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http://english.honda.ca/models/pilot_benefits_description.asp#c12
As you may have already noticed, it can be used for more things than opening the garage door.
Like you, I too am impressed with it, in my case in my Highlander.
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No no no, you're confusing the Pilot with the Suzuki XL-7.
While you might be able to tow more with an Explorer, Durango, Trailblazer, etc. you also have a much greater chance of being towed with those vehicles :-)
The dealer I bought mine at called me to ask if I knew anybody who wants a Silver EXL w/RES (maybe still available) so they do exist.
I'm very sure the factory alam works on my EX (horn blows and lights flash).
Did you drive an LX, it's an option on those?
The coded key won't let the vehicle start at all. The coded key and the alarm qualify for 20% off of the comprehensive part of MA auto ins.
My current Explorer has over 98K on it, and has never left me stranded on the highway. To date, it has never needed to be towed.
Bob
My point is...many people who are considering the Pilot are migrating from the mini-van world and could care less about its towing capacity.
On Tuesday part of my factory installed luggage rack flew off. NO SPARE PARTS. It's embarrassing to show people my new car and have that glaring at them. In fact the excitement of having a new car, a new Honda, is gone.
Every time I accelerate, my left windshield washer dribbles. Not enough to clean the windshield, just enough to stain the hood. THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT CAUSES IT.
The plastic cover for the jack in the back doesn't fit. NO SPARE PARTS, YET.
The gasket around the rear door came with a tear. That they do have a spare, but I'm waiting for the other stuff to come in so I only have to make one trip. One trip? I doubt it....
I actually own a 2000 Accord that has been in the shop 3x... Honda's aren't perfect..
The fact is the majority of people buy these larger SUV's to tow. As much as you want to justify in your mind that the 4,500lb limit of the Pilot is ok.. with the majority of buyers its not going to be.
I would really like to see the HP/Torque curve of the Pilot and compare it to the others in this class. HOnda Pilot is on a car frame. No real hard offroading in this vehicle. But, there is always the arguement of how much offroading and how severe offroading are you going to do. I feel all this "offroad ability" is a joke for the average joe. Car based SUV's do just fine on gravel/logging access roads.. probably the most offroading 95% of the population will do...
Hi varmit.. what? only the drivers weight? So, does Honda do the same? Face it, the Pilot cannot tow what its competitors can.
Honda is targetting those who have owned 2 or 3 mini-vans and now want a different configuration. Those who want to tow something already have their vehicle of choice.
As I've said before, Honda is also trying to lure those who are on the fence deciding between a mid-size and full-size SUV. The Pilot is only 1.5" narrower than a full-size Ford Expedition, yet it's roughly 5" wider than a mid-size Ford Explorer. Also, many of the the early reports, prior the the Pilot's introduction, compared it to the full-size Chevy Tahoe in terms of size.
Most folks who buy full-size SUVs buy them because they "need" what those vehicles offer, such as great towing, etc. The fact that you don't tow, and/or aren't interested in towing doesn't mean others who are considering the Pilot aren't.
As to Hondas vs. Fords: I've owned a Honda vehicle every year since 1965, and I've owned a Ford truck and/or SUV every year since 1986. So I don't need you to "inform" me on their respective reliability, or to tell me where to post. My experience with both brands is that they are about equal, with a slight edge going to Honda in terms of reliability. That's been my experience. I can't speak for anyone else.
Bob
"While many competitive vehicles feature towing capacity figures boasting a high maximum tow rating, some sacrifice of passengers and cargo may be necessary to suitably accommodate this maximum load. The Pilot's 1588/2041kg rating is calculated to include up to four passengers and their cargo."
-mike
It does say EX though.
So far list for extra features in Canadian models is; DRL's, Heated leather seats, Heated exterior mirrors, and the all important "Washer fluid Low Light" (I may have missed a few).
-mike
-mike
So they knew the 2nd/2nd and 3rd row seats were too uncomfortable for anyone to sit in one?
rsholland, you're registered at autonews, most of us aren't? Can you copy/paste them or summarize them? Thanks.
rday, paid MSRP. Traded in our second minivan and after 10 years needed something different.
We love our new honda. Don't care about towing
because I have nothing to tow. This was the first vechicle both my wife and I agreed on.Lot's of room, great ride, great gas mileage for an SUV,
what's not to like.
http://www.autonews.com/article.cms?articleId=39783
Honda to offer Sport-Trac like truck, and will not be based on the Pilot platform.
http://www.autonews.com/article.cms?articleId=39784
No surprise here: The Lincoln Blackwood will become the Lincoln Deadwood as of August.
http://www.autonews.com/article.cms?articleId=39785
Bob
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Bob
Something tells me you don't have permission :-)
But it looks like regisration is free for most of the web stories? (http://www.autonews.com/defaultRegister.cms)
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Bob
Maybe they will get it right with the redesign.
Bob
peter78 "Towing with the Pilot" Jun 24, 2002 8:37am
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If Honda does make something like this it sounds like it'll be a 2006 model - just in time to trade the Ody.
I will admit to being brandwashed (is that a new word?) and love Honda's. I know Subarus are good vehicles but given a choice between Sube and Honda the latter would most likely win. I quickly checked out the Sport Trac - Ford is the only domestic manufacturer I really like - but realize that I don't need a real 4WD system/towing capabilities. The Sube or Honda (or if Ford made a Sport Trac Escape) system would work just fine for us - snow is the only real issue and large rocks in the back.
As for the Pilot, I've checked it out as well as other SUV's. The DW and I have decided that we're not afraid of driving a minivan and have no real desire for an SUV.
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It's in the owners manual, under the topic of towing, towards the end of the towing topic, as I recall.
Bob
I read that too. I wish it had them, I think they're somewhere on the cutting floor with the 6CD changer and the moonroof.
The door handles on all (so far) are black.
If they do change them to body color, I for one will consider it reason for a recall.