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2016 Honda Pilot: 10 things you need to know

May 20, 2015

Summary
New models, new transmissions, the promise of turbocharged engines, and the return of the Type-R Civic; no-one can accuse Honda of...
Detailed Review

New models, new transmissions, the promise of turbocharged engines, and the return of the Type-R Civic; no-one can accuse Honda of resting on their laurels. Well, not right at the present, anyway – a few years ago, it was a different story.

That means it’s time to clean house on those vehicles that aren't pulling their weight, sales-wise. Goodbye boxy old Pilot, hello new version. It's faster, smoother, more efficient, and more like a value-priced MDX than ever. Let's take a look at all the changes Honda has crammed into their flagship crossover to help it shed the boxy image and pick up some sales momentum.

Meet the Author

Brendan McAleer is a Vancouver-based automotive writer, a member of AJAC and a ginger.