2019 Honda Pilot Elite
Upgraded 2019 Honda Pilot
In 2016, Honda produced its third generation Pilot which is still in high demand today in the three-row midsize crossover segment. Honda has upgraded the 2019 Honda Pilot to focus on family-friendly features and state-of-the-art technology to match the capability of the car.
Changes include more aggressive exterior styling, an available new hands-free power tailgate, substantial powertrain refinements, major upgrades to available connected-car technology, an available new Display Audio touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration.
2019 Honda Pilot Starts at $32,445
2019 Honda Pilot Elite
Safety First!
The new Pilot was designed to provide a high level of active and passive safety protection and targets a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
For 2019, all Pilot models come standard with the Honda Sensing suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies. Honda Sensing® helps provide greater awareness of driving conditions around the vehicle, and in some cases helps drivers maintain lane position.
The Pilot also comes with Honda’s blind spot information system, Rear Cross Traffic Monitor, and several other driver-assistive features, such as automatic high beams and a Multi-Angle Rearview Camera.
2019 Honda Pilot Elite
Key Features New to the Pilot:
- Look Ma, no hands! The 2019 Pilot features a hands-free power tailgate. Drivers can simply kick their foot under a designated area of the rear bumper to open the tailgate as long as they have the remote key fob with them. Useful for occasions when hands are full.
- Wireless Smartphone charging, Wi-Fi hotspot, and Bluetooth® capabilities.
- CabinControl™ – A downloadable app for iPhone and Android phones, CabinControl™ allows passengers to use their smartphones to control a range of Pilot features, including the audio system, Rear Entertainment System, and rear climate control system. Any connected phone can search for an address or point of interest and then send it to the navigation system, where the driver can accept or reject it.
- Three-way heated front seats, second-row captain's chairs, and wider fold-down armrests on front seats.
- The new front bumper design incorporates larger fog light housings within the bumper, giving it a more aggressive look.
- New Instrument Cluster with touchtone features displaying vehicle speed and RPM in addition to driver-selectable customizable features (audio system and phone information, a detailed trip computer, and turn-by-turn route guidance).
- New steering wheel with enhanced controls.
- After much ado about volume control being located on the touchscreen menu, a volume knob has returned to the 2019 Honda Pilot. Consumers wanted easy access and not having to take their eyes off the road to adjust the music volume.
Check out the interior!
Even with the third-row seats in place, there’s still a spacious 16.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind them.
The 2019 Honda Pilot design truly kept families in mind with the new infotainment system. Honda wanted it to be easier to use in addition to enlarging the screen.
2019 Honda Pilot Starts at $32, 445
Test Drive
The third-generation Honda Pilot has always been a leader in the three-row midsize crossover segment. With all of the upgrades added to refresh and redesign the 2019 Honda Pilot – this SUV will continue to be a leader of the pack in this segment. If your family is looking for a midsize seven-passenger (3-row) SUV, the 2019 Honda Pilot is worth a test drive. We had so much fun test driving Pilot and pushing it to the limit to test the safety features. You really can't go wrong with the Honda brand, but the 2019 Honda Pilot is in a class of its own. I recommend stopping by your local Honda dealership for a test drive today!
Fun Facts:
- Did you know that when it comes to buying a set of wheels, statistics show that women play a leading role in 85 percent of all auto purchases? True story.
- Two female teams and two Honda vehicles – 2019 Pilot and Ridgeline – will be participating in this year's 1,500-mile Rebelle Rally. 2018 marks the second annual Rebelle Rally. The event showcases the ability of teams of one female driver and one female navigator to cross the wilderness with nothing but a map and a compass. That's right – no GPS system and/or Google searches allowed. Female competitors will travel across the southwestern United States, between Lake Tahoe, Nevada, and San Diego, California (over 1,000 miles). The competition focuses on precision navigation, timing, and off-road acumen vs. just speed.
Lara Harrington
The lead engineer for the 2019 Honda Pilot is Lara Harrington. Lara is Chief Engineer at Honda's Research and Development Americas based in Raymond, Ohio.
