The largest and most powerful SUV in Honda history, the all-new 2023 Honda Pilot is the perfect family SUV with rugged new styling, generous passenger and cargo space, and a class-leading combination of off-road capability and sporty on-road performance. The all-new Pilot Honda’s most off-road SUV, the TrailSport is designed to take weekend adventurers off the beaten track, with off-road specific features including raised off-road tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, steel skid plates and enhanced all-wheel drive functionality. The fourth generation Pilot will go on sale next month in five trim levels: Sport, EX-L, TrailSport, Touring and Elite.
“The Honda Pilot has been a family favorite for 20 years, and now we’ve made it even better with a more spacious and refined interior, cool new rugged styling on the outside, and vastly improved off-road performance to back it up. Mamadou said, said Diallo, vice president of auto sales for America’s Honda Motor Co. drive. ”
The Pilot is now off-road, and its off-road capability is complemented by rugged new styling. Robust and attractive design emphasizes a powerful posture with a large vertical grille and flared fenders, wider tracks and larger tires. Beneath its new, longer hood sits Honda’s most powerful V6, an all-new 3.5-liter double overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine with 285 horsepower.
Inside, the Pilot’s all-new interior makes it the nimble new king of the lane, with unparalleled comfort, multifunctional seats and an accessible, removable second-row seat that stows away conveniently under the rear cargo floor. Complementing interior flexibility is the largest passenger and cargo space in Pilot history, including a more comfortable third row, and the Pilot has best-in-class overall passenger space and best-in-class cargo volume behind the third row seats. Hyundai’s new cabin is also more comfortable, with new body-stabilized front seats that help reduce fatigue on long journeys. Refined materials, premium finishes and must-have technical features make this the most premium Pilot ever made.
Standard best-in-class safety features include a suite of new and improved Honda Sensing® safety and driver assistance technologies, next-generation front passenger airbags, improved front side airbags, and new driver and front passenger knee airbags.
Rugged Looks All-new looks Designed in California, designed in Ohio and built in Alabama*, the new fourth-generation Pilot continues Honda’s tough new light truck design direction with a clean new look and powerful posture. The Pilot’s all-new styling matches its off-road capabilities with a large vertical grille, a solid horizontal beltline and aggressively flared fenders giving it a tough, desirable and adventurous style. Moved back A-pillars and a longer bonnet create a longer tool-to-axle ratio for a sportier profile.
Its increased overall length (by 3.4 inches) is accentuated by a strong horizontal beltline, while the longer wheelbase and wider track give it a more powerful and aggressive look. A stylish body-coloured roof spoiler and new LED taillights make the fourth-generation Pilot instantly recognizable from behind.
The Sport gets gloss black trim and grilles, chrome tailpipe trim, standard black roof rails, front fog lights, and 20-inch, 7-spoke, shark-colored wheels. The EX-L adds shine to the chrome trim and grille, as well as machined 5-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels.
The Pilot Touring and the top-of-the-range Elite model feature more upscale styling and premium exterior trim, including a high-gloss black grille and B-pillars, dual chrome tailpipe trim and unique machined 7-spoke 20-inch alloy wheels.
For the first time, Pilot will offer a new series of four post-production option packages, including a new HPD package for those who want to further develop Pilot’s rugged new style. It was created in collaboration with Honda Performance Development (HPD), Honda’s American racing company, and includes gunmetal aluminum wheels, fender flares and HPD decals.
Modern, spacious interior The Pilot’s new contemporary interior with clean surfaces, refined materials and premium details draws on Honda’s design direction to create the most premium Honda SUV ever. The clean, uncluttered top of the dashboard reduces windshield reflections and improves visibility from the outside.
The Pilot is also more comfortable and spacious, with best-in-class passenger space and noticeably more legroom in the second and third rows of rear seats. New body-stabilizing front seats reduce fatigue on long journeys. Second-row legroom has been increased by 2.4 inches, and second-row seats recline 10 degrees (+4 degrees) for added comfort. The extra forward reach improves entry and exit with a more comfortable third row that adds 0.6 inches of legroom.
The flexibility of eight on demand provides additional versatility for Pilot Touring and Elite. In the second row, the best-in-class, versatile, removable middle seat can be conveniently tucked under the rear boot floor without leaving it in the garage at home. Subsequently, if the family needs a seat while traveling, they can use it, offering the owners three different seating options at any time:
The Pilot is also the only eight-seat model in its class with an opening panoramic sunroof, which is standard on the Touring and Elite. Heated seats are standard across the range. TrailSport and Elite are also equipped with a heated steering wheel. The EX-L and Touring received soft leather upholstery, while the top-of-the-line Elite received unique perforated leather inserts and ventilated front seats.
The 2023 Pilot has the largest cargo space in the model’s history, with a whopping 113.67 cubic feet of cargo space behind the first row and 22.42 cubic feet behind the third row. The expanded cabin storage area includes a large cantilevered compartment that can hold a full-sized tablet, a smart shelf return on the Pilot dashboard on the passenger side, and 14 spacious cup holders throughout the cabin, eight of which can hold a 32-ounce water bottle.
Smart Technologies Intuitive and easy-to-use technologies have been intelligently integrated into the new modern Pilot cockpit, including a digital instrument display, standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility and, when available, an extra large touchscreen.
The standard 7-inch digital instrument cluster features a fully digital tachometer on the left and a physical speedometer on the right. The display also shows user-selectable features such as Honda Sensing® settings, vehicle information and more. Exclusive to the Elite is the customizable 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster with multi-view camera system and color head-up display.
A new 7-inch touchscreen audio system comes standard on the Sport trim with physical knobs for volume and adjustment, and a simplified menu structure. Compatibility with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ is standard. The large multi-purpose tray on the front of the switch allows you to place two smartphones side by side and features two standard illuminated USB ports: a 2.5A USB-A port and a 3.0A USB-C port. Second row passengers come standard with two 2.5A USB-A charging ports. EX-L, TrailSport, Touring and Elite get Qi-compatible wireless charging and add two 2.5A USB-A charging ports in the third row.
All other trim levels, including the TrailSport, feature a large 9-inch color touchscreen, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ wireless compatibility, and a faster processor for smooth operation. The Pilot navigation system has also been simplified with new graphics and fewer menus. For ease of use while driving, the screen is slightly recessed from the edge of the dashboard to form a 0.8-inch finger rest, allowing users to stabilize their hands when making selections.
The Touring and Elite models feature a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system adapted to the new interior. With Bose Centerpoint technology, SurroundStage digital signal processing and a roomy 15.7-liter subwoofer cabinet, the new system puts all passengers at the center of the music for a clear listening experience, regardless of seating position.
More Power and Sophistication Pilot is one of the smoothest, most powerful SUVs in its class, powered by an all-new 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6 engine from the company’s Lincoln, Alabama plant. ever made by Honda, producing 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft. Torque (all SAE networks).
The all-aluminum V6 engine features a unique cylinder block and low-profile cylinder head with high rollover bores and narrow 35-degree valve angles for better combustion. The low profile design of the new DOHC cylinder head also allows for a more compact rocker arm and hydraulic lash adjuster design. Honda engineers also ditched separate cam bearing caps and instead integrated them directly into the valve cover. As a result, the overall height of the cylinder head has been reduced by 30 mm. The new design also reduces the amount of detail. Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM™) improves fuel efficiency and reduces emissions.
Performance is further enhanced by an advanced and responsive 10-speed automatic transmission tuned specifically for the Pilot. Paddles are standard with manual control, making Pilot control even more fun.
Pilot is also introducing the second generation of Honda’s award-winning i-VTM4™ torque vectoring all-wheel drive system. Standard on TrailSport and Elite, the new and more powerful i-VTM4 system features a beefier rear differential that handles 40 percent more torque and delivers 30 percent faster response, optimizing available traction, especially on slippery and off-road surfaces. Up to 70 percent of the engine’s torque can be sent to the rear axle, and 100 percent of the torque can be distributed to either the left or right rear wheel.
Five standard selectable driving modes optimize the driving experience in a variety of conditions: Normal, Eco, Snow and the new Sport and Traction modes. TrailSport, EX-L (4WD), Touring (4WD) and Elite also have an updated Sand mode and a new Trail mode that optimizes the Pilot’s off-road capabilities.
The Pilot can tow up to 5,000 pounds, which is more than enough for most boats, campers, or “toy” trailers, which are key to many customers’ adventures.
Sporty yet comfortable power An all-new chassis and Pilot’s most durable bodywork make driving even sportier and more fun. The extremely rigid platform incorporates true TrailSport off-road capabilities from the outset, which also improves the ride, handling and overall refinement of the entire Pilot range with 60% more lateral stiffness at the front and 30% more lateral stiffness at the front. rear stiffness.
Based on Honda’s new light truck architecture, the Pilot’s wheelbase has been increased to 113.8 inches (+2.8 inches) for a smoother ride, and the tracks are significantly wider (+1.1 to 1.2 inches front, up from +1 .4 to 1.5 inches rear). stability.
Reconfigured front MacPherson struts and an all-new multi-link rear suspension make the Pilot’s driving more confident, agile and precise, while also improving ride quality. Front vertical stiffness increased by 8%, rear longitudinal stiffness increased by 29% and overall roll stiffness increased by 12%.
Impressive driving posture is enhanced by a redesigned steering ratio for faster response and optimized A-pillar geometry for crisper handling and agility in the city and more fun on twisty roads. Steering feel and stability are now best in class, while a new, stiffer steering column and stiffer torsion bars improve rider interaction.
Larger front brake discs (from 12.6 to 13.8 inches) and larger calipers also boost the Pilot’s stopping power. Reduced overall pedal travel and increased thermal stability enhance rider confidence in all driving situations and conditions, especially in emergency situations, on wet or snowy roads and off-road.
Honda’s first descent control system, which debuted earlier this year on the 2023 HR-V and 2023 CR-V, is now standard on every pilot. The system improves off-road performance, provides greater control on steep, slippery slopes of 7% or more, and allows the driver to select speeds from 2 to 12 mph.
Additional spray foam acoustic insulation, fender liner, thicker carpeting and other sound deadening technologies reduce wind, road and transmission noise for a more comfortable driving experience.
With a stronger build and unique off-road equipment, including the new Off-Road Torque Logic and the new TrailWatch camera system, the new Pilot TrailSport is a true off-road off-road vehicle capable of tackling challenging terrain. United States It’s been tested from the red cliffs of Moab, Utah, and the deep sands of Glamis, California, to the tough dirt trails in the mountains of Kentucky and North Carolina.
The new Diffuse Sky Blue color, exclusive to TrailSport, highlights its rugged design and adventurous spirit. Inside, the TrailSport stands out with rugged details, including unique orange contrast stitching and an embroidered TrailSport logo on the headrests. Standard all-weather floor mats in an exclusive TrailSport design provide added functionality and durability by protecting your carpet from snow, mud and debris. A new sliding panoramic sunroof is standard.
The new Pilot TrailSport combines rugged construction with class-leading off-road performance. The TrailSport is the only Pilot with an off-road tuned suspension (which includes a 1-inch lift for increased ride height and increased approach, exit and cornering angles). Unique anti-roll bars optimized for articulation and off-road comfort; spring rates and damper valving are also unique to the TrailSport.
The Pilot Trailsport is also the first Honda SUV to feature all-terrain tires for improved off-road traction and strong skid plates to protect the underbody from off-road damage. The standard TrailSport Continental TerrainContact AT (265/60R18) tires are great for sand, mud, rock and snow, yet quiet and comfortable on the road. Durable, unique 18″ wheels feature integral spokes to protect the wheels from off-road damage, and the TrailSport logo is embossed on a thick outer flange.
Developed in collaboration with Honda Powersports engineers, the thick steel skid plates protecting the Pilot TrailSport’s oil pan, transmission and fuel tank can support the car’s full weight when it hits rocks. With twice the Gross Vehicle Weight of the Pilot TrailSport (GVWR), the Stout recovery points are neatly integrated into the front skid plate and trailer hitch behind the full-size TrailSport spare tire.
In Trail mode, TrailSport’s exclusive Off-Road Torque Logic manages the distribution of engine torque from the i-VTM4 all-wheel drive system with torque vectoring based on available traction, while simultaneously applying braking vectoring using only the front brakes, reducing wheel spin and while maintaining traction.
Trail Torque Logic also controls the amount of power sent to the rear axle in certain situations, such as climbing a difficult off-road track with a V-groove, which can cause temporary loss of tire contact with the ground and up to 75%. available power is channeled to the single tire with the most grip. For better traction control and smoother forward movement, the remaining 25 percent of potential torque is directed to the non-clutch wheels to provide traction as soon as the tires hit the ground.
The new TrailWatch camera system uses four external cameras and four camera views to help drivers navigate slopes or near obstacles beyond their natural line of sight, such as blind peaks, deep ruts and trail edges. The front view camera automatically turns on when driving in Trail mode at speeds below 25 km/h, and then turns off at speeds above 25 km/h. For added driver support and unlike other similar security camera systems, TrailWatch automatically re-activates if vehicle speed drops below 12 mph.
To quantify performance targets and off-road performance, Honda engineers also partnered with off-road testing pioneer Nevada Automotive Testing Center (NATC) to develop a new proprietary off-road ability rating system.
Best in class features and security features. The fourth-generation Pilot leads the industry in off-road safety and performance with industry-leading active and passive safety technologies, including the latest version of Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) architecture, the world’s first airbag technology and an expanded suite of safety and driver assistance technologies. Honda Sensing®.
ACE™ now features a new structure optimized and integrated into the front subframe and side frames, improving Pilot’s compatibility with small vehicle impacts and improving occupant protection in tilted frontal impacts. With today’s Top Safety Pick+ rating and a 5-star NHTSA rating, the Pilot is designed to meet the new Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Side Impact Safety Rating (SICE) 2.0 and expected future standards.
The Pilot is equipped with eight standard airbags, including a next-generation passenger-side frontal airbag that features a three-chamber design with two external chambers designed to support the head and minimize rotation while minimizing tilt contact. due to a head-on collision. Front knee airbags are also standard.
The Pilot also features an updated suite of Honda Sensing® safety and driver assistance technologies supported by a new camera with a wider 90-degree field of view and a wide-angle radar with a 120-degree field of view. This wide angle increases the effectiveness of collision avoidance by improving the ability to recognize object attributes such as vehicles, bicycles or pedestrians, as well as white lines and road boundaries such as curbs and road signs.
Blind Spot Information (BSI) has been expanded and the radar range is now 82 feet. Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) and Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) are also standard. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Tracking and Lane Keeping Assist (LKAS) has been updated to provide a more natural response.
The standard rear seat belt reminder and rear seat reminder system are also new to the Pilot; the latter notifies the driver to check the rear seat for children, pets, or other valuables when exiting the vehicle.
Pilot Production The all-new fourth-generation Pilot and Pilot TrailSport models will continue to be built exclusively in the United States, exclusively at Honda’s Lincoln, Alabama vehicle plant, continuing Honda’s 40-year tradition of building customer-centric products. Since 2006, Honda has produced more than 2 million Pilot vehicles in the US.
About Honda Honda offers a full line of clean, safe, fun and connected vehicles through over 1,000 independent American Honda dealers. According to the 2021 EPA Automotive Trends report, Honda has the highest average fuel economy and lowest CO2 emissions of any major U.S. automaker. Honda’s award-winning lineup includes Civic and Accord models, as well as HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Pilot SUVs, Ridgeline pickups and Odyssey minivans. Honda’s electric vehicle lineup includes the Accord Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid and, in the future, the Civic Hybrid. The Prologue SUV, Honda’s first mass-produced battery-electric vehicle, will join the lineup in 2024.
Post time: Dec-22-2022