2022 Honda Pilot Review

The Honda Pilot has been the largest SUV manufactured by Honda for almost two decades now. During this time, it has built up a solid reputation as a reliable budget option in the midsize SUV class, stuffed with amenities. The Honda Pilot’s new model in 2022 is available for sale currently. To take a closer look at its quirks and features, the following is the 2022 Pilot review:

Features

The Pilot is an 8-seater midsized SUV that can also seat 7 (with captain chairs in the second row) in its more upscale models. It features a total of 6 trims (one of them is off-road oriented) and 1 engine option. The Pilot is one of the most well-equipped Honda vehicles that are offered today.

Engine and Numbers

The 2022 Pilot is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine. This is good for producing 280 hp and 262 lb-ft. The transmission is a 9-speed automatic gearbox which sends the power to a front-wheel drive system. An all-wheel drive setup is optional.

The result is that the Pilot has an awesome 0-60 mph acceleration time of around 6 seconds. But it doesn’t adversely affect the fuel economy though. As far as the mileage is concerned, the EPA rates it good for 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway. The AWD gets you 19 mpg city; 26 mpg highway.

Interior and Technology

As it is mid-sized SUV, the 2022 Pilot is quite spacious and comfortable. Due to this, all of the occupants in the 3 rows will receive excellent headroom and legroom. Like all the Hondas of today, it has been also built quite well. But the real highlight is the Pilot’s storage area.

The Pilot offers the one of the best cargo spaces in the mid-size SUV class. The cargo floor is also adjustable so that you can increase the vertical space. You also have the option to buy the 2022 Pilot as a 7-or 8-seater. Lastly, there are also countless cubbies and cupholders available in the cabin.

2022 Pilot Sport

The Pilot Sport may be the base model but there’s nothing basic about the standard features that you get. For example, there’s tri-zone automatic climate control, push-button ignition, and keyless entry. The front seats are heated and the driver’s one has 10-way power adjustability as well.

The standard goodies don’t stop there with the infotainment also being top-class. There is an 8-inch touchscreen that’s connected to a 215W 7-speaker sound system (w/subwoofers). Android and Apple capabilities are also included with the system, along with some USB ports.

But despite all that, the Honda Sensing package gets all the attention. Included with all the Hondas today, it has forward-collision warning (w/automated emergency braking), blind-spot warning (w/rear-cross traffic alerts), lane-departure warning (w/lane-keeping assist), and a multi-angle rear-view cam.

2022 Pilot EX-L

So, how do you one-up the Pilot Sport then? Well, the 2022 Pilot adds leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a powered liftgate, a 1-touch moonroof, and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror. You also get adjustability on the front passenger seat and 2 memory options on the driver’s seat.

2022 Pilot Special Edition

The 2022 Honda Pilot Special Edition takes it up a notch, with additions such as a wireless phone charger. It also comes with a hands-free powered liftgate which makes it easier to load your Pilot in case your hands are full of luggage.

2022 Pilot TrailSport

The 2022 Pilot TrailSport trim is an offroad oriented model. As a result of this, most of its additional amenities are on the exterior to improve its performance. Inside, you do get Honda’s satellite navigation system with voice recognition.

2022 Pilot Touring

The 2022 Pilot Touring model gives you the option to choose between 8 and 7 seats, and it brings even more tech to the mix. There’s a larger (10.2-inch) touchscreen along with a more powerful 590W stereo with 10 speakers instead of 7.

You also get an entertainment system for the second row, multi-zone audio and Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, plus ambient mood lighting.

2022 Pilot Elite

The Elite trim brings more refinement in the form of perforation to the seats. It also adds a heated steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, and a panoramic roof to the 2022 Pilot. Both the first and second rows of seats are heated, while the former is also ventilated.

2022 Pilot Black Edition

The Black Edition trim is more of an appearance package than a trim level. This is why it mostly makes changes to the exterior of the 2022 Pilot.

2022 Pilot LX

2022 Pilot Sport

2022 Pilot Black Edition

Exterior and Driving

There’s nothing flashy about Honda’s new Pilot 2022 as it has a decent-looking exterior. To add to the looks, you can get the Special Edition model which comes with black roof rails and 20-inch gloss black alloy rims.

If you decide to get the 2022 Pilot Black Edition, it’ll also get you black roof rails along with black trim accents, and 20-inch alloy wheels. The TrailSport model is also different on the outside. It features its own unique 18-inch alloys, thicker offroad tires, and TrailSport badging.

The exterior colors on the 2022 Pilot are the following:

Before deciding your trim level, ensure that it has your favorite color available on it.

The 2022 Pilot has received a lot of praise for its powerful driving ability. Inside, you get a commanding driving position that gives you the best view of the road. The ride is comfortable and the handling is unlike any vehicle in the class.

As, the TrailSport model is built for offroading, it features a standard intelligent traction management system with special modes for snowy, sandy and muddy terrains. The trims above it do as well.

Reliability and Warranty

The 2022 Pilot has been given a predicted reliability rating of 79 out of 100 by JD power, which puts it at Average. Consumer Reports have praised it, calling it “extremely functional and pleasant”. The user reviews are more than positive.

You get Honda’s limited warranty of 36k miles/3 years and its powertrain warranty of 60k miles/5 years.

Verdict

The 2022 Honda Pilot is one of the finest offerings in its category. It does it all from providing a powerful and fuel-efficient engine, to a roomy interior packed with gadgetry. The Pilot is also reliable and a great vehicle to drive around in. It also offers an option for those interested more in off-tarmac driving.

In conclusion, this might just be the most complete midsized vehicle in the market today.

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