Honda Pilot 2016 . . . thinking about it

[Sephire]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hs_QmvqtrYs

 

[KentState]

Looks promising. I wanted to like the current model, but it quickly fell off our list.

 

[vi edit]

That looks so much better than the current wants to be tough but instead is a dumpy Duplo Block style.

 

[Herr Kutz]

I wish Honda would add more sound insulation to their vehicles.

 

[soulcougher73]

Much better than the current ugly model. I dont know how anyone would want to own the current one. So not good looking lol

 

[soulcougher73]

I wish Honda would add more sound insulation to their vehicles.

This also. I test drove the CRV. By FAR the noisiest in its class. Like not even close.

 

[LTC8K6]

Why does it look just like a CRV?

 

[NutBucket]

Looks more like a tall Odyssey. The old style was much better IMHO.

 

[Wuzup101]

Looks more like a tall Odyssey. The old style was much better IMHO.

Agreed... Don't know the tech specs but it looks like a minivan. I probably would get the minivan.

 

[bigi]

Current one has plastics fantastic interior. Very 90s.

I'd check the Highlander for sure to see how both compare.

 

[richardycc]

it could be my next suv, as long as they don't set the price too high. The 2015 top of the line model can be had for under $40k. I am hoping to get semi-loaded middle of the line (touring?) one for under $40k, might have to price MSRP early on.

 

[exar333]

it could be my next suv, as long as they don't set the price too high. The 2015 top of the line model can be had for under $40k. I am hoping to get semi-loaded middle of the line (touring?) one for under $40k, might have to price MSRP early on.

Yeah, I don't see much of a point of the Pilot if you are pushing $40k because you might as well just get the MDX instead. Plus, once you go over $40k, there are a LOT of other nicer options in the $40-50k range IMHO.

Solid SUV, for sure.

 

[vi edit]

Yeah, I've been out of touch on the "large" unibody SUV market. Started shopping around the other day and GMC Acadias and Buick Enclaves are MSRP'ing in the low-mid 50's? Whut?

Who pays that much for these things?

 

[exar333]

Yeah, I've been out of touch on the "large" unibody SUV market. Started shopping around the other day and GMC Acadias and Buick Enclaves are MSRP'ing in the low-mid 50's? Whut?

Who pays that much for these things?

No kidding, especially when you get hit HARD on depreciation on those models. Not saying they are bad SUVs (they aren't) but much better buys 2-3 years old and still on factory warranty and save $20k.

Hondas, on the other hand, are better new or with closer to 80k on the OD. Buying with low miles is only marginally cheaper and more of a risk IMHO.

 

[YBS1]

Yeah, I've been out of touch on the "large" unibody SUV market. Started shopping around the other day and GMC Acadias and Buick Enclaves are MSRP'ing in the low-mid 50's? Whut?

Who pays that much for these things?

The Traverse seems to be the way to go on these depending upon options you would require. The 2LT model with just leather added as an additional option seems to be the best way to go on the price/luxury balance scale. The 2LT doesn't give up very much to the LTZ model beyond superficial stuff (chrome bits, wheels, etc.). It sits right at 40k msrp. (2LT w/ leather, AWD).

 

[ringtail]

just remember, (since you contemplate buying a brand new car),

CARS ARE LOSERS!

If you seek to get ahead in life don't put your earnings into a car. Save & invest your money instead, to build a prosperous future for yourself and all who depend on you.

CARS ARE LOSERS

 

[KentState]

just remember, (since you contemplate buying a brand new car),

CARS ARE LOSERS!

If you seek to get ahead in life don't put your earnings into a car. Save & invest your money instead, to build a prosperous future for yourself and all who depend on you.

CARS ARE LOSERS

Sometimes you have to spend money to make money.

 

[Jumpem]

I wouldn't think about it with the likely mediocre "AWD" system they will put in it.

 

[Jumpem]

just remember, (since you contemplate buying a brand new car),

CARS ARE LOSERS!

If you seek to get ahead in life don't put your earnings into a car. Save & invest your money instead, to build a prosperous future for yourself and all who depend on you.

CARS ARE LOSERS

Around here where they put way too much salt on the roads cars rust quickly. I but new, and trade in after three years before the major rust starts and value plummets.

