2026 Honda Pilot

The redesigned Pilot is roomy, comfortable and user-friendly. The smooth and refined 3.5-liter V6 engine produces 285 hp and pulls strongly. It's paired with a slick, responsive 10-speed automatic. Most versions have an eight passenger seating configuration with a flat-folding third-row seat. The ride is comfortable, and the cabin is quiet. Handling is sound but not nimble. Controls are very easy to use but the gear selector takes getting used to. Lots of storage cubbies and bins are handy, as is a nifty button to clear access to the third-row seats. A rugged looking TrailSport trim is new. Maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds for AWD models. Powered by an enhanced forward camera and radars, AEB with pedestrian detection and AEB highway are standard. BSW and RCTW are not available on the base LX but standard on other trims through 2024. For 2025, the base LX trim was dropped, a Black Edition trim added, and BSW/RCTW are now standard across all trims. New 12.3-inch and 10.2-inch center  and driver screens are standard for 2026.