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2015 Honda Pilot review

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Honda Pilot highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Smart and practical storage areas
  • Spacious interior with generous legroom in the first and second rows
  • Impressive power from the V6 engine

Cons

  • Lacks some convenience features
  • Interior materials lack refinement
  • The ride becomes less comfortable at higher speeds

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 24 highway, 20 combined

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Year

All Honda Pilot years

What is new for the 2015 Honda Pilot?

  • The Pilot is available in a new trim called the SE.

5 reasons to buy the 2015 Honda Pilot

1. Spacious interior

The 2015 Honda Pilot is a fantastic choice for families who enjoy spending time on the road. This model comes standard with eight-passenger seating across its three rows and the roomy interior offers adult-friendly legroom in the first and second rows, with 38.5 inches and 32.1 inches, respectively. The second row also comes standard with sliding and reclining functionality, providing easy entry to the third row and extra comfort. Whether you take road trips or carpool kids to weeknight activities, the 2015 Pilot offers plenty of space inside its three-row interior.

2. Hauling abilities

If you regularly tow heavy loads and need an SUV that can keep up, the 2015 Honda Pilot is an excellent option. This three-row SUV comes standard with a powerful 250-hp 3.5L V6 and a five-speed automatic transmission that provides an estimated towing capacity of 4,500 lbs when properly equipped.

This brute strength makes it easy for the 2015 Pilot to haul a watercraft, ATV, or other heavy equipment. All trims are pre-wired for a trailer harness and come standard with an integrated Class III trailer hitch for your convenience.

3. 4WD capability

Do you enjoy camping or hiking and need an SUV that embraces challenging conditions? The 2015 Honda Pilot matches its adventurous spirit with available 4WD, providing more traction and control in snow, rain, and off-road conditions. You can travel confidently when exploring off the beaten path with 8 inches of ground clearance. Other features, such as Hill Start Assist and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) with traction control, enhance the SUV's performance and keep you on your intended course.

4. Versatile storage

When your priorities shift from carpooling passengers to hauling cargo, the 2015 Honda Pilot is quick to adapt. This model comes standard with 60/40-split second- and third-row bench seats that easily fold flat to provide 87 cu-ft of space for transporting large items like furniture or sports equipment. For the ideal balance between passenger seating and cargo room, folding the third row reveals 47.7 cu-ft of volume for luggage or camping gear. The 2015 Pilot also comes standard with a hidden storage well and a multi-functional center console, perfect for stashing smaller items out of sight.

5. Helpful technologies

The 2015 Honda Pilot offers a range of advanced infotainment features and driver aids that make long trips more comfortable and entertaining for you and your crew. All trims include an 8-inch display, a rearview camera, and Bluetooth® phone and audio streaming connectivity for your convenience. 2015 Pilot SE and higher models also boast a DVD rear entertainment system so your kids can pass the time watching movies. To help you find your way, the Pilot EX-L with Navigation and the Touring trims comes with a Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with voice recognition. In addition, the 2015 Honda Pilot Touring includes a 650-watt premium audio system with 10 speakers and a subwoofer for concert-like tunes.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.6 out of 5

9 customer reviews
The 2015 Honda Pilot is a car that customers like for its towing capacity, style, and performance. The seats are extremely comfortable and customers can fit everyone inside—up to 8 passengers. The entertainment system is also a favorite feature of the car. Customers love driving it around town or on long road trips.
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RepairPal gave the Honda Pilot an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Honda Pilot 15th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.

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Honda Pilot features and specs

EX 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Third Row Seat
  • Tow Hitch
  • Traction Control
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Parking Sensors
  • Running Boards

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

250

Torque (ft-lbs)

253

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

21

Wheelbase

109.2"

Overall length

191.4"

Width

78.5"

Height

70.7"

Leg room

F 41.4"/M 38.5"/R 32.1"

Head room

F 40"/M 39.8"/R 38.2"

Front tires

P235/60TR18

Rear tires

P235/60TR18

Seating capacity

8

Max towing capacity

200/2000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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