Overview
The all-new 2016 Honda Pilot comes in a total of seven trim levels, a choice of front-wheel drive or AWD systems, a 6-speed or 9-speed automatic transmission and available Honda Sensing™ to provide every customer with a version to fit their active lifestyle. The LX, EX and EX-L Navi trims follow traditional Honda model strategy accompanied by the Touring trim, which has been available on Pilot since the 2009 model year. The big news for the 2016 model year is the range-topping Elite trim that brings an entirely new level of sophistication to the Pilot. The Elite includes such luxury features as standard Honda Sensing™ including blind spot information with Rear Cross Traffic Monitor, LED headlights with auto-on/off and auto high-beam, a panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats and heated second-row captain’s chairs. The EX and EX-L trims are available with the Honda Sensing™ suite of safety and driver assistive features that comes standard on Touring and Elite trims.
Model Trim Level Summary
Pilot LX Features
Direct-injected 3.5-liter SOHC i-VTEC engine with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)
Drive-by-Wire Throttle System
Eco Assist™ System
Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®)
Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM)
Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC)
Hill Start Assist
Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4™) AWD System (available)
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer
6-Speed Automatic Transmission
Unit-Body Construction
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS)
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes
18-inch aluminum alloy wheels
All-Season Tires, 245/60 R18 105H
Compact Spare Tire, T165/80 D17 104M
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control1
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist
Multi-Angle Rearview Camera2 with guidelines
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)3 with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)
SmartVent® Front Side Airbags
Three-Row Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions
Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All, 3rd-Row Passenger-Side), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All, 3rd-Row All)
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat-Belt Reminder
Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
One-Touch Turn Indicators
Integrated Glass Antenna
Rear Privacy Glass
LED Brake Lights
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Remote Entry
Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights with Auto-Off
Power Side Mirrors
Security System
Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System
Sunglasses Holder
Push Button Start
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Window
Power Door and Tailgate Locks
Cruise Control
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
Multi-Functional Center Console Storage
Lockable Glove Compartment
Sliding Sunvisors
12-Volt Power Outlets (2)
Driver’s Seatback Pockets
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
Rear Window Defroster with Timer
Rear-Seat Heater Ducts
Cargo Area Light
Hidden Storage Well
Cargo Area Tie-Down Anchors (4 Total)
Cargo Area Bag Hooks
Capless Fuel Filler
Map Lights (All Rows)
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls (cruise/audio/phone)
Floor Mats (front and second-row)
Beverage Holders (Front Row-2 / 2nd-Row-6 / 3rd-Row-6 )
60/40 Split, Flat-Folding 3rd-Row Bench Seat
Adjustable Seat-Belt Anchors (Front Row)
Head Restraints at all Seating Positions
5-Inch Color LCD Screen
200-Watt Audio System with 7 Speakers, including Subwoofer
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®4
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio4
MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack
MP3/Windows Media®5 Audio (WMA) Playback Capability
Radio Data System (RDS)
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC)
USB Audio Interface [Center Console w/High-Speed Charging (1 Port)]
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1 VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle’s course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver.
2 Always visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up; the rearview camera display does not provide complete information about all conditions and objects at the rear of your vehicle.
3 For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge. Do not rely solely on the monitor system. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
4 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license.
5 Windows Media® is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
6 CMBS cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. System designed to mitigate crash forces. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
7 Road Departure Mitigation only alerts drivers when lane drift is detected without a turn signal in use. Road Departure Mitigation may not detect all lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and road condition. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
8 FCW cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. FCW does not include a braking function. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
9 LDW only alerts drivers when lane drift is detected without a turn signal in use. LDW may not detect all lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and road condition. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
10 LKAS only alerts drivers when lane drift is detected without a turn signal in use and can apply mild steering torque to assist driver in maintaining proper lane position. LKAS may not detect all lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and road condition. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
11 ACC cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. ACC should not be used in heavy traffic, poor weather or on winding roads. The driver remains responsible to slow or stop the vehicle to avoid a collision.
12 Display accuracy will vary based on weather, size of object and speed, and the display may not show all relevant traffic. The display is not a substitute for your own direct visual assessment of traffic conditions before changing lanes.
13 HomeLink and the HomeLink house are registered trademarks of Johnson Controls®.
14 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Check the HondaLink® website for smartphone compatibility. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
15 Check the HondaLink® website for smartphone compatibility.
16 Compatible with select phones with Bluetooth®. Your wireless carrier’s rate plans apply. State or local laws may limit use of texting feature. Only use texting feature when conditions allow you to do so safely.
17 SiriusXM services require a subscription after any trial period. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Fees and programming subject to change. XM satellite service is available only to those at least 18 years and older in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. ©2015 Sirius XMRadio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc.
18 Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc. Used with permission. Compatible with select smartphones. See: www.pandora.com/everywhere/mobile. Not all devices compatible with USB connection. Your wireless carrier’s rate plans apply.
19 The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ is available on EX-L models and standard on Touring and Elite models in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. (Honda HD Digital Traffic service only available in the United States, except Alaska). Please see your Honda dealer for details.
20 HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC, in the United States and other countries.
21 The system is not a substitute for your own visual assessment before changing lanes; system accuracy will vary based on weather, size of object and speed.
22 HD Radio is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation.