Friday, August 14, 2015

Car Profiles - Honda Pilot

HONDA PILOT

The second attempt of entering the market may be somewhat a successful one. It can seat eight and has lots of storage bins, but the drive and braking is disappointing at its best.

The Good: Capacity for eight people
The Bad: Braking isn't good

Price Range: P2,600,000
Our Rating: **

OWNERSHIP DETAILS3.5 EX-L 4WD
PriceP2,600,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine3.5 DOHC 24V V6
Horsepower253hp @ 5,700rpm
Torque347Nm @ 4,800rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel Systemi-VTEC with Variable Cylinder Management
Transmission5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity79 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,875mm
Width1,995mm
Height1,845mm
Wheelbase2,775mm
Curb Weight2,087kg
Body Style5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Four Wheel Drive with Variable Torque Management 4-Wheel Drive System
Seating8
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link with Trailing Arm
Front BrakesVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDrum in Disc
Tires245/65 R17
Wheels17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags8
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Vehicle Stability Assist
Other Safety FeaturesFront Passenger Occupant Position Detection System, LATCH System in 2nd and 3rd Rows
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsYes
Other Exterior FeaturesSunroof, Tailgate with Glass Hatch, Rear Wiper, Roof Rails, Tow Hitch with Cover, Rear Back-Up Camera with Sensors, Side Mirrors with Signal Repeaters
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeather
Seating AdjustmentPower, Driver and Front Passenger
Seating MaterialLeather
Other Interior Features2nd and 3rd Row Split and Flat Folding Seats, Cruise Control, 8 Inch High Resolution QVGA Multi-Information Display, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror, Front Map/Door Courtesy Lights, 2nd and 3rd Row Reading Lights
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomatic, Triple Zone
Audio SystemAM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA/AUX/USB/Bluetooth with 2GB Flash Memory CD Library
Speakers8
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, Audio
AlarmYes, with Immobilizer
Keyless EntryYes
RIVALSChevrolet Traverse, Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Grand Santa Fe, Mazda CX-9, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Murano, Subaru Tribeca, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

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