Used cars are a southern commodity in my eyes.

 

[NutBucket]

Yeah, I've been out of touch on the "large" unibody SUV market. Started shopping around the other day and GMC Acadias and Buick Enclaves are MSRP'ing in the low-mid 50's? Whut?

Who pays that much for these things?

That's not right. I bought a nicely equipped Acadia for just under $40k. I would assume that's still pretty accurate (leather, AWD, sunroof, etc.)

 

[KentState]

That's not right. I bought a nicely equipped Acadia for just under $40k. I would assume that's still pretty accurate (leather, AWD, sunroof, etc.)

Considering an optioned out Civic approaches $30k and an Accord approaches $38k, I don't feel that large cross-overs are that pricey in comparison. We even compared the Tahoe and Yukon and unless you need to tow over 5000lbs, the Lambda platform has nearly the same interior room and actually roomier behind the 3rd row.

 

[NutBucket]

Yep, all true points. Plus, it will have a better ride than a Tahoe.

 

[HitAnyKey]

Looks really good. Thinking it might hurt Acura RDX/MDX sales because it doesn't have that odd looking Acura grill but matches it very close otherwise.

If I was looking for a reliable SUV, this one would be at the top of my list.

 

[richardycc]

not bad, not good either, and it's gonna be so hot the first 6months to a year, most dealers won't discount much.

• LX, $30,875 (add $1800 for AWD to all trim levels); includes 280-hp direct-injected V-6, 18-inch wheels, six-speed automatic, LED brake lights, keyless entry and pushbutton start, air conditioning, cruise control, auto up/down front power windows, 60/40-split folding third-row seat, five-inch color radio screen, 200-watt audio system with seven speakers, aux input jack, one USB input in center console, Bluetooth streaming audio and phone connectivity, 12-volt outlets in center stack and center console.

• EX, $33,310; includes all of the above and adds or substitutes tri-zone automatic climate control, remote engine start, second-row bench seat, HomeLink connectivity, illuminated front vanity mirrors, convex mirror in overhead console, 10-way power driver’s seat, 225-watt audio system with 10 speakers, auto-off headlamps, heated side mirrors (AWD only), eight-inch touch-screen infotainment display, HondaLink, SMS text-message functionality, two USB ports in center stack, one USB port in center console, HondaLink, exterior temperature readout, fog lights, smart keyless entry, rear 12-volt outlet, Intelligent Traction Management System with Normal, Mud, Snow, and Sand modes.

• EX w/Honda Sensing, $34,310; includes all of the above plus adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, forward collision warning, collision-mitigating brake system, lane-departure warning, road-departure mitigation.

• EX-L, $36,785; includes all EX features and adds or substitutes a power sunroof, power liftgate, leather-wrapped steering wheel, auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated front seats, leather upholstery, four-way power front passenger’s seat, one-touch folding second-row seats.

• EX-L w/ Honda Sensing, $37,785; includes all EX-L features plus adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, forward collision warning, collision-mitigating brake system, lane-departure warning, road-departure mitigation.

• EX-L w/ Rear Entertainment System, $38,385; includes all EX-L features plus rear-seat Blu-Ray entertainment system with HDMI input.

• EX-L w/ Navi, $37,785; includes all EX-L features plus navigation.

• Touring w/ Navi and Rear Entertainment System, $41,900; includes all EX-L features and adds or substitutes nine-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, 20-inch wheels, Honda Sensing package, rear-seat entertainment package, navigation, sound-deadening front side glass, chrome door handles, side-mirror-integrated LED turn signals, roof rails, body-color parking sensors, ambient interior lighting, illuminated front cup holders, two-position memory for front driver’s seat and side mirrors, 540-watt audio system with 10 speakers, USB ports in second row, automatic engine start-stop.

2016 Honda Pilot Elite AWD

• Elite w/ Navi and Rear Entertainment System, $47,300; includes all Touring features and adds or substitutes all-wheel drive, Intelligent Traction Management System, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row captain’s chairs, automatic high beams, blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, rain-sensing wipers, panoramic roof, automatic LED headlamps, LED map lights, heated steering wheel, illuminated second-row cup holders, HD radio.

 

[xaeniac]

Too expensive. Move to the acura more bang for buck.