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2011 Honda Pilot consumer reviews

$28,320–$29,920 MSRP range
side view of 2011 Pilot Honda
(146 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.6
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So far, so GREAT!

In four months have put over 6K on this vehicle. Plain exterior, white in color, looks like a giant, square snowball. Wish the interior surfaces were not dark gray/black, as they show every speck of dirt. Averaging 20MPG, and it's not fully broken in yet. Have two show dogs (Labradors) and their large crates fit easily in the way back. Middle seat (either folded or not) holds a ton of gear. Completely happy with this vehicle at this point in time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Good value

I think ALL vehicles are overpriced. With that being said, I bought the Pilot Touring model for about the same price as other makes base model.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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so far so good

We recently purchased a 2011 EX-L RES and so far we love it. The interior is a little cheaply made and for the money they charge but we got over it because the rest of the vehicle and the options are what sold us - plus it's a HONDA. Thought real hard about getting the touring but 4500.oo more did not seem worth it for the navigation system (That's my opinion not my wife's).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Smooth, powerful, and comfortable.

Very impressed with the ride, comfort, and power. I bought this vehicle for my wife. It is now the "family" vehicle. It is a great traveling verhicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent Quality

This is my first Honda. The Pilot is a well-built, solid SUV. The ride is smooth. The styling is very nice and it's very roomy. The gas mileage is okay at best The EX-L is well equipped. I would definitely recommend this SUV to anyone needing the room.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Wish we bought one earlier!

We bought our 2011 Pilot EX-L in October 2010. This car has far exceeded our expectations. The interior is roomy and comfortable as well as stylishly designed. The ride is smooth and quiet. It has been on several weekend get aways and has performed wonderfully. I wanted to wait some time before writing a review to be sure of my opinions of the car. Well, I'm here to say that I'm sure we made the right choice. My only disappointment is that we did'nt choose a Pilot sooner!.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent value and performance

This is our second Pilot. First was new in 2005, and has been the most reliable, comfortable vehicle we've owned. Extremely low maintenance expenditures, decent mileage, and great hauler of people and goods. Still have it, and intend to for a while! The new Pilot is a replacement for an F150, and serves as a daily driver, occasional off-roader for hunting/fishing, and trailer hauler for weekend projects. So far so good, with no disappointments. And, excellent dealer experience, both in terms of sales and service (Dix Honda, State College, PA)

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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I Love This Amazing Car!!!

Hello, We bought this car in 2008, and up to date I don't think I have gotten in a more comfortable vehicle of the same pricing. I've driven it a few times and I just love the suspension and braking system. The sound inside the vehicle is very minimum and it has everything I need. It has never left us stranded anywhere. I wouldn't change it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great vehicle

Just bought EX-L and went on first weekend trip. What an awesome vehicle. Been driving '98 Explorer, '99 Olds Silhouette (replaced with Pilot) and my wife's '08 Tribute. What a great change. We love the Pilot; sits tall (I'm 6'1", 220#) and very comfortable. Rides great, decent mileage for this type vehicle; drive terrific with great handling, especially in curves. Good acceleration. Very roomy, nice amenities in cabin; driver and passenger very comfortable. Can't believe the number of cup holders, cubbie holes, etc. Researched and drove several other suv's and crossovers, and the Pilot is hands down, the best, including Highlander, Edge, Equinox, Santa Fee, CX-9, Explorer, Acadia, and Murano. Best value in the marketplace.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Lots of interior room

I love my Pilot. Roomy and very comfortable. I like the storage cubbies in the console area. The handling is amazingly good, corners way better than the sedan I traded in. Great in snow and ice. No worries about getting to work or home no matter what the weather. There is plenty of room in the cargo area for my German Shepherds. The second row seat is comfortable with lots of legroom and room on the floor to put an ice chest or whatever else we want to be able to reach from the front seat. Very versatile and easy-to-change seating configurations. Good visibility. I like the backup camera. I highly recommend the Honda Pilot if you want to haul a lot of dogs, people and stuff no matter what the road conditions.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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