2009 Honda Pilot vs. Its Competition

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May 30, 2008

The three-row, seven-passenger 2009 Honda Pilot has some tough competition in the crossover segment.

GM has four vehicles in the class, but the Pilot’s most direct competition from GM might be the Saturn Outlook, which has a squared-off shape, an import-friendly dealer experience, and lots of available options.

Toyota’s Highlander is a three-row vehicle now, but its soft handling is noticeably inferior to the Pilot’s, though it does come in a Hybrid edition.

The new Ford Flex is an intriguing crossover with MINI Cooper-esque styling, three rows of seating, and plenty of high-end features that aren’t limited to its most expensive models.

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8 The 2009 Honda Pilot looks more SUV-like in its second edition, but it has the room of a minivan, along with some notable styling miscues and expensive choices to make from the options list.	9 The 2009 Ford Flex is one of the most stylish new crossovers, with great passenger room and more features than some minivans.	8 The attractive 2009 Saturn Outlook is a large, comfortable utility vehicle built with families in mind.	7.8 Most Americans prefer mushy white bread, and the 2008 Toyota Highlander is a larger, high-quality "loaf" that will satisfy most every consumer.
MSRP From
$27,695	$28,550	$30,625	$27,500
Gas Mileage
16 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy	16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy	16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy	17 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas V6	Gas V6	Gas V6	Gas V6
EPA Class
2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle	2WD Sport Utility Vehicle
Style Name
2WD 4dr LX	4dr SE FWD	FWD 4dr XE	FWD 4dr Base (Natl)
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
8	7	8	7
Passenger Doors
N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
4 Door	4 Door	4 Door SUV	4 Door
Transmission
Automatic w/OD	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic