The world famous company Honda has earned the favor of the Russians for its high-quality automotive technology. One of the best-selling cars presented on the domestic market by this manufacturer is the 2008 Honda Pilot model. Despite the fact that the Russian automotive market today is full of more modern analogues, it is this car that does not lose its relevance, and it is only arriving in the ranks of its admirers. We invite you to take a closer look at the features of 2008, evaluate its advantages and how to understand the disadvantages.

Today the car is available in two main trim levels:

• LX. It has become a tradition for the Japanese brand to produce cars in a rich basic configuration... As part of the "base" you will receive a cruise control system, air conditioning, CD player, automated door locks, windows.
• EX. In addition to the basic elements, this configuration assumes the presence of alloy wheels, climate control, state-of-the-art music system, as well as a system for monitoring the level of pressure in the wheels, stabilization and a CD-challenger for 6 discs. It also offers an original rudder design and an integrated steering wheel adjuster.

There is also an EX-L offering, equipped with leather interior, heated seats, navigation, panoramic sunroofs and a DVD player. All trim levels are equipped with a position adjustment system driver's seat, assuming eight main modes.

This crossover is both functional, practical in terms of fuel consumption, and comfortable for any driver.

First public reaction

The management of the Japanese company decided to present the second generation lineup Pilot back in 2008. With little preparation, in the fall, the brand held a demonstration at the North American Auto Show as part of an international exhibition. The audience reacted to the novelty very ambiguously, because its external and specifications made an ambiguous impression. Despite the presence of a very spacious and comfortable cabin, the overall design of the car and the concept in which it was designed was repulsively brutal: too large and too angular. Due to the ambiguous reaction of the audience at the international exhibition and the not very successful launch of the model on the market, the management of the Japanese brand decided to slightly modernize Honda pilot 2008 (pilot).

The car was restyled in 2011, thanks to which the car acquired the following elements:

• front bumper in a new design;
• improved radiator grill;
• powerful and modern fog lights;
• rear hitch.

In addition, the 2008 Honda Pilot version that was sold in the Russian automotive market received one more modification - power point the car was deformed and, instead of the required 257, now had 249 horsepower. Since then, it has been fashionable to find models of this Honda with a derated engine, but with a pre-styled body in the domestic market of used cars. One of key features This car is rightfully considered a high level of safety, which made a real splash at one time. The rating of the safest cars, annually compiled by the best experts in the automotive industry in the United States of America, it was this model in the new format that led for many years in a row. The last restyling of the car took place in 2014.

general information
Year of issue:	2008-2011
Type of drive:	plug-in full
Fuel grade:	AI-95
Fuel consumption, l per 100 km: Urban cycle MT / AT Mixed cycle MT / AT Extra-urban MT / AT	– / 16.3 – / 11.8 – / 9.2
Maximum speed, km / h:	180
Acceleration to 100 km / h MT / AT, s:	– / 9.9
Body
A type:	SUV
Number of doors:	5
Number of seats:	8
Engine
Engine's type:	SOHC, i-VTEC 24-valve.
Engine displacement, cubic meters cm:	3471
Power, hp / rpm:	257/5700
Torque, Nm / rpm:	347/4800
Aspiration:	–
Valves per cylinder:	24
Location of valves and camshaft:
Engine layout:
Supply system:
Manual gearbox:	–
Automatic transmission:	5
Chassis
Front suspension:	MacPherson strut, gas-filled shock absorbers, anti-roll levers
Rear suspension:	Multi-link suspension, gas shocks, anti-roll levers
Front brakes:	Ventilated discs
Rear brakes:	Ventilated discs
Dimensions and weight
Length, mm:	4870
Width, mm:	1995
Height, mm:	1845
Wheelbase, mm:	2780
Wheel track in front, mm:	1725
Rear wheel track, mm:	1740
Clearance, mm:	203
Tire size:	245/65 R17
Disk size:	17 × 7.55
Curb weight, kg:	2062
Full weight, kg:	2765
Trunk volume, l:
Volume fuel tank, l:

Very large car

This crossover at one time surprised the audience with its dimensions, but this was expected, because the car is really large enough for its segment:

• the length of the car body is 4875 millimeters;
• the body width is about 1995 millimeters;
• the body height is slightly smaller - 1845 millimeters;
• note the height of the wheelbase, which in this model reaches 2775 millimeters;
• the height ground clearance in this crossover has 200 millimeters;
• the front track of the crossover reaches 17,720 millimeters in width;
• the trunk volume is significant - 510 liters, however, it, among other things, can be significantly expanded (up to 2464 liters).

It is also worth saying that the restyled body of this representative of the lineup in the second generation looks very stylish. Meanwhile, it is clearly not devoid of shortcomings:

• extremely thin and regularly scratched paintwork;
• quickly cloudy front optics;
• rear lights fog up often;
• chrome-plated elements will peel off.

The power plant of the second generation crossover

The Japanese brand presented a novelty to the world and, in particular, Russian market, significantly limiting potential buyers in their choice. So, only one engine option was available. In this case, we are talking about the model J35Z4, the volume of which is 3.5 liters, and the original power indicator was 257 Horse power... Recall that since 2011 the engine has been derated, so that today the 249 horsepower engine option is widespread on the market.

It is worth noting that the engine installed in the 2008 Honda Pilot has one very significant advantage. The power plant of the model has a pre-installed specialized VCM system. The essence of her work is that she is in continuous mode controls the operation of the power plant and, if necessary, turns off three or two cylinders in the rear block. The introduction of this feature into the power plant was necessary, since at the time of the creation and start of sales of the car, the problem of saving fuel resources was especially acute.

For the development of the J35Z4 engines, the specialists of the Japanese company used their own designs, dated back to 1999. We are talking about the power plant, codenamed J35A1, which formed the basis for the Odyssey RA6-9 / RL.

