Crossover Honda Pilot

Honda Pilot - the crossover, which premiered in 2008. Honda Pilot - pureblood "American". The project of this car was developed at the Californian design studio Honda . How to deal with a whimsical "American", the book on repair and maintenance of the Honda Pilot car of the publishing house Monolith will tell.

The external dimensions of the car are decent: length 4870 mm, width 1995 mm, height - 1845 mm. With such dimensions, the Pilot is slightly inferior to the Mazda CX-9 and Audi Q7 , and the width even bypasses them. Of course, in the Honda Pilot three rows of rear seats, and all the seats are molded for three passengers, which in total gives eight seats.
The exterior design of the Honda Pilot without any frills. The car has a "square" shape. Everyone understands the car according to different criteria. Some appreciate the stylish design, even if in front of them is one of the biggest SUVs. In others, a large car is associated with rudeness. For fans of the latter, the Honda Pilot will do.
For those who prefer such cars, the first place is "filling". And in the Pilot it is very interesting. First of all - it's a spacious salon. Even the highest driver the car provides the most free landing, while tall passengers can comfortably accommodate on the seats of the middle row. In addition, even in the basic configuration, mid-range passengers will be pleasantly surprised by the presence of its own climate control and heated seat unit. The rear sofas are adjustable in the angle of the backrest and fore and aft. As for the third row, then with comfort there can accommodate two, and if you sit more tightly, then there are three passengers.
The front panel has an abundance of straight, even lines. Plastic, which at first glance seems pleasant, turned out to be tough and obviously not the most expensive. The main thing in the cabin is functionality. There are a large number of compartments and pockets, led by a large compartment located in the central tunnel. The selector is located on the front panel. The instrument panel is distinguished by good informativeness and originality of performance.
Honda Pilot is equipped with a petrol "six" with a volume of 3.5 liters, the power of which is 257 hp. The peculiarity of this motor is the system of partial disconnection of the cylinders. The economy of the motor is enhanced by the i-VTEC system , which closes the valves in several or one cylinder. Coupled with this engine is a five-speed automatic transmission that works smoothly and without delay.

Although the engine has good power, but it drives the car smoothly, without excitement. Of course, you should remember about the mass of the car in 2 tons. On the road the car is very confident, even at a speed of 150 km / h, and in the cabin at the same time silence and peace. At the height of smooth running. The reverse motion is assisted by a parking aid and a rear-view camera, the image of which is fed to the mirror in the salon.
With its dimensions, the car demonstrates clear feedback on the steering wheel. Suspension fulfills all road pits imperceptibly for the driver and passengers.
In a critical situation, the machine behaves predictably: it begins to slide off four wheels outside the turn, and in response to the discharge of gas goes into a well-controlled skid, which is quickly quenched by the stabilization system.

Off-road potential Pilot is hidden in the VTM-4 Lock button. This button forcibly blocks the clutch of the rear wheel drive at speeds above 29 km / h. The clearance of 200 mm and winter tires provide good cross-country ability, both on the washed track and at steep climbs.

Is it worth "stuffing" the car with all the possible bells and whistles of an SUV, if in fact you leave the asphalt several times a year? Honda Pilot has a daring appearance, excellent comfort, excellent functionality and good handling. And what else does the owner of a large SUV need?