2011 Honda Pilot

The 2011 Honda Pilot EX 4WD is a midsize SUV designed for family-oriented buyers seeking reliability, space, and all-weather capability. Here’s a detailed description based on available data: Overview - **Body Style**: 4-door SUV - **Seating Capacity**: 8 passengers across three rows - **Drivetrain**: Four-wheel drive (4WD) with Honda’s Variable Torque Management (VTM-4) system, which enhances traction in adverse conditions like snow or mud - **Engine**: 3.5-liter V6, producing 250 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque - **Transmission**: 5-speed automatic - **Curb Weight**: Approximately 4,550 lbs - **Price (MSRP when new)**: Around $34,270 (EX 4WD trim) Exterior - **Dimensions**: - Length: 190.9 inches - Width: 78.5 inches - Height: 72.7 inches - Wheelbase: 109.2 inches - **Styling**: Boxy, utilitarian design with a rugged yet refined look. Features a bold front grille, body-colored side mirrors, and 17-inch alloy wheels. - **Standard Exterior Features**: - Fog lights - Roof rails - Rear privacy glass - Power side mirrors - Multi-reflector halogen headlights ### Interior - **Cabin**: Spacious and functional with durable materials. The EX trim offers a step up from the base LX with added comfort features. - **Seating**: - Cloth upholstery - 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat - 60/40 split-folding second-row bench seat (slides and reclines) - 60/40 split-folding third-row seat, suitable for children or smaller adults - **Cargo Space**: - 18 cubic feet behind the third row - 47.7 cubic feet with third row folded - 87 cubic feet with both second and third rows folded - **Standard Interior Features**: - Tri-zone automatic climate control - Cruise control - Tilt/telescoping steering wheel - Keyless entry - 7-speaker audio system with AM/FM/CD, MP3/WMA playback, auxiliary input, and subwoofer - 12-volt power outlets and multiple storage compartments ### Performance and Handling - **Engine**: The 3.5L V6 is smooth and adequate for daily driving, though not sporty. It features Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), which deactivates cylinders to improve fuel efficiency. - **4WD System**: VTM-4 distributes torque to all four wheels as needed and includes a lock mode for low-speed, high-traction situations. - **Towing Capacity**: Up to 4,500 lbs when properly equipped. - **Ride Quality**: Comfortable and composed, with a soft suspension that prioritizes ride comfort over sharp handling. It handles well for its size but feels bulky in tight corners. - **Braking**: Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and brake assist provide confident stopping power. ### Safety - **Standard Safety Features**: - Antilock brakes (ABS) - Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) - Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with traction control - Front, side, and side-curtain airbags (for all three rows) - Active front head restraints - Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) - **Crash Test Ratings** (NHTSA, 2011 data): - Overall: 4 out of 5 stars - Frontal: 4 stars - Side: 5 stars - Rollover: 4 stars - **IIHS Ratings**: “Good” in most categories, though head restraint and rear crash protection rated “Acceptable.” ### Technology and Convenience - **Infotainment**: Basic for its time, with a focus on functionality: - AM/FM/CD stereo with 7 speakers - Auxiliary audio input - No standard Bluetooth or navigation (available on higher trims like EX-L or Touring) - **Convenience Features**: - HomeLink universal garage door opener - Rearview mirror with integrated compass - Illuminated vanity mirrors - Floor mats and cargo area tie-downs