Used 2009 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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vq35de1, Newark, DE, 09/29/2014
updated 04/05/2017
Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
49 of 50 people found this review helpful
This car has a lot going for it, it's comfortable, has tons of interior storage, seats eight comfortably, etc.... BUT, we have had a lack of reliability including a transmission sensor and now the engine. Look into the Honda VCM V6 problems. The cylinder shut off system ends of fouling the plugs leading to a million warning lights and a trip to the dealer. The "fix" is to replace your plugs or short block depending on how bad things got. There doesn't seem to be a fix, just a band-aid. Now I'm going to have to trade her in way before I planned because once the extended warranty is up I don't want to pay the maintenance. Update 9/30/2016. I kept the car and the problem has not come back. I think this is only because the car is never in eco mode for long. If you drive a lot of hwy miles you may have more problems. Sold it after second major engine surgery requiring new piston rings.
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7yr review
Byron Wilsom, Marysville, OH, 10/28/2016
Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
I have 57000 miles on the exl pilot.This SUV is the smoothest running vehicle I've ever owned.I use it as a work car mostly.It has 4wheel drive.I really wish we would get a lot of snow so I can see how well this works.The amount of snow in central Ohio is very limited.I bought the extended warranty at the dealer and wouldn't do it again.I replaced the battery and replaced the heating element in both front seats.I paid $1300 for extended warranty and have not broke even yet.I have heard these pilots can easily reach 200,000 miles.If you don't drive a lot of miles I wouldn't purchase it.The pilot has the 3 set of airbags on driver and passenger side.It will seat 8 and both seats in back will fold flat on the floor.I would buy this vehicle again.No remorse.
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Great reliable vehicle but poor gas milege and acc
Mike jones, Florham Park, NJ, 07/09/2016
updated 01/18/2017
Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
24 of 28 people found this review helpful
I read some of the bad reviews but I guess I ended up with a good one. So far I have 108k miles and never had any problems. Just regular oil change and That's it. There was a recall on the front suspension making noise. Just gotta take it in to the dealer to get it fixed for free. Its roomy and it's a great family car, has enough space for all your stuff for long road trips. But, lol Yea there's always something. Its a great family vehicle but when u are driving by yourself and u wanna have some fun, nope. The acceleration is horrible esp if your trying to merge on to free way. Handling is less than sub par. Feels like drving a bus. Bottom line: great family vehicle, but very boring car. Gas mileage could improve.
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Wonderful Vehicle
les_bennett, Clemmons, NC, 02/14/2014
Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I never write reviews but after the outstanding performance of my Pilot this week, I felt compelled to. We had over 14" of snows with drifts up do 19". The pilot barreled right through. Up hills without any problems. The VTM kicked in as it should and functioned flawlessly. When all other were stuck at home, I powered through in my Pilot!
Great reliability
Rob, 03/20/2017
updated 09/23/2019
Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV 4WD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Other than some road noise, all positives on this vehicle.
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