Typical problems arising in the operation of a modified power plant

Several years of active sales of this crossover allowed qualified specialists to determine the list of the main problems that are associated with the operation of the engine in the car system:

• When the mileage of the car exceeds the 100 thousand kilometers mark, the camshafts wear out almost immediately. It is worth noting that, as a rule, both are subject to wear. camshafts... Meanwhile, exceptions are also possible. So, sometimes after 100 thousand kilometers, only the front camshaft has to be changed. This problem is caused by the so-called oil starvation, which in turn arises from the influence of two main factors. First of all, it should be said about the unforgivable negligence of car owners who do not control the oil level. However, one cannot deny the constructive miscalculation of the model developers, because it is obvious that for some reason they reduced the volume of the internal combustion engine lubrication system. In this regard, oil from the sump during a cold start of the engine in a low temperature mode in full goes directly into power unit... Note that the restyling of the model in 2011 could not solve this problem.
• Another drawback of the VCM system is the regular oil leakage from under its block. In most cases, it goes directly to the generator of the power plant. This can only be fixed by repairing the motor.
• The catalysts in the model are capable of withstanding a mileage in the range of 120-150 thousand kilometers. Most often they are not changed by installing flame arresters, the cost of which is an order of magnitude less.
• The crossover design contains expensive hydraulic supports, which will have to be changed at least every 150 thousand kilometers.

Virtually hassle-free drivetrain

The second generation Honda pilot (2008) received a transmission really unpretentious. However, in order for its functioning not to be associated with the regular occurrence of a mass of malfunctions, competent service is necessary. So, the correct maintenance of the 5-speed installed in the car automatic box gears consists in the systematic monitoring of the condition of the oil and its timely replacement... In addition, it is very important to carry out a professional technical inspection of the machine on a regular basis in order to identify the places of fogging and oil leaks in time.

The machine comes with an all-wheel drive system called VTM-4, which has proven itself remarkably in the automotive market even as part of the first generation Acura MDH. It should be emphasized that in the case when the car is constantly used in difficult operating conditions, it is worth changing the oil in the rear differential every 17 thousand kilometers.

If desired, you can find a single-wheel drive Honda of this model, however, its sales were carried out exclusively in the United States.

Suspension and steering features of the crossover

The description of the model on the official website of the Japanese brand is quite colorful and, as always, extremely positive. Meanwhile, the brand's management tries not to mention the cost of servicing the car and its individual components, and the service really costs a lot of money.

This is also true for the suspension installed in this crossover. Of course, it is optimal for long journeys. However, for comfort during long trips, you will have to pay a decent amount, because the rear struts take another 70 thousand kilometers, and the front ones fail after 140 thousand kilometers. Due to the fact that the acquisition of new levers is a very expensive business, many car owners of this model solve the problem as follows: the ball rods and silent tires are repressed, as a result, working for at least 200 thousand kilometers.

Hub bearings will not fail earlier than after 100 thousand kilometers, and the rear springs sag on a run of at least 180 thousand. The latter is subject to the regular transportation of heavy loads. Steering rack at a hundredth thousand kilometers, it will make itself felt with a strong tapping.

With regard to steering, it must be said that heavy weight significantly reduces the maneuverability of the car, so such a crossover most likely will not be spirited around the corner, even with skillful driving. However, in all other aspects, they are in no way inferior to their counterparts. This machine performs well in adverse weather conditions and even handles medium-sized potholes and grooves in the belt. road... In the best way, the crossover will show itself on a flat roadway as in a city.

Roomy and comfortable salon

Performance is by no means the most important thing for a car in the family crossover category. The interior of this car deserves your attention. Initially, the level of passive safety inside the car remains at a sufficient high level... To improve the effectiveness of the use of airbags, the specialists of the Japanese brand have developed two modes for them, which are triggered with different forces in accordance with the severity of the collision, which is determined by the crossover system. The side airbag, which is designed for the front passenger, also works on the basis of an intelligent system. This cushion assumes the presence of specialized sensors, which, in turn, fully read the position in which the passenger sits on the seat and make adjustments to the release of this safety device.

The interior of the cabin can be called conservative, but at the same time comfortable. The seats in it are arranged in such a way that the passenger can sit reclining. Additional elements in the cabin include:

• cup holders literally in unlimited quantities;
• drawers;
• glove compartments;
• pockets for various little things: from documents to felt-tip pens.

Despite the fact that the brand positions this crossover as an eight-seater, this designation is very arbitrary. In the third row, it will be very difficult for the three passengers to be accommodated. But, if necessary, you can get rid of these seats and, thereby, add space in the luggage compartment.

The management of the Japanese brand paid special attention to the selection of materials for the interior trim. It is covered with high quality leather and is certainly pleasing to the eye thanks to its excellent aesthetic properties. Regarding the dashboard, we note that it is made in the traditional style for cars from Honda.

The most important thing is the conclusions

In the market, this model, despite all its disadvantages, practically does not lose its relevance. This Honda is almost ideal for families and large companies... In addition, if a conscientious driver monitors the operating conditions of his car and timely contact the services, the car will faithfully serve its owner for many years. In addition, we note that the complex of disadvantages inherent in this crossover pales in comparison with the colossal problems of its modern counterparts. The demand for this Honda can be judged by its popularity among the hijackers. Several years ago, they literally laid siege to cities across the country in search of just such a car.

2008 Honda Pilot - a family crossover with excellent performance updated: August 5, 2017 by the author: dimajp

Detailed specification Honda Pilot in numbers, among the most important that are most often paid attention to are - price in rubles at the time of appearance in car dealerships and consumption fuel in different conditions: on the city highway or mixed, as well as full and equipped weight... Still important are dimensions and trunk volume ground clearance maximum speed acceleration to 100 km in seconds or the time taken to overcome 402 meters. Transmission automatic, mechanical; drive unit rear front or full, and maybe even switchable

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The voracious 3471 cc engine will give you confidence on the road, and the sound is proof of that.

