2012 Honda Pilot Summary

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2012 Honda Pilot

Starting MSRP $28,620–$40,970

MPG City: 17 – 18 Highway: 24 – 25

Available Engines

250-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (regular gas)

Transmissions

5-speed automatic w/OD

Average Consumer Rating

(4.6) 37 consumer reviews

Side-by-Side Comparison l Build & Price

Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

•	Restyled front end
•	Seats eight
•	Available Bluetooth streaming audio
•	Upgraded optional navigation system
•	V-6 with cylinder deactivation technology
•	Five-speed automatic

What We Like

•	Use of space
•	First- and second-row comfort
•	Sliding second row
•	Simplified controls
•	Large i-MID screen
•	High mileage

What We Don't

•	White-faced gauges
•	Firm ride
•	Few options on lower trims
•	Boxy styling

Honda's midsize Pilot crossover is available in front- or four-wheel-drive form and has been modestly restyled for 2012. All trim levels have a 3.5-liter V-6 that features fuel-saving cylinder-deactivation technology. The Pilot seats eight and competes with crossovers like the Toyota Highlander, Mazda CX-9 and GMC Acadia.

8 Available Pilot Trims

Select a trim name below for detailed specifications

Standard Equipment & Options

	Engine	MPG	MSRP	Invoice
LX 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	18/25	$28,620	$26,179
LX 4dr 4x4 See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	17/24	$30,220	$27,638
EX 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	18/25	$31,470	$28,778
EX 4dr 4x4 See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	17/24	$33,070	$30,238
EX-L 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	18/25	$34,720	$31,743
EX-L 4dr 4x4 See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	17/24	$36,320	$33,202
Touring w/RES/Navi 4dr Front-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	18/25	$39,370	$35,984
Touring w/RES/Navi 4dr 4x4 See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	17/24	$40,970	$37,443
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