2003 Honda Pilot

Who is Flying This Thing?

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Pros: 3rd row seats (which fold flat). Consumer Reports "Best Buy".

Cons: Price. Car Dealers can't keep 'em on the lot.

Bottom Line:
Just what I was looking for in an SUV. Comfortable, roomy, nice handling, safer than most. Read More at Epinions.com

Quiet Elegance

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Pros: Solid and quiet; inspires confidence

Cons: Looks like every other SUV

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Time will tell if the initial quality holds up, but the Pilot feels like a much more expensive vehicle. Read More at Epinions.com

Want an SUV but concerned about their Safety?

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Pros: Based on Honda Odyssey and Acura MDX, it should set the standard for SUV safety.

Cons: More expensive and hard to find than some competition. Won't fit 8 adults in comfort.

Bottom Line:
Even as a first year model, Pilot should be on the short list for any safety-conscious family that needs an SUV instead of a minivan, wagon or sedan. Read More at Epinions.com

Why Should You Purchase a 2003 Honda Pilot? Find The Many Reasons

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Pros: Lots of attitude; Sedan-like, smooth ride; Safety, comfort and roominess

Cons: Scarcity and dealer mark-up

Bottom Line:
The only bad thing about the Honda Pilot is that you may not soon be able to pilot one. In addition, mark up will keep the regular consumer away! Read More at Epinions.com

Beats driving a Highlander.

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Pros: Seating for 8, storage galore, Honda reliability, smooth power

Cons: Low headrests for middle and rear seats, no LX trim (Canada).

Bottom Line:
Kind of tired of what Toyota offers you with their Highlander? The Pilot can answer your prayers for a decent car derived SUV. Read More at Epinions.com

How to get a Pilot when you really need a minivan

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Pros: Not a minivan, but can replace one--and more.

Cons: Little price negotiation.

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Of course you want it. Now how do you get it instead of a minivan? Read More at Epinions.com

Not perfect, but still great!

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Pros: Driving experience, interior design, storage room, value.

Cons: Exterior design, 3rd-row seats, road noise, no door guards.

Bottom Line:
An outstanding vehicle with lots of little extras for a great value. Is it perfect? No. But its flaws are minor and it is a pleasure to drive. Read More at Epinions.com

Outstanding quality and function

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Pros: Indestructable. high quality, 21 miles on a gallon , fits 8 ( 5 very comfortble)

Cons: mediocre styling

Bottom Line:
if this pilot is an example of honda quality I am now a honda man. Read More at Epinions.com

World Class Vehicle

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Pros: Ride, Handling, Interior Space, Panoramic Visibility, Responsive Power

Cons: One-piece Rear Hatch, Expensive Accessories, We drive it too much.

Bottom Line:
If you want the most refined and capable full-sized vehicle that runs on regular gasoline, get the Honda Pilot. Read More at Epinions.com

Love the Pilot!

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Pros: Honda quality
Retained value

Cons: Hard to get into 3rd row seating
Unable to tow much weight
Honda quality not cheap

Bottom Line:

Honda quality you expect