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phil 7 01.02.2012 : “I knew about the pilot for a long time. Their black dealers were imported from America. And still very few people want to sell old pilots. The new pilot is just super - brutal, handsome and moderately aggressive. It’s a pity that in 2012 the grille was changed, it became less brutal, but now it is more beautiful and less aggressive. The car looks like a big one, but I parked wherever I needed it, wade where I was afraid to drive Hover before, and he is much narrower. There is a lot of space in the cabin, for work you have to carry a lot of various materials, and so loaded up to the ceiling by 600-800 kg, and maybe more. It was difficult to count everything and the car was running fine, there was enough power. Yes, in addition to the entire cargo, one passenger in the right seat. Cargo capacity is awesome. Yes, on healthy pits there are breakdowns with such a load, but only on healthy ones at high speed. To be honest, on such pits you need to slow down, but the vision is already hooked and the pits do not seem so big. I traveled with eight passengers on board, all women were large, even one more than 120 kg sat in the third row and said nothing that she was quite comfortable there. The car has a wonderful view. How many I have looked at various machines on the Internet, there is nothing like this. If I decide to change, I don’t even know what it’s like, I’ll like something, but when you come to the garage in the morning and see the PILOT, you forget about everything and again only the PILOT. Of course, the pilot has disadvantages as well as any other car, but there are none in which you immediately start thinking about changing the car. Moreover, it is difficult to find a type of the same and for that kind of money. The Ford Explorer came out, a big beautiful gadget on wheels. It would be better for him to make more equipment, and not the Internet and all kinds of voice control there in English. Seven seats, with all seven unfolded chairs, there is no room at all. And so the car is a worthy competitor to the pilot, especially among the youth. In general, for work, for a family, a pilot is the best option... And also for those who need reliable car Those who value safety, prestige, combined with the simplicity of the Russian soul, do not have cars for all occasions (both to the theater, to pick mushrooms, and to hunt).
After driving 42,000 km, there were no problems at all. Through my own fault, I broke the lower part of the locker. Mixed consumption 12.9 in summer, 13.4 in winter with climate control on. This is when measuring without zeroing the computer with a run of 5-6 thousand km, city-highway in a ratio of 30/70. I do not turn off the climate control at all, it is always in the car and at the same time a decent microclimate is always maintained in the cabin. There is really one speck on back door, but they said that they would eliminate it under warranty. True, I do not want to, and there is no time to leave a car for a week at the officials. At minus 20-25 it starts well. At lower temperatures, I try not to go anywhere, only when necessary. "

Oleg Luzyanin 29.11.2011 : “I climbed into such a mud. the door was scary to open. Viscous, greasy, thick mud. Unfolded in the dark, at night in the rain. On the drive at a speed I drove about 10 meters into the very mud and got up. I think everything is pep! Don't quit. Calmed down. Enabled the lock function rear differential, the first time in 2 years. 1 lowered automatic machine on the box, there are 2 more. did not understand why they are needed! And I went, rowing so that joy filled my soul and mind, all covered in mud but pulled out. He went out and looked where I had drifted and gasped, the track was huge, the earth was greasy and soggy. Excellent for a crossover!
trifle "

My name is Alexander

Advantages: I bought a car in complete set... The best on the market simply does not exist. The salon is like a comfortable apartment, there is a lot of space, you can play football, many different gadgets, niches, cup holders, everything is conveniently and well thought out. The seats are comfortable, both for driver and passenger. The audio system is excellent, the sound is excellent. The on-board computer is multifunctional, it shows almost all the information. Soundproofing is just class. Heated all seats. Powerful, three-zone climate control. It is very warm in the car in winter. The trunk lid can be opened both from the interior and from the key, and you can open both the entire lid and only one glass. The dynamics are excellent, the handling is also excellent, the stabilization system works well, only when the road is bad, the car must be held. The engine is powerful and high-spirited, jumps are not felt. The automatic transmission works well, there are no failures. There is a button on the box for dynamic acceleration when overtaking, a very cool thing. The brakes are normal. Average consumption in the city of 15 liters. The suspension raises no complaints.

Flaws: The plastic in the cabin is a little easily soiled. No USB, just not clear why. There is no automatic folding of mirrors.

Operating experience: There are no problems at all. The car is almost perfect, except for various little things. I advise, there is an opportunity, take it.

My name is Boris

Advantages: The main factors for me were the presence of 3 rows of seats, a comfortable fit, low fuel consumption and roomy trunk... Many options were eliminated, and only the Pilot came up in all parameters. When the third row is extended, a baby stroller, a children's bicycle and a couple of small bags from the store are placed in the trunk, and when the third row is folded, the seats are just a shaft, even if you live there. The service works as needed, quickly, efficiently and ... what is very important - inexpensive. The fit is very comfortable. Even with the third row, there is enough space in the cabin, passengers do not rest on their knees. Consumption pleased, the car is very economical. The car does not cause problems. In general, for a relatively small amount you get a spacious, comfortable, economical and reliable car... For me, there are no other such options anymore, definitely only the Pilot.

Flaws: There is no minus at all, this is a really very nice car.

Operating experience: There was one problem. The rear left shock absorber leaked, but the service quickly changed it under warranty.

Is the car worth the money? - Yes

My name is Leo

Advantages: I always liked Honda, I bought a Pilot last summer. Of course, I considered many options (the family is large and my mother-in-law lives with us, so I wanted three rows, a normal trunk and a comfortable fit). Plus I compared the price, fuel consumption, and transport tax. The Pilot approached me the most, he turned out to be the most the best option... There is also a comfortable fit, even with the third row unfolded, there is room in the trunk - a carriage and a small trolley (accommodated a large stroller and bags from the store). When I shift two rows at all, a decent vein forms in the car. area))) has already passed the first MOT, but they did not tell me anything bad there, they even joked that the car is even now in space. It is very convenient and economical. Good services and the people work there, too. The ergonomics are not bad, it is very convenient for me to operate (I taught my son, he liked it too). Handling is gorgeous, the car is obedient, the engine is powerful.

Flaws: Nooo, this is my dream car.

Operating experience: There was only one small problem - the right shock absorber leaked, but it doesn't matter, the dealer did everything in the best possible way under warranty.

The world famous company Honda has earned the favor of the Russians for its high-quality automotive technology. One of the best-selling cars presented on the domestic market by this manufacturer is the 2008 Honda Pilot model. Despite the fact that the Russian automotive market today is full of more modern analogues, it is this car that does not lose its relevance, and it is only arriving in the ranks of its admirers. We invite you to take a closer look at features of Honda Pilot 2008, evaluate its advantages and how to deal with the disadvantages.

Today the car is available in two main trim levels:

• LX. It has become a tradition for the Japanese brand to produce cars in a rich basic configuration. As part of the "base" you will receive a cruise control system, air conditioning, a CD player, automated door locks, power windows.
• EX. In addition to the basic elements, this configuration assumes the presence of light-alloy wheels, climate control, an ultra-modern music system, as well as a system for monitoring the level of pressure in the wheels, stabilization and a CD-challenger for 6 discs. It also offers an original rudder design and an integrated steering wheel adjuster.

Quality family crossover

There is also an EX-L offering, equipped with leather interior, heated seats, navigation, panoramic sunroofs and a DVD player. In all trim levels, a driver's seat adjustment system is installed, which assumes eight main modes.

This crossover is both functional, practical in terms of fuel consumption, and comfortable for any driver.

First public reaction

The management of the Japanese company decided to present the second generation of the Pilot lineup back in 2008. With little preparation, in the fall, the brand held a demonstration at the North American Auto Show as part of an international exhibition. The audience reacted to the novelty very ambiguously, because its external and technical characteristics made an ambiguous impression. Despite the presence of a very spacious and comfortable cabin, the overall design of the car and the concept in which it was designed was repulsively brutal: too large and too angular. Due to the ambiguous reaction of the audience at the international exhibition and the not very successful launch of the model on the market, the management of the Japanese brand decided to slightly modernize the Honda Pilot 2008 (pilot).

The car was restyled in 2011, thanks to which the car acquired the following elements:

• front bumper in a new design;
• improved radiator grill;
• powerful and modern fog lights;
• rear hitch.

In addition, the 2008 version of the Honda Pilot, which was sold in the Russian automotive market, received another modification - the power plant of the car was deformed and, instead of the required 257, now had 249 horsepower. Since then, it has been fashionable to find models of this Honda with a derated engine, but with a pre-styled body in the domestic market of used cars. One of the key features of this car is rightfully considered a high level of safety, which made a real splash at one time. The rating of the safest cars, annually compiled by the best experts in the automotive industry in the United States of America, it was this model in the new format that led for many years in a row. The last restyling of the car took place in 2014.

Very large car

This crossover at one time surprised the audience with its dimensions, but this was expected, because the car is really large enough for its segment:

• the length of the car body is 4875 millimeters;
• the body width is about 1995 millimeters;
• the body height is slightly smaller - 1845 millimeters;
• note the height of the wheelbase, which in this model reaches 2775 millimeters;
• the height of the ground clearance in this crossover is 200 millimeters;
• the front track of the crossover reaches 17,720 millimeters in width;
• the trunk volume is significant - 510 liters, however, it, among other things, can be significantly expanded (up to 2464 liters).

It is also worth saying that the restyled body of this representative of the lineup in the second generation looks very stylish. Meanwhile, it is clearly not devoid of shortcomings:

• extremely thin and regularly scratched paintwork;
• quickly cloudy front optics;
• taillights often fog up;
• chrome-plated elements will peel off.

The power plant of the second generation crossover

The Japanese brand introduced a novelty to the world and, in particular, the Russian market, significantly limiting potential buyers in their choice. So, only one engine option was available. In this case, we are talking about the J35Z4 model, the volume of which is 3.5 liters, and the initial power indicator was 257 horsepower. Recall that since 2011 the engine has been derated, so that today the 249 horsepower engine option is widespread on the market.

It is worth noting that the engine installed in the 2008 Honda Pilot has one very significant advantage. The power plant of the model has a pre-installed specialized VCM system. The essence of its work lies in the fact that it continuously monitors the operation of the power plant and, if necessary, turns off three or two cylinders in the rear block. The introduction of this feature into the power plant was necessary, since at the time of the creation and start of sales of the car, the problem of saving fuel resources was especially acute.

For the development of the J35Z4 engines, the specialists of the Japanese company used their own designs, dated back to 1999. We are talking about the power plant, codenamed J35A1, which formed the basis for the Odyssey RA6-9 / RL. The third row of seats can be hidden

Typical problems arising in the operation of a modified power plant

Several years of active sales of this crossover allowed qualified specialists to determine the list of the main problems that are associated with the operation of the engine in the car system:

• When the mileage of the car exceeds the 100 thousand kilometers mark, the camshafts wear out almost immediately. It is worth noting that, as a rule, both camshafts are subjected to wear at once. Meanwhile, exceptions are also possible. So, sometimes after 100 thousand kilometers, only the front camshaft has to be changed. This problem is caused by the so-called oil starvation, which in turn arises from the influence of two main factors. First of all, it should be said about the unforgivable negligence of car owners who do not control the oil level. However, one cannot deny the constructive miscalculation of the model developers, because it is obvious that for some reason they reduced the volume of the internal combustion engine lubrication system. In this regard, oil from the sump during a cold start of the engine in a low temperature mode in full goes directly into the power unit. Note that the restyling of the model in 2011 could not solve this problem.
• Another drawback of the VCM system is the regular oil leakage from under its block. In most cases, it goes directly to the generator of the power plant. This can only be fixed by repairing the motor.
• The catalysts in the model are capable of withstanding a mileage in the range of 120-150 thousand kilometers. Most often they are not changed by installing flame arresters, the cost of which is an order of magnitude less.
• The crossover design contains expensive hydraulic supports, which will have to be changed at least every 150 thousand kilometers.

Virtually hassle-free drivetrain

The second generation Honda pilot (2008) received a transmission really unpretentious. However, in order for its functioning not to be associated with the regular occurrence of a mass of malfunctions, competent service is necessary. So, the correct maintenance of a 5-speed automatic transmission installed in a car consists in systematic monitoring of the oil condition and its timely replacement. In addition, it is very important to carry out a professional technical inspection of the machine on a regular basis in order to identify the places of fogging and oil leaks in time.

The machine comes with an all-wheel drive system called VTM-4, which has proven itself remarkably in the automotive market even as part of the first generation Acura MDH. It should be emphasized that in the case when the car is constantly used in difficult operating conditions, it is worth changing the oil in the rear differential every 17 thousand kilometers.

If desired, you can find a single-wheel drive Honda of this model, however, its sales were carried out exclusively in the United States.

Suspension and steering features of the crossover

The description of the model on the official website of the Japanese brand is quite colorful and, as always, extremely positive. Meanwhile, the brand's management tries not to mention the cost of servicing the car and its individual components, and the service really costs a lot of money.

This is also true for the suspension installed in this crossover. Of course, it is optimal for long journeys. However, for comfort during long trips, you will have to pay a decent amount, because the rear struts take another 70 thousand kilometers, and the front ones fail after 140 thousand kilometers. Due to the fact that the acquisition of new levers is a very expensive business, many car owners of this model solve the problem as follows: the ball rods and silent tires are repressed, as a result, working for at least 200 thousand kilometers.

Hub bearings will not fail earlier than after 100 thousand kilometers, and the rear springs sag on a run of at least 180 thousand. The latter is subject to the regular transportation of heavy loads. The steering rack at a hundredth thousand kilometers will make itself felt with a strong tapping.

With regard to steering, it must be said that heavy weight significantly reduces the maneuverability of the car, so such a crossover most likely will not be spirited around the corner, even with skillful driving. However, in all other aspects, they are in no way inferior to their counterparts. This machine performs well in adverse weather conditions and even handles medium-sized potholes and grooves in the road surface. In the best way, the crossover will show itself on a flat roadway as in a city.

Roomy and comfortable salon

Performance is by no means the most important thing for a car in the family crossover category. The interior of this car deserves your attention. Initially, the level of passive safety inside the car remains at a fairly high level. To improve the effectiveness of the use of airbags, the specialists of the Japanese brand have developed two modes for them, which are triggered with different forces in accordance with the severity of the collision, which is determined by the crossover system. The side airbag, which is designed for the front passenger, also works on the basis of an intelligent system. This cushion assumes the presence of specialized sensors, which, in turn, fully read the position in which the passenger sits on the seat and make adjustments to the release of this safety device.

The interior of the cabin can be called conservative, but at the same time comfortable. The seats in it are arranged in such a way that the passenger can sit reclining. Additional elements in the cabin include:

• cup holders literally in unlimited quantities;
• drawers;
• glove compartments;
• pockets for various little things: from documents to felt-tip pens.

Despite the fact that the brand positions this crossover as an eight-seater, this designation is very arbitrary. In the third row, it will be very difficult for the three passengers to be accommodated. But, if necessary, you can get rid of these seats and, thereby, add space in the luggage compartment.

The management of the Japanese brand paid special attention to the selection of materials for the interior trim. It is covered with high quality leather and is certainly pleasing to the eye thanks to its excellent aesthetic properties. Regarding the dashboard, we note that it is made in the traditional style for cars from Honda.

The most important thing is the conclusions

In the market, this model, despite all its disadvantages, practically does not lose its relevance. Such a Honda is almost an ideal solution for families and large companies. In addition, if a conscientious driver monitors the operating conditions of his car and timely contact the services, the car will faithfully serve its owner for many years. In addition, we note that the complex of disadvantages inherent in this crossover pales in comparison with the colossal problems of its modern counterparts. The demand for this Honda can be judged by its popularity among the hijackers. Several years ago, they literally laid siege to cities across the country in search of just such a car.

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Honda Pilot - American crossover of the Japanese brand

The first launch of the frame mid-size crossover Honda Pilot took place in 2003. The car, as they say, "shot". This is evidenced by the impressive sales volume. Throughout the history of the model, about 1.4 million cars have been sold with the Pilot nameplate. In 2008, the public welcomed the second generation warmly, and in 2012 it underwent a “facelift”. It is with such a second generation that we are dealing now. A third-generation series is slated for 2016 model year, but those are days to come.

Externally at different angles

Outwardly, the second generation Honda Pilot looks brutal, if not rude. The square shapes with slightly rounded edges are reminiscent of powerful animals (most of all the hippo). The pre-styling version had even sharper, chopped edges. The weight of the car is corresponding - 2062 kg. The dimensions are also impressive - 4870 × 1995 × 1845 mm. A kind of parallelepiped five by two.

On the "face" there is a square optics and a solid radiator grille of three chrome crossbars with the brand's logo in the center. It is noteworthy that the front light will certainly be halogen; diodes and xenon are not available in any of the trim levels.

For many, the profile of a car evokes one association - a brick. A straight roofline, almost square windows, straight molding and bulging "muscular" wheel arches confirm the first impression of a powerful men's car... Looking at the second generation Honda Pilot from behind, we see a square with symmetrical exhaust pipes.

Men will appreciate appearance auto. They will like that the car waiting in the parking lot is not "sleek", but radiates reliability, solidity and strength, like a real father of a family.

Salon and finishing

The interior of a car with a wheelbase of almost 3 meters (278 cm) and a body length of almost 5 meters simply has to be roomy. Eight people can be freely accommodated on three rows of seats.

