- suv 123,957
- 15,995 high price
- Greer, SC
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- autoshopper.com
- suv 123,957 gasoline silver automatic
2009 honda pilot review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. All-new version is the consummate crossover suv. introductionwhile the name and a minute number of parts remain the same, the 2009 honda pilot is a new vehicle. Every piece of sheetmetal and glass, every mechanical component, and every feature has been gone through yielding a just slightly larger pilot that put all the space to use inside. And with six cupholders in the second row alone, eight door cargo pockets and the ability to carry a 4x8-foot sheet of building material flat inside, finding a place for everything isn't an issue. apart from perhaps flexibility and fuel economy for like vehicles the pilot doesn't strike one as superior in any given aspect, but rather feels like a well balanced vehicle that maintains average or better performance in any number of areas; the utility moniker is apropos. Good carrying space, road manners, and comfort are now wrapped up in a much better looking box. the majority of pilots are all-wheel-drive models that allow another 1000 pounds in tow rating and provide better acceleration and climbing in snow; with the same tires and brakes, they don't stop or change direction any better than the front-drive version. Each model is offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (4wd). All mechanical and safety components and systems are identical across the range. There are no options on the lx. the ex upgrades with three-zone climate control, alloy wheels, security system, heated body-color mirrors, roof rails, fog lights, chrome exhaust tips, homelink, conversation mirror, eight-way power driver seat, xm radio, and exterior temperature indicator. No options. the ex-l, the ex with leather, adds enough features to qualify as a separate model. Surfaces that aren't sloped inward at the roof pay dividends in head space and big-box cargo loading, and the three inches of extra length have gone between the axles and into the cabin. with substantial chrome trim and 'eyebrows' in the headlight housings, fog lights much higher in the bumper, and a hatch that tapers more to the sides than forward at the top, the new pilot looks much wider than the extra inch it is. The third-row side window has been separated by a thick chunk of sheetmetal, to no apparent detriment in driver vision or third-row comfort. The top tow rating remains 4500 pounds on 4wd and 3500 pounds on front-drive models, but the 4500 is no longer limited to boats or low profile trailers. One may desire more features from higher-priced models yet the basics are all here, including power windows and locks and air conditioning for front and rear. Just like the priciest pilot, door armrests have soft cushioned elbow pads and there's no cheap feel in frequently felt surfaces. This seat split-folds 60/40 with the short cushion on the right side for easiest loading, both sides slide fore and aft for maximum flexibility or keeping that baby seat closer, the climate control is handy at the back of the console, and each door has two cupholders in the armrest and dual pockets below. Although it appears as merely a fixed cushion above the center armrest, the center headrest easily lifts and extends to a useful height. the third row is easily accessible: one lift of the lever at kid's eye height in the center row backrest tilts the seat and slides it forward for third row access. The optional rear-seat entertainment system is much the same as the top-ranked setups in the odyssey and acura mdx. at least in lx and ex trims this is a jump-in-and-go kind of ride. Cruise Control✔ Climate Control✔ Power Windows✔ Air Conditioning✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Bluetooth✔ DVD Entertainment System✔ Alloy Wheels
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