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Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient, and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through over 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Accord, and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V, and Pilot sport utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup, and the Odyssey minivan.
Honda has been producing automobiles in America for more than 35 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2017 more than 90 percent of all Honda brand vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.
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What a sharp looking car. I’m looking forward to getting a brand new car and this will be high on my list to go test drive.
wow – i was going to comment my favorite feature, but i can’t choose just one! we have our second baby on the way & are considering upgrading to a third-row seater. definitely going to look into the pilot more!
– cassy @ blissfullyher.com
You know, I’ve never really been big into Honda but this Pilot looks pretty awesome. It has so many cool features! I’d have to test drive it before I thought about buying one, but this thing is definitely on my radar now!
I like how there are plenty of space behind and can put a lot of stuff especially after shopping at Ikea, I can bring my own diy furniture back.
Wonderful review of Honda Pilot. With significant details and depiction through pics you have given buyers a good choice to make up their minds.
We’re planning to move to the burbs with our 3 kids in the coming year, meaning we will be needing us a 2nd car. The Pilot is a top runner for us, thanks for the great review!!
Wow, this is such a nice car, love the interior and the color of it and it looks like a perfect car for a long road trip.
I’ve actually considered a Honda Pilot. I had a CRV during college . Loved it . I have a foreign vehicle and its so much for maintenance , looks like I will look into it more now
I don’t understand much about cars but this one looks pretty and is very roomy. That’s pretty much all I need from a car and even more
I love that this has a TV. My friend has a Honda Pilot and she loves it. They’ve been looking into upgrading.
Oh wow, this looks like an awesome car. Perfect since we are planning to get a new one. I am considering this one.
That Rebelle Rally sounds really exciting, I’ll have to keep tabs to see how it pans out.
I’ve heard that Honda makes great family vehicles. This one would definitely work for my family if we grow in the future.
This car looks perfect for our family!! In fact, with two small children, we need comfort and space. We live downtown and move either by bike or public transport in town, so we only use the car for long travels and adventures SAFETY and COMFORT are the most important in our choice!
This is a gorgeous looking car indeed. I can see why people would love to own one with all the cool gadgets on board.
This looks like a great family car and I love all the safety features -which are so important! Thank you for a good review.
This looks fantastic! My first two cars were from Honda and they were so reliable!
If I were in the market for a new vehicle, the Honda Pilot would definitely be on my consideration list.
That is a gorgeous car and I would love to take it out for long road trips. Loved your detailed post 🙂
We drove our in-laws’ Honda Pilot back in July (2018, so brand new) and absolutely loved it. Our current vehicle has a bunch of wonderful features, but the new Honda pilot is AMAZING. I love the side-view cameras.
Oh my goodness, it’s the car of my dreams! I can just feel the smoothness of those seats and I’m dying for those features like a smart phone in the dash!! A friend of mine just got one of these and I am over the moon for it. I desperately want to get this beauty!
It really is an amazing vehicle!
That’s a really sharp ride! Not looking to trade in my Nissan, but i’ll keep this in mind!
Wonderful! It is an awesome vehicle.
We’re actually looking into Honda’s for our new family car. Our first car ever, actually!
I really love the look of the Pilot! Honda makes great, safe cars! It has a lot of goodies included too!
Yes! Honda is a great brand.
This is a lovely vehicle. Looks like lots of room in the trunk – a big need of mine. I am in the market fr a new vehicle and will have to stop in at the Honda dealership to see the 2019 Pilot
I hope you enjoy the test drive. It really is a great vehicle.
I would totally consider a Honda Pilot myself! They look reliable for families!
It’s classy, but functional as a family vehicle. I love the hands-free tailgating feature. That’s a selling point for me right there!
This car looks awesome! Perfect for our family and for travel!
I actually use a different type and brand of car. But this post made me change my mind! I’ll definitely look into this Honda model.
This car looks really amazing! Awesome features and really spacious!
This screams comfort and space. I have always loved Honda and it would be a fantastic vehicle for any family