A driver of any body size will freely accommodate behind the wheel. In his chair there are electric position adjusters with a memory function. The steering wheel is adjustable in height and reach, but even in the most expensive configuration, an electric drive is not provided for these purposes. An ambiguous impression remains from the automatic transmission shift knob located on the side of the central panel. The solution is practical, but many drivers will have to get used to it for a long time.

The first two rows of seats are equipped with heated upper and lower sections of the seat. The dashboard is organized quite ergonomically. All devices are in place and read at a glance. The hard plastic used in the decoration is somewhat saddening. However, the assembly is good, there is no backlash or squeak. The imitation leather is practically indistinguishable from the skin.

Interior comfort

With a cursory examination of the salon, it becomes clear that the car is a family one. A huge number of pockets, niches, cup holders and shelves will allow you to place all the items necessary for the family at arm's length. Large families will be delighted to have 4 child seat anchorages.

Another one characteristic feature salon is covered in a radio tape recorder. Driving loudspeakers create hum in the opposite phase to engine noise, which significantly improves sound comfort. To help active noise cancellation, passive protection is also installed. Physical comfort is provided by climate control with a separate passenger control unit and air vents.

Trunk and metamorphosis

With three rows of seats raised, the trunk volume is 510 liters. This space is enough to accommodate all the belongings of eight passengers. And with the seats folded down, the interior of the car turns into a normal “room” of 2,700 liters. With the third row of seats folded down, there is room for five people and a load of 1,700 liters.

This is both a place to transport a two-month supply of food, and a comfortable bed. The folded backs form a fairly flat surface. The massive tailgate is equipped with an electric drive and a hinged window. The floor is quite high above the ground, which is not surprising, because the car's ground clearance is 203 mm, plus a full-size spare wheel is hidden under the boot floor.

Gasoline "heart"

The described crossover is equipped with a six-cylinder 3.5-liter engine. 24 valves and a direct injection system provide 249 horsepower. The torque reaches 347 Nm. It allows you to accelerate a two-ton vehicle to 100 km / h in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed is 180 km / h. For our latitudes, the engine control unit is equipped with a system that allows it to start without problems even at temperatures of -40C.

Fuel consumption is 18 liters per 100 km in the city, on the highway - about 11, and in the combined cycle - 13 liters. A special system of intelligent connection of cylinders helps to save fuel. At minimum loads, only 3 "pots" work, the rest are connected with increasing load. Both the 95th and the 92nd can be poured into an 80-liter tank, without much damage to the mechanisms and dynamic characteristics.

Transmission

Any second-generation Honda Pilot uses a 5-speed automatic as a transmission. The drive is necessarily full automatic. Variants with mechanical box gears do not exist, which is natural, given the size of the car. Pilot newcomers often miss their gear changes due to the mentioned design of the corresponding lever.

Suspension and wheels

The chassis of the second generation of the crossover from Honda is in common with the Acura MDX. Equipping such a large car with a typical lightweight suspension is justified by its purpose. First of all, it is utilitarian family car, which is not designed for wild off-road, although it has a frame body structure.

Front McFerrson and rear multi-link provide excellent trail travel or dirt roads, but on off-road (even moderate) they frankly cannot cope. For those who still decide to try the Honda Pilot off the road, it is better to forget about diagonal hanging, the technical characteristics of the suspension and the body configuration will not allow this. And it's better to remember about the slip assist system, but don't rely on it much, it's still a crossover, and not a fearless off-road conqueror.

Dynamic characteristics

The Pilot is driven the way a large car should be driven. An imposing and measured ride with good longitudinal stability walks confidently along the track, smoothly responds to the steering wheel and also smoothly picks up speed. Technical characteristics do not allow to play around corners, the car is almost 2 meters tall and is prone to lateral swing.

Rough terrain with uncomplicated terrain can also be ridden with plenty. The Slip Assist system, together with the rear differential lock and the steep hill start system, allows you to overcome most obstacles. The built-in tilt angle sensor also helps in such situations. It receives information about the vehicle's position in space and transmits it to the transmission control unit, in which torque is distributed.

Security

The engineers paid a lot of attention to this aspect. A dozen airbags are distributed throughout the cabin, including inflatable curtains between the rows of seats. Intelligent brake force distribution and ABS provide excellent braking performance.

Additional security driving systems provide passive cruise control, assistance at the start on an inclined road and directional stability. The issue of comfort and safety is important to consider when choosing a family crossover.

Comparison of advantages and disadvantages

The general impression of the second generation Honda Pilot is more than favorable, but this does not mean that there are no shortcomings. The table below will help to visually consider the ratio of positive and negative qualities.

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Honda Pilot

We bring to your attention an overview of the characteristics, interior and exterior of the Honda Pilot E-Class SUV.

The first generation of Honda Pilot SUVs was released in 2003, and restyling took place in 2006. It is an eight-seat front-wheel drive E-class crossover with a plug-in rear axle. The car is large and roomy, it has a powerful 3.5-liter engine on board, and all-wheel drive and ground clearance push you to simple maneuvers. In general, the Pilot is a versatile vehicle that will help out in any case.

Honda Pilot: appearance

As you can see in the photo above, the Honda Pilot delights with its external roughness and brutality, making it look like a full-fledged huge SUV.

At first, it is difficult to get used to the dimensions and, driving through the yards crowded with cars, you have to act very carefully. In such conditions, there is a lack of automatic folding mirrors.

Roof rails deserve special attention. They are perfectly positioned from the edge of the body to the middle of the roof.

If the appearance of this car does not suit you with its dimensions, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the car Honda Crosstour, the Crosstour's specifications match the crossover, and the exterior looks like the station wagon.

