. I never wanted to drive her mini vans but she has trouble keeping me out of her new Pilot. At 61, Im able to sit in the third row seat comfortably. After 500 miles, we're very happy and impressed.
Worst Vehicle I've Ever Owned
Jenifer, 03/16/2009
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Have had this car just over 2 months - Purchased 1/08/09. Have only 890 miles on it and it has been in the shop most of the time. 1/15/09-No start-dealer towed away. Replaced battery cable. 1/26/09-4 wheel drive VTM4 light on. Told it was cold and vehicles do funny things. Dealer reset computer. 2/04/09-4 wheel drive VTM4 light on. Told it was bad battery. 3/03/09- Opened passenger door and it rubs against front quarter panel- scraped off paint. Dealer couldn't fix it until 3/09/09. Had thru 3/13/09. Can open door now, paint is bubbled. 3/16/09 Dealer says he is going to fix it right....And on it goes...... American Honda says too bad
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Very uncomfortable seats
John Fairborn, 10/20/2009
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm 6ft 4in, with a 34 inch waist -- not that big, but I find the driver's seat very uncomfortable. It's too small and the outside ridges are too hard. I've driven older Honda Pilots and liked them, which is one reason we bought a new one. Don't know what they changed, but it was not for the better. My wife has no problem, but if you're my size, or larger, beware.
My Second Pilot
Bob Bruggeman, 10/13/2008
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I traded in my '03 EX-L Pilot for a new '09 EX-L model. The '03 was very dependable. In comparison, the '09 has a much smoother & more quiet ride. Road noise has been reduced dramatically. There are more standard options and features on the new model. I am having to get use to the VCM technology. There is noticeable hesitation when the vehicle changes cylinder rotation. Some reviews have given the Pilot bad marks on the lack of V6 power. This has not been an issue with me. The dash layout is well thought out with the button locations and instrument panel. The dash read-out message screen is pretty neat with clear and easy to read information. Visibility is good. Got 22 MPG on first road trip.
2009 Honda Pilot Touring
me, 12/19/2008
2009 Honda Pilot Touring 4dr SUV 4WD w/Nav, Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
The fuel economy is a farce plain and simple. We have had the car for 1500 miles and have not averaged over 14.5 mpg. Not to mention that you cant drive this vehicle over 75 as the body roll is unsafe. Other items to be aware of, the cargo area slope is a really bad idea. The remote locking system must be unlocked again to open hatch and can't click to lock if any door is still open. The lack of adjustment in the passengers seat as well as heat only on the seat not the back of the passenger seat. Not the easiest to get into the 3rd row. The noise at highway speed. Park sensors that arent on the front of the front bumper so you could pull into something straight on without warning.