2023 Honda Pilot review

1. Thoughtful passenger comforts

Ushering in an all-new fourth generation, the redesigned 2023 Honda Pilot makes passenger comfort a priority. Setting the tone and standard across all trims are ambient LED lighting and an automatic climate control system with humidity control and air filtration. Second-row passengers enjoy 40.8 inches of legroom, two USB charging ports, and an abundance of drink holder options. Access to the third row is at the touch of a button that allows you to slide the second-row seats forward to make entry and exit a cinch.

2. It's ready for anything

For upscale adventurers, the 2023 Pilot comes equipped for the challenge. With 7.3-inches of ground clearance as standard, and the option of all-wheel drive on the LX , Sport, EX-L, and Touring trims (it's standard on TrailSport and Elite) reaching that idyllic picnic spot is easy for the 2023 Pilot. Urban challenges are covered too. Driver assistance technology features like traffic-jam assist and adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow will take the strain for you in stop-start traffic.

3. Handy technology

When you've got friends and family onboard, every journey has the potential to make a memory. The 2023 Pilot LX base trim features show how well-equipped this SUV is for enjoyable every day errands and those big-ticket road trip vacations. Whether you need to call ahead to make reservations or check in with your sitter back home, Bluetooth^® hands-free calling makes life easier. Smartphone connectivity from Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ is also standard, connecting you and your crew to your favorite music, podcasts, or audiobooks.

4. Clever configurations

If you are an SUV driver with a growing family or an always-active friendship group, it helps to have on-the-go versatility. For seven-seat space with eight-seat functionality, pick the Touring or Elite trim. They're fitted with a removable second-row middle seat, adding that extra capacity only when you need it most. When you don't, it stows into an under-floor compartment. On top of this, the Pilot cargo area is low-loading for ease, and with both rear rows folding flat too, you can head into college moving day with 87.0 cu-ft of space behind the front row to play with.

5. Athletic TrailSport trim

Taking the Pilot's off-road abilities up a notch is the new-for-2023 TrailSport trim. If a shared passion for the outdoors has your family or friends hiking, biking, and camping under the stars on the weekend, the TrailSport makes it easier to explore. The feeling of space and security permeates throughout, from its panoramic sunroof drenching the cabin in light to its 18-inch wheels and underbody skid plate protection. Luxuries are not forgotten either. Synthetic leather upholstery, a trim exclusive exterior colorway option (Diffused Sky Blue), and a surround-vision camera system, all make this one to watch.