2024 Honda Pilot Trailsport Snow Road Mountain Test

We test the 2024 Honda Pilot Trailsport on our mountain test course covered in wet, deep snow.

CONTENTS:
00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - Features
03:02 - Highway Driving
09:53 - Snow Mountain Test

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[BegForMyMercy]

this video sold the 2025 trailsport for me. this is a nice NO bullshit video. Sir, thank you, I appreciate the honesty.

[ScoobyDo]

Weirdly, this vehicle works best in SPORT mode with TCS OFF. I did a LOT if testing, and for these conditions I found SPORT mode was best because it didn't cut power. (It also does EXCELLENT donuts in that mode too!)

[lane]

Omg thank you for making this snow video! Out of all the vehicles I test drove, the Honda Pilot Trailsport got my heart immediately. I was ultimately between this and the 4Runner and decided to settle for the Pilot instead because the 4Runner was too slow and outdated for me (its infotainment screen kept lagging).

The Pilot sits high up with A LOT of visibility, drives so lightly/smoothly, is spacious with the usability of a minivan, and has a naturally aspirated V6. It went over cracks and gravel on the road like nothing.

Not to mention the high resale value with 55% after 5 years. Honda really knows how to tune their I-VRTM transmission because the drive train was incredible.

[TheMTBPOV]

Had this car for over 6 months now and love it, so comfy and feels really good quality inside, the sonic gray pearl has had a lot of positive comments whilst we’ve been out and about!

[davep]

Great line: "It's OK. It's my road. I own it."

[kevinm]

That was a great comparison showing what dropping a few pounds of preasure can do.

[ZenEndurance]

Finally Honda is putting the real goodies in their off road trim. That thing is LEGIT! That VTM system is awesome for pavement too. If I didn’t want the insane durability of a 4Runner, I’d definitely get this.

[commbubba]

Airing down if you know you’re going to drive in conditions like this is very important. Fun video. Thanks!

[denvernn]

For a "mall crawler" the Pilot did well. With the right tires it would've made it up easier. Nonetheless great job Honda! Great video demonstrating this AWD system.

[reserva]

Given the conditions, that was brilliant camera work .. to many people take that for granted these days- well done w

[davidhillbrand]

Happy that Honda has kept the V6 and didn't go to a turbo 4! Nice vehicle.

[El_Famous_Wf]

I just got the 2025 Elite. Honda knocked it out the park with this generation of the Pilot. I also own a 2011 with 208k miles. Great vehicles, the v6 is solid. I love it!

[Bobstone]

A truly impressive vehicle from the factory. Just add a good set of aggressive all terrain tires and your set.

[thebeast]

The 4Runner model that you need to compare the Pilot to is the Limited, NOT the TRD Pro or Off-Road. The Limited has full-tine 4wd, third row seating and a comparable on-road ride. And, even though the Limited has a true 4wd system, it only uses A-TRAC traction control and not lockers, so that is a more fair comparison to Honda's I-VTM4 system.

[carlosandrade]

As a guy that drives a late model Ford F350 lifted and with 37'' tires, I'd like this one for a daily driver. Out here in AZ.. that thing would make sense, get the kids from school, travel and hit mild trails with as well as camp! love it! wish the MPG's were a bit better.

[brianadunlap]

We bought the ‘23 Pilot Elite AWD and LOVE it.

[KyleKick]

I bought the new TS because last winter was horrible. This winter it never really snowed at all. I wanted a TRD Pro 4runner but the dealer markups at the time was crazy. I don't regret my choice though. 99.9% of my driving is on paved roads.

[stevenchhan]

I hope this i eye opening for Honda/Acura. Seems like traction control is never fully disabled. This can be a double edge sword because they prob do it for safety, but at the same time, it can be unpredictable. Anyhow, this was the video I've been waiting for! The Pilot did great and no overheating. I have high hopes for the future of the Trailsport lineup! Hope Honda watches this video and makes the adjustments via software or during the refresh.

[antlogan]

Always the best thorough reviews. Your mirrorless and drone camera work is amazing. thanks, cant wait to see the new 4turbo 4runner review -which is a loooong way from now, I know

[JbTechFanatic]

Love my new 2025 Pilot Elite. ❤ When you have kids and want a little bit of everything with a luxurious feel, it's awesome.