What Changed

The Pilot gets a new FWD model this year and the V6 features Honda's cylinder deactivation technology to increae fuel economy. Front end styling changes make the Pilot look more like its light truck sibling the Ridgeline.

Comparison to Prior Model

2006 Honda Pilot 2005 Honda Pilot
2006 Honda Pilot 2005 Honda Pilot
Price Range ($) $26,995 - $28,195 $27,550
Length (in) 188.0 188.0
Wheelbase (in) 106.3 106.3
Width (in) 77.3 77.3
Height (in) 70.4 70.6
Track (in) 66.5 66.3
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 507.8 509.3
Curb Weight (lbs.) 4264-4453 4387
Legroom Total (in.)
  • 78.8 (First 2 rows)
  • 109.0
  • (First 2 rows)
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 115.1 (First 2 rows)
  • 155.4
  • (First 2 rows)
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 47.6 (Behind row 2)
  • 15.9
  • (Behind row 2)
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • AWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 3.5l V6 (244-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 (240-bhp)
Transmissions A5 A5
City MPG 17-18
Highway MPG 22-24
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