![]() ![]() The 2019 Honda Pilot Looks Tougher, Drives Better. ![]() Light steering helps the Pilot feel relatively maneuverable at parking-lot speeds, but it contributes to the detached feel on the highway. Despite the harsh ride, the Pilot's lack of body control makes it feel disconnected from the road. Although we noticed that the ride gets smoother when the Pilot is full of passengers and/or cargo, we'd stick with the standard 18-inch wheels. The Pilot's ride quality over sharp impacts is overly firm with the larger 20-inch wheels included on upper trim levels. The Pilot is not the most ponderous three-row crossover to drive but its considerable size can make it feel heavy when cornering. However, we're not fans of the unintuitive push-button gear select that comes standard with the nine-speed transmission six-speed models have a more intuitive traditional gear shifter. LX, EX, and EX-L models have a six-speed automatic, which works well but can be reluctant to downshift at speed when you request more power. The V-6 has a sporty sound and plenty of power, and the updated nine-speed automatic on the Touring and Elite trims no longer shifts as abruptly and clumsily as before. Dislikes: Harsh ride on 20-inch wheels, steering feels too light. Likes: Strong V-6 power, improved performance from available nine-speed automatic. Add $1900 for all-wheel drive on lesser models. All Pilot trim levels come standard with front-wheel drive except for the top-spec Elite, which is available only with all-wheel drive. Given the 2019 Pilot's upgraded technology and greater breadth of standard driver-assistance gear, we'd be hesitant to splurge beyond an EX-L model, which represents a solid value with many desirable features. The price of the 2019 Honda Pilot starts at $32,570 and goes up to $49,140 depending on the trim and options. Other changes include tuning refinements for the nine-speed automatic transmission found in upper Touring and Elite trim levels, along with standard forward-collision alert, automated emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control added to all Pilot models. A 4G Wi-Fi connection and larger rear entertainment screens are now available, and the Pilot adopts the Odyssey's CabinTalk intercom setup. ![]() Inside, there's a new larger digital instrument cluster display, as well as a much welcomed volume knob for the upgraded infotainment system in place of the previous capacitive-touch slider bar. Honda looked to its Odyssey minivan for inspiration in the mid-cycle restyling of the Pilot's grille and front end. Driver-assistance tech is now standard, but the Achilles' heel of the Pilot is its fussy infotainment system, which, despite updates, still feels outdated. Space is plentiful, and the reconfigurable interior provides multiple stuff-hauling options. The V-6 engine is smooth, powerful, and relatively efficient, and the Pilot offers towing capacity that will be enough for most buyers. With a high seating position, kid-friendly interior, and vast cargo space, the Honda Pilot has what it takes to win over suburb-dwelling parents. ![]()
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