2012 Honda Pilot interior and interior

Interior photos

The interior of this model is spacious and comfortable. A driver of any height and build can comfortably get behind the wheel. The seats are instantly adjusted by pressing a pair of electrically adjustable buttons. Get settled on rear seats possible with ease, thanks to the wide doors. There is almost enough space for all passengers of average build. The interior is finished with hard plastic, but you can't hear a squeak when driving. In general, the soundproofing of the Honda Pilot is good level... The seats are trimmed with leather, although it's hard to say how natural it is. But in principle, the quality of the interior trim of the car is decent.

The salon contains many different niches, drawers, glove compartments and cup holders, in which you can conveniently place various small things.

The car is very functional. Electric adjustment of mirrors and seats, full power accessories, as well as climate control with all functions and separate adjustment for passengers will delight any car owner.

There are no questions regarding ergonomic indicators. Access to controls, and adjustment of various elements is free and intuitive. There is nothing superfluous in front of your eyes, and nothing distracts while driving.

The interior of the Honda Pilot SUV is easily transformed. If you move the seats, you can provide extra space for passengers or to increase the already huge trunk. The boot floor is high, which is normal for vehicles with a spare wheel under the bottom and increased ground clearance.

Specifications Honda Pilot

Engine

Honda has introduced a novelty among mid-size SUVs - the Honda Pilot. This car is equipped with a 24-valve V6 SOHC VTEC engine, which with a volume of 3471 cc. see develops a power of 257 hp. The design provides a single camshaft and a lightweight aluminum alloy cylinder block. To save fuel, it is equipped with the latest variable cylinder control system, which allows the engine blocks to be switched off depending on the load. This system is not new, however, in the Honda Pilot, the structure and structure of this system is a little more complicated: at low load, only three cylinders are turned on, with its growth, the fourth cylinder is turned on. If you press the gas pedal to the floor, the whole engine will come to life. Manufacturers declared urban consumption at the level of 16 l / 100 km, mixed 11.8 l / 100 km and suburban consumption at 9.2 l / 100 km. In fact, the engine is much more voracious, and you can safely add 2-3 liters to each type of ride. 95th gasoline.

Until 2004, a 3.5 liter engine was installed on the Honda Pilot, which developed 240 hp, and since 2004, V6 SOHC VTEC began to be installed in all Honda Pilots, which, with the same volume, is more powerful by 17 hp.

Safety

Japanese manufacturers also took care of safety. Indeed, Honda is the safest SUV on Russian roads, you can use its technical characteristics to the fullest. Vehicle equipped the latest systems active safety ABS, electronic brake force distribution, directional stability, assistance at the start on the rise. A dozen airbags will take care of the lives of the driver and passengers, and cruise control will help keep a safe distance.

Honda Pilot Price

You can also familiarize yourself with the prices of the Honda Civic on our website.

Honda Pilot - photo

If you don't like crossovers, then check out the photo of the Honda Jazz, this hatchback belongs to the lower budget models.

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Honda Pilot: technical characteristics, dimensions. Photos of the salon and cars Honda Pilot

Honda Pilot is a new generation SUV successfully released for the American market. From 2003 to the present day, about one and a half million have been sold in the world; in Russia, the car was widespread in 2008 - during this time, about ten thousand cars found their owners. The Honda pilot, whose technical characteristics continue to delight with "versatility", continues to gain popularity.

Honda Pilot 2009, salon

As you can see in the photo of the salon, the older Honda Pilot models had a "brick" appearance and a spacious interior, but the new models acquired improved aerodynamics, noise isolation and a "streamlined look", however dimensions have not decreased, but the "palette" of body colors has expanded. You can see the body colors of the Honda Pilot in the photos below. You also need to pay attention to some "external" characteristics:

• The salon has become more spacious: the length has increased from eighty millimeters to five meters;
• The wheelbase is "stretched" by forty-five millimeters;
• The trunk is also lengthened by forty-five millimeters;
• Now the crossover has become twenty-five millimeters lower: the front wheels have dropped by almost three centimeters, the middle sofa by three centimeters, and the third row by six centimeters at once;
• Previous Honda Pilot models had seventeen-inch wheel disks, the new one - eighteen-inch, and in America, in general, twenty-inch;
• The weight of the body has become lighter by forty kilograms and somewhat stiffer than the previous one.

Description of "salon" advantages of Honda Pilot

The overall dimensions of the Honda Pilot suggest a special condition for comfort inside the car. A person of any height and build will be able to mix, the angle of the back is adjustable, and the back itself is quite soft, wide central folding armrest and a window sill in the opposite side. Providing the ability to carry more passengers, Honda has expanded the number of cup holders to six. The double floor in the boot is made of plastic and can be rotated on both sides. Behind the third row, the volume of the trunk of the Honda Pilot increased to three hundred and five liters, behind the second - to eight hundred and twenty-seven liters, and with both rows folded - one thousand seven hundred and seventy nine liters.

Five USB ports, four of which have a charging function and a second HDMI port with headphone output and audio-video input.

Glasses are equipped with retractable curtains; heated sofa in the form of buttons under the seat, there are personal control panels for three-zone climate control. Here you can name a minus, albeit a minor one: automatic windows only on the front windows.

Under the ceiling, you can see the DVD system, which has a nine-inch flip-down screen. The quality of the plastic has improved markedly, and it does not rattle on the bumps, and the dashboard has changed its "oakiness" to inserts made of soft plastic. The scale design has been updated: the on-board computer has a color screen, and the speedometer is replaced by large numbers at the top. The automatic transmission, when shifted to another mode, "changes" the color of the sections located on the side from blue to red. Vibration isolation completely eliminates engine noise from the passenger - noise cancellation through a separate microphone suppresses any source of external noise. Photos of the Honda Pilot salon are presented below.

