lol some of those nitpicks would drive me insane. I watch all these car reviews and it's always the long term owner reviews that are the most helpful. Thanks for sharing. Still loving our 2019 Odyssey EX-L, 77k miles :)

I used a piece of cardboard under the oil filter to prevent a mess and it worked perfect

We just got our 2025 Honda pilot black edition and absolutely love it. Coming from a 2019 Toyota rav4 and boy what an upgrade in quality! We are going to keep this car for a very long time! Great review!

Ride sucks, shakes and rattles. At least get the trims with 18 inch wheels.

Those buttons to shift gear are stupid and a joke. Minivan.

Rear end is frumpy. This is just a PR video. Junk.

Question? Does it roll back when you stop on hill and go. Or it has a delay before it rolls back?

In 15 k you already know is the most reliable? Ok. Sure

I have a 2025 pilot touring and noticed that they have two drain hoses for the air conditioning one for the front and one for the back the one for the back it’s not water coming out only the one for the front. Any suggestions

Go to your infotainment settings to change the radio to turning off when you’d like it to.

Couldn't get your foil trick to work. Made a complete mess spinning the oil filter off. Ended up with most of that filter oil running down the shrouding on the undercarriage for the next few days. Even after buying the oil change tool for next time at about $60, my first self service tire rotation and full synthetic oil change with a premium Honda filter is still less than the cost of having the dealer do that service, and without the hassle of sitting in their waiting room for a couple of hours. The next day I did the rear differential fluid service for about $35 more dollars. Also - even though you get 2 years of some factory maintenance package (which may not include filter changes every time) designed to get our in the habit of going to your dealer for routine services, they aren't using full synthetic for that and my Honda dealer is a 40 minute ride from home so not convenient for routine maintenance. Bottom line - buy the $60 oil change tool to catch the filter draining when you spin it off. I doubt very many places other than the dealer will have this tool. And without it the oil filter service makes a mess.

What is wrong with this guy ??? All he says bad about Honda Pilot … I bought this car it’s so good and comfortable spacious room .. kids and wife they love it .. if you complaining too much then go buy a BMW or Tesla .. am sure you will complain that too ..

Your points about the trailer hitch and braking during cruise control are notable observations that will influence my purchase. Thanks a lot for sharing. I really liked your video. Well done.

Not sure but I’d guess the plastic at the bottom on the sides of the vehicle is there to reduce exposure to rust. Those are the first parts of the car to rust typically so making them out of plastic provides some protection there.

Do you have the link for Hondas oil filter tool. the one you don't have?

In my honda ridgeline. It also turn off the radio when im turning off ignition. But if i want to continuosly use the radio after turning off the engine, i let the engine stay in drive mode before turning off the engine. For black trims, i applied ceramic coating and will stay vibrant

More horse is what honda needs to add ..sport trim with 400 hp!

That tow-hitch/bumper issue is inexcusable.

Could be a silly question-wonder if the Elite 2nd row (removable) middle seat can recline, like the rest of the 2nd row seats? Thank you

For me, i like the position of the exhaust pipe directed to the ground. While loading up things at the back while warming up engine during winter, i think the smoke from muffler will not go straight to my leg. Not sure if this correct, i will know once i have my 2025 honda pilot at the end of april.

how to reset?

Wireless charger on my 2022 F150 does the same thing. It’s pretty much a phone heater, not a charger.

We test drove a 2034 Touring and I really like it. We have a 4Runner and it is highly modded for off-roading, especially at night. Hard to let it go but I miss having heated seats and leather seats that are comfortable. We can’t do sedans, I’m the size of a linebacker and they are also expensive to insure for us. (Thanks Nevada).

Under the seat still the same in 2024, I just don't look there! Most cars apile the brakes for cruise control going down hill, you could shut it off if its a big hill. You are picky like me. But I over look things because its a great car!

At that price Honda needed to put real exhaust tips. The MDX has it

Great video

What i absolutely hate in HP2023 is a quality of paint (they saved a lot on clear coat) and driver avarness system when you actually need to move wheel to disable alarm. It is dangerous. What I will also improve is a noise from the engine (I am not a fun of F1 engine noise) and shaky feeling from suspension. Otherwise, the best buy for $

What the poor level door engineering. Under 5mm is a normal. But, it is bigger than 8mm. I guess. Compare with a same priced cars. What the shameless Honda.

The marking on the oil filters are on the side indicated by triangular arrows.

fantastic? It is a poor mechanical design. esp. door gap. What the fuck door gap and too weak gear cover(piano black). It is worse than Hyundai/Kia car.

Love this Video, very informative! everything that he said is very realistic and accurate for me, though i can deal with most of everything that needed to be improved, there is 1 thing that i can not deal to buy this fantastic SUV, that is the gas tank for me, its the deal breaker for me, i need a 500 miles range vehicle if i spent 50k plus, after everything done , it's probably about 60k. Sorry Honda !

Picked up a 2024 Elite last Nov... hitting 6500 miles .. I do oil every 6K and balance and rotate the tires as well at same interval. That routine got the previous Pilot EX to 279K miles

Thank you for the thorough and objective review! The best review on the 2023 Honda Pilot.

Think of the parking brake control this way…pull up on the switch to engage like a “fly off” parking brake like old Hondas, push down to release. I have a 2020 RDX and engage the parking brake like the old-time “step-on” parking brake…push the switch; pull to disengage…like old cars. Just a thought. I share your pain regarding the wipers. Whoever approved the wiper design has never lived in a snowy/icy climate. I like to lift my wipers off the windshield after parking for the night…beats having to peel the wipers off glass in the AM. I’m getting close to pulling the trigger on a new ‘24 EX-L Pilot. 😊

I bought a 23 Pilot Touring and here are my peeves: Bad=no engine temp gauge, Worse=No 360 degree camera. And what really pisses me off=no CD player.

The Honda pilot is awesome omg there isn’t a vehicle out there that doesn’t have things wrong with them !!! But overall it is the best of all SUVs and if you need a 12” screen get glasses gee wiz

Have been considering this vehicle for our next one but the wipers that can't be completely raised is a no-go in the northern climates with snow and freezing rain. Thanks for the review.

Excellent first-hand review. I appreciate your observations and recommendations. Your insight is helping me decide between the Pilot Elite and Palisade Calligraphy