Pros: Outstanding space efficiency provides ample passenger and cargo room; Impressive materials and build quality; absorbent ride
Cons: So-so fuel economy compared to some rivals; 5-speed automatic transmission feels dated compared to 6- and 8-speed competitors
2015 Pilot
CG Says: The 2015 Honda Pilot gains a mid-line Special Edition (SE) trim level, but otherwise sees no significant changes. Honda’s midsize SUV delivers a rewarding combination of performance, utility, and passenger accommodations. Pilot’s exterior styling is boxy and “trucky,” but its overall tractability and sense of refinement belie its old-school SUV looks. Even though its basic design dates back to the 2009 model year, Pilot remains a well-executed crossover and one that’s very much worthy of a top spot on any family’s shopping list. We wouldn’t be surprised to see a redesigned Honda Pilot arrive in 2015 as a 2016 model.
2015 Pilot
| Class | Midsize SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 8 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | 2WD LX: $29,870 AWD LX: $31,470 2WD EX: $32,120 AWD EX: $33,720 2WD SE: $33,120 AWD SE: $34,720 2WD EX-L w/ Rear Entertainment System: $36,970 AWD EX-L: $36,970 2WD EX-L w/ Navigation: $37,370 AWD EX-L w/ RES: $38,570 AWD EX-L w/ Nav: $38,970 2WD Touring w/ RES and Nav: $40,020 AWD Touring w/ RES and Nav: $41,620 |
| Base Engine 3.5-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 250 |
| Std. Transmission 5-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 17-18 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 24-25 |
