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Design issue!!!
Al, 11/29/2020
2020 Honda Pilot EX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I looked into all 3 row midsize SUVs. Pilot checked all the marks in my list. It has roomier interior than Highlander and more leg room in the 3rd row than some full size SUVs. I really like the new Highlander but they lowered the height 2 inches for 2020 redesign and that makes it look like a tall station wagon. I currently own a 2006 pilot so I know what issues these vehicles may have in the long run. I was hoping that over 14 years Honda has learned it's lesson and fixed the design problems that they had in the first gen pilot by now but they have not. First the engine uses timing belt so be ready to pay 1k in belt change in 7 years or 100 k miles. The belt change cannot be ignored since if it breaks engine will be scrap. Second is the non sense VCM that deactivate some is the cylinders, this is supposedly to save 1-2 mpg at the expense of oil consumption, spark plugs fouling ,.... Why not leave an option in the setting for the owner to be able to deactivate it? Read on piloters.org and see how people have to purchase a 3rd party part to deactivate it. Another issue is with the valves itself that like 1970 vehicles it needs to be adjusted at some point, another 1k maintenance bill. To top it off Honda added GDI to the engine that causes valve carbon buildup. Thankfully my 2006 does not have this " technology". Toyota has both port and direct injection to overcome the issue. If you are planning to keep the car no more than 5 years or do not mind spending big $$$ on preventative maintenance this is the car for you otherwise look somewhere else this car is designed to keep the service department of Honda dealerships busy.
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A lot of problems
John, 10/30/2020
2020 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation and Rear Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I noticed spots of rust around 3 of my door trims, and they eventually had to replace all 3 doors because there was a huge rusting problem inside the doors. The screen wouldn't shut off one time no matter what I did, I had to disconnect the battery for it go shut off. The sensors are bad, when I am driving around a curve with oncoming traffic, the sensor goes off thinking it's a head-on collision. Recently new problem, is that the sensors around the car keep going off for no reason. A week later only the top left sensor goes stays on. The car is cleaned and there's no dirt or anything obstructing the sensors. I've only had the car for 8 months and there's a ton of issues already. Good thing I leased this vehicle, I am definitely not buying another pilot again!
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Night Rider
2020nightrider, 09/23/2019
2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
27 of 31 people found this review helpful
Recently purchased the 2020 black edition and this SUV has it all! Rides smooth and handles well. Only thing I don’t like it how little the tires are, but those can be changed out in the future. Love my night rider!
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2020 Honda Pilot AWD Touring Edition 7-seater
KB, 12/04/2019
2020 Honda Pilot Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Rear Captain's Chairs (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
Based on ~2500 miles of driving after initial purchase. 1. Drives quietly and smoothly. The rough shifting of the 9-speed transmission noted in previous years appears to have been resolved as the automatic shifting is almost imperceptible. Handles nicely for a vehicle of its type. Handles well in the snow if you drive cautiously. Very little driver fatigue! 2.Gas mileage has been better than expected. I am averaging ~24.5 mpg based on a relatively equal mix of city and highway driving on regular octane gasoline. 3. The first two rows have excellent and comfortable seating and the heated seats work well. The third row seat has decent leg room but with with three small adults the width is a little "snug" 4. Heating system works quickly and evenly distribute the heat throughout the vehicle 5. The LED head-lights have do an excellent job of lighting the road ahead with a broad area of lighting. 5. The electronic system works well and is reasonably intuitive. Very nice quality sound system. Overhead entertainment system is easy to use. 6. The Honda-Sense safety system is a bit "twitchy" as has been noted by previous drivers but is tolerable. For example, the brake warning will occasionally activate in response to a car coming in the other direction, especially Overall. we are very satisfied with the vehicle and hope it will be a reliable vehicle over time! We would recommend this to anyone considering a 3-row SUV for family or long trips. So far, good value for its price point!
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2020 Honda Pilot EX-L
Tom, 11/01/2019
updated 11/17/2023
2020 Honda Pilot EX-L 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
So far this is a great car.. Smooth ride, good acceleration, very comfortable and quiet. Went to get another Odyssey which we love, but decided on a Pilot. The wife has some back and leg issues and did not think that she could get in and out of it easily based on her experiences with my son's 2007 Pilot. To her surprise, getting in and out is very easy for her and that made the sale. We liked the size of the Pilot and its excellent roominess. So far good gas mileage and no issues. Averaging 23.5 mpg. Still a great trouble-free vehicle after 4 years.
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