The 2008 Honda Pilot went on sale last week with two new trim levels and prices. Instead of the previous LX base level trim, the Pilot now has two- and four-wheel-drive Value Package trims, or VP. There‘s also a trim level situated above the EX, called SE for Special Edition.
The Value Package has new standard equipment from the 2007 LX, including steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, a six-disc CD changer, additional speakers, XM Satellite Radio, roof rails and body-colored side mirrors, door handles and spoiler. The Special Edition adds a DVD rear entertainment system, XM Satellite Radio, a moonroof and ambient lighting to what is offered on the EX trim. Keep reading for full pricing and new EPA ratings.
Model
Transmission
MSRP
EPA City/Hwy.*
Pilot Value Package (2WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$27,595
16/22
Pilot Value Package (4WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$28,995
15/20
Pilot EX (2WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$29,745
16/22
Pilot EX (4WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$31,145
15/20
Pilot Special Edition (2WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$31,595
16/22
Pilot Special Edition (4WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$32,995
15/20
Pilot EX-L (2WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$32,045
16/22
Pilot EX-L (4WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$33,445
15/20
Pilot EX-L and Rear Entertainment System (2WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$33,645
16/22
Pilot EX-L and Rear Entertainment System (4WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$35,045
15/20
Pilot EX-L and Navigation System (2WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$34,245
16/22
Pilot EX-L and Navigation System (4WD)
5-Speed Automatic
$35,645
15/20
Destination and Handling Charge is $595 per vehicle. *Based on 2008 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
Managing Editor
David Thomas
Former managing editor David Thomas has a thing for wagons and owns a 2010 Subaru Outback and a 2005 Volkswagen Passat wagon.