Ergonomics and equipment

The parking brake remains where it was in the early Honda Pilot models. But the machine selector returned to the place between the seats, the engine start button appeared - distinctive feature new modification. The Honda pilot has increased its overall dimensions, so the camera with a "view" back now displays the image on the screen of the multimedia system, preliminarily increasing the viewing angle. There is still some difference between American cars:

• position control system on the lane and when changing lanes;
• Cruise control;
• in case of a threat of frontal accidents, a warning by a special system is possible;
• upon departure reverse the assistant function is triggered.

The Russian car is not equipped with these functions due to high cost... But remote engine start, rain sensor, electric folding side mirrors, backlight interior and the ability to access the car without a key - all this has been preserved.

You will be interested in what ...

… The fuel system with a 3-liter engine and multi-point injection, equipped with a cylinder deactivation function. Honda Pilot "runs" on the ninety-second gasoline. The new SUV accelerates to one hundred kilometers per hour in ten seconds, and the Honda Pilot's fuel consumption has dropped by 1.2 liters per hundred kilometers. The automatic transmission has six steps instead of a five-speed one. The first five provide an increase in the acceleration dynamics, but the sixth stage was made as if it were longer in order to ensure fuel economy on the highway, while the two-ton weight of the Honda Pilot allows you to drive the car smoothly.

For a Russian car, the ground clearance was increased from one hundred and eighty-five millimeters to two hundred, and the center of gravity was significantly raised due to the lifted suspension. There is no front-wheel drive version for Russia, only four-wheel drive with a traditional scheme: the front wheels remain, and during slipping or acceleration, the rear drive gearbox is “connected” to help. There is no inter-wheel differential, while the axle shafts are connected through a multi-plate clutch of the driven gear.

The new Honda Pilot has a gearbox lightened by ten kilograms, reinforced for a twenty percent increase in torque and is supplemented in the design. Instead of the usual ball couplings of an electromagnetic drive, hydraulic pumps are clamped on the semi-axles, which allow them to "work" as much as forty-six percent faster! The all-wheel drive has been modified using the vector distribution of the rear axle thrust not by braking, but by means of torque, which is taken to the rear axle through a separate overdrive gearbox. This helps to "enter" the corners more smoothly.

• Forced locking of clutches rear gear the modern Honda Pilot is abolished. The developers considered it necessary to remove it due to the acting frictional clutches of the rear axle shafts, which must constantly slip, thereby compensating for the difference in the speed of rotation of the rear and front wheels. Management is carried out automatically.
• It is worth noting that Honda is the first car to receive four cross-country modes: snow, mud, sand and normal. Gas reactions are varied with electronic system traction control, as well as the operation of an automatic transmission with an all-wheel drive and stabilization system.
• At the same time, the "snow" mode, the rear axle receives a lot of traction, while the "mud" and "sand" - a sharp reaction to gas, where the box withstands maximum rpm, and the stabilization system provides long-term slip.
• Motor protection is provided in aluminum or steel, but the towing eyelet is far away.
• Suspension arms are made of aluminum and steel and have stamps.
• The photo below is the 2016 differential. model year... Pay attention to the friction packs of the axle shafts, which are clearly visible.

The "normal" mode is perfect for the off-road section, the hook allows the SUV to hold on with confidence. The imitation of the interwheel locking system does not allow stopping due to diagonal hanging. However, off-road, namely in mud or loose sand, a lowered row is clearly felt. Do not forget that the automatic transmission will not be able to keep the car on the slope, and when the brake is released, it will roll back. The start assistant on the rise could have come in handy here, but the Russian modification does not imply its appearance.

Honda Pilot prices

According to statistics, Russian sales fell by seventy-five percent. Honda is more and more economical in adapting cars to Russian roads.

In Russia, the price of a Honda Pilot varies from 2,307,000 to 2,657,000 rubles, however new SUV due to the introduction of new technologies, it will cost even more. It is interesting that the car has practically no competitors - the eight-seater saloon was not produced and is not produced by its predecessors. The main competitor in terms of equipment is the Nissan Pathfinder with a 3.5-liter engine. Assembled in St. Petersburg, it significantly saves on assembly. In 2014, the highest price was 2,570,000 rubles, in 2015 up to 2,760,000 rubles. The list of equipment includes everything that the Pilot has: three-zone climate control, heated steering wheel, front seat ventilation and a DVD player for rear passengers.

Another competitor is the front-wheel-drive Toyota Highlander with a 2.7-liter engine, which costs up to 2,629,000 rubles, but there is also a front-wheel-drive version with a 3.5-liter engine, which costs about 2,964,000 rubles. It has only heated seats with a steering wheel and climate control. There is no cinema there.

It must be said that the technical characteristics of the Honda Pilot have improved significantly compared to the two previous models:

• The volume of the tank has increased to seventy-four liters;
• The maximum speed is one hundred and ninety two kilometers per hour;
• Torque - up to two hundred and ninety at five thousand revolutions per minute;
• The volume of the engine has increased to almost three thousand cubic centimeters.

Despite the fact that the Russian version of the Honda Pilot is somewhat "cut down" in comparison with the American one, the car is suitable for driving long distances. The comfort declared by the manufacturer is a matter of sympathy for many families who value comfort and capacity.

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Features Honda Pilot 2008-2010 SUV 3.5 AT (Honda Pilot)

Used car price: 298,000 - 2,500,000 rubles.

Other configurations of the car produced during these years: Honda Pilot 3.5, Honda Pilot 3.5 AT, Honda Pilot 3.5 AT

Tell about inaccuracy

Specifications Honda Pilot 3.5 AT in the back of an SUV. Honda Pilot car was produced from 2008-2010.

Technical characteristics of the car "Honda Pilot" are indicated according to the manufacturer's data. The table shows the main parameters: dimensions, engines, gearboxes, drive type, fuel consumption, dynamic characteristics, etc. technical information check with authorized dealers.

Ground clearance (clearance) of the Honda Pilot is the minimum distance between the supporting surface and the bottom point machine, for example, with engine protection. The ground clearance may vary depending on the modification and equipment of the vehicle.

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