Drew Dorian, with CARandDRIVER, saidAn all-new generation of Honda's three-row Pilot SUV has launched for the 2023 model year and it's been improved from grille to tailgate. The new Pilot's styling is boxier and more truck-like this time around, which gives it a more rugged overall appearance. A 285-hp 3.5-liter V-6 and a 10-speed automatic are standard and come with either front- or all-wheel drive. The interior can be set up with room for seven or eight passengers, with upscale Touring and Elite models coming standard with a panoramic sunroof and a 12-speaker Bose stereo system.
Clint Simone, with Edmunds addedMany of the Pilot's updates occur to attributes that we thought the old Pilot needed to make improvements to. Honda stretched out the wheelbase and overall length to open up more passenger room, particularly in the second and third rows to make them more accommodating for adults and bulky child safety seats. New styling inside and out helps to modernize the Pilot and make it feel more rugged and less curvy. Overall, we think the 2023 Pilot is a worthwhile choice for a three-row crossover SUV.
For EX-L and above trim levels, Pilot comes stacked with features, including, 18-inch alloy wheels, , Heated mirrors, Power liftgate, Remote engine start, Driver's seat memory settings, Power-adjustable, heated front seats, Leather upholstery and an 8-inch touchscreen
Standard advanced safety features include, Adaptive cruise control , Forward collision mitigation, Lane keeping system and Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert