2023 Honda Pilot | First Look

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The 4th-generation 2023 Honda Pilot is built on Honda’s light truck architecture, which has some commonalities with the Acura MDX. The pilot’s new body is stiffer than the previous one. It’s also grown, with a 2.7” longer wheelbase plus a wider front and rear track.

For power, the Pilot carries on with a 3.5L V6 engine (285hp, 262 lb-ft) paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission featuring standard paddle shifters.

The interior has grown in both passenger and cargo space. As for infotainment, it’s handled in most trims by a 9-inch screen, though a 7-in unit comes in the base Sport trim. With either screen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, though both are wireless with the 9-inch screen.

The Honda Pilot’s trim lineup has been overhauled for 2023. The Sport trim is now the base version with the EX-L, TrailSport, Touring, and Elite trims above it, in that order.

The TrailSport is the most off-road-oriented version, and it features Continental TerrainContact all-terrain tires whose movement is managed by an off-road-tuned suspension with a 1” lift. It also has steel skid plates, a full-size spare, plus recovery points integrated into the front skid plate and tow hitch.

Honda has outfitted the Pilot with a standard suite of active driver assists including lane keeping assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and bicyclist detection, blind spot warning, and 8 airbags.

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5:37 Engine & Drive Modes
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7:10 Pilot Trailsport
9:01 Safety Features

[eddiejones]

Honda is going to sell a lot of Pilots. Beautiful SUV.

[jgamueda]

I own a 2011 Pilot. I’ve been waiting for this one. Looks way better than the last generation… time to upgrade.

[kimnewcom]

Finally, it doesn't look like a mini van anymore!

[alexandermiranda]

I own a 21’ pilot, after watching this video of the brand new redesigned 23’ I can’t wait to upgrade after giving it a few thousand miles 😁

[jasonjepsen]

We’ve had our ‘23 Pilot Touring for 2 mouths and we absolutely love this vehicle. Rides and drives smooth and the quiets running vehicle I have ever owned. Our first ever Honda, we couldn’t be more satisfied.

[AshrafFarms]

Honda’s pilot is one car I don’t wanna be close to but this gen got me too well ❤

[RedNineTeen]

This looks way better than the 3rd gen!! Wow that’s definitely my next buy looks a lot better visually

[mazzdickaanantama]

All New PiLot design is Good much better than old version NICE JOB HONDA ! Nextt !

[weirdshibainu]

If the ride is quiet, this will be a home run for Honda.

[popebenethiccc]

The front end looks awesome! It looks much more like an SUV than previous years. However, from the back it looks like an Ascent
and rear 3/4 looks like a Traverse which are both less attractive in my opinion.

[juusbox]

never liked the pilots designs until now this thing is nice

[RodneyMathis-rgdw]

Bought my first new Honda accord in 86. Bought my wife and sons Hondas. Best and most dependable car ever. Bought a Range Rover in 1999 maintenance an upkeep a disaster. Children are gone an I want a true luxury vehicle G.W. w/all the bells n whistle, especially in cockpit. But will never let my 2011 Honda Accord. I saw the Pilot it’s awesome Honda really step up. Besides good looks what it has over ever other vehicle…it’s a Honda and no one doesn’t it better…no one!

[thomasraydin]

Micah, I always love watching all your auto videos. Kelly Blue Books needs you to do all their videos. Love this new Honda Pilot and cant wait to see your family video with it.

[CbankS]

Always loved the pilot since driving the 2003 model for my driving test about 15 years ago or so. Want to get one for myself in the future. Even though I am single person love the space and design of the pilot

[nicholasstocker]

Reminds me of the 2009 Pilot, and that’s a good thing.

[CCPvirus]

I love this new redesign. It's perfect for a family.

[nicholassmith]

Looks like a very well thought through and honest vehicle in typical Honda fashion. Styling-wise I'm getting GMC Acadia vibes from the rear 3/4.

[kristengalloway]

Okay Honda getting better!! Finally a good sized Panoramic sunroof included and new entertainment system for the interior 😀.

[wbwayne]

Huge improvement in design, inside and out. Depending on drive reviews, probably my new favorite in it's respective class. Much more attractive than the new HRV and CRV also. Can't wait to see the new Accord.

[DirectX]

I really like the 2nd middle seat that can be removed and stored in the lower end storage. It really helps.