2012 Honda Pilot

At a Glance

Pricing $28,620 - $40,970
Drive Types FWD, AWD
Engines 3.5l V6
Transmissions A5
Fuel Economy 17-18 (city), 24-25 (highway)

The Honda Pilot and its rival the Toyota Highlander helped to define the market's expectations for midsize crossover SUVs. The second-generation pilot is larger and more distinctively styled than its predecessor was. A standard 3.5L V-6 coupled to a 5-speed automatic is the sole powertrain. The Pilot features an interior that is larger than the Toyota Highlander and equivalent to GM's significantly larger (on the outside) and heavier crossovers. Cylinder deactivation technology allows the Pilot to turn in a respectable 18/25 MPG for FWD models and 17/24 MPG for AWD models. Honda offers the Pilot in LX, EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels. The Touring model features a standard navigation system, memory settings for the driver's seat, an upgraded 512-watt stereo, and a power-operated tailgate.

What Changed:

The Pilot is revised for the 2012 model year with an updated front appearance and improved fuel economy. The interior has a new center stack layout.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Pilot LX 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 FWD $28,620
Pilot LX 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $30,220
Pilot EX 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 FWD $31,470
Pilot EX 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $33,070
Pilot EX-L 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 FWD $34,720
Pilot EX-L RES 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 FWD $36,320
Pilot EX-L 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $36,320
Pilot EX-L Navi 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 FWD $36,720
Pilot EX-L RES 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $37,920
Pilot EX-L Navi 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $38,320
Pilot Touring 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 FWD $39,370
Pilot Touring 3.5l V6 (250-bhp) A5 AWD $40,970