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185,000 miles and (almost) no probelms
steelerkev, 02/24/2024
2009 Honda Pilot Touring 4dr SUV 4WD w/Nav, Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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It won't die. I want a new car. Been waiting 5 years for this to die. Rebuilt the tranny for $3500 at 160k just because everyone said it is guaranteed to go and needed a torque converter anyway. I never had any other car last more than 120k.
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187,000 Miles and Still No Major Issues
Dan S Massapequa Park NY, 04/12/2025
2009 Honda Pilot EX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I had water leaking in to the floor boards about a year ago. It’s addressed. That’s it. Extremely reliable Best car I ever purchased. Bought brand new back in 10/2008
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Robert, 03/28/2010
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV w/Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
This our third Honda (2002 Accord & 2007 Odyssey), and the first time I have been disappointed. Don't get me wrong, this is a wholly capable vehicle; big, powerful, stylish, but it just doesn't move the meter for me. We have a family of 5, so room was one of primary reasons for getting the Odyssey in '07. In '09, the wife wanted to look 'cooler', so we got the Pilot. Other than 'cool points', the Pilot does not do anything the Odyssey can't. It has less room (something I wanted), but comparably equipped, costs more. If you want more functionality, get the Odyssey (respect the van!), if you want to look 'cool', then the Pilot is for you.
Too much cost cutting
Pilot Reviewer, 12/10/2009
2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV w/Rear Entertainment (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Poor build quality. Poor fuel economy. Rough feel while driving. Honda seems to have attempted to perfect the process of cost cutting. Unfortunately the quality of the car has suffered greatly. A lot of rattles, very rough road ride. If you tap on various parts of the cars, like the mirrors, they are loose and rattle. The front rotors needed to be turned after 17k miles and the dealer would not cover it. It's my wife's car and she is an easy driver. The dealers have extremely poor customer service. I can not get a service rep on the phone to make an appointment for warranty work. Functionally this car is great for us. As it is now I will trade it in when it gets to 60-70k.
Bit of a letdown
Anonymous, 12/06/2010
2009 Honda Pilot EX 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
My second Pilot, upgraded from the 2004. Although I love Honda's reliability, the quality of this Pilot is a bit of a disappointment. Driven for almost 2 years now. I have had issues with the window's rattling from the start. Very annoying and they have been unable to fix. Seat fabric in the EX is not easy to clean and can stain. Seats squeak in the back, seat belts rattle on plastic if not straight. Overall doesn't feel as well made as my "04." It is fun to drive and I feel very safe in it. I love the large size, fits everything. Gas mileage isn't great but I didn't expect it to be. Due to rattles and squeaks, will probably be my last Honda. Need better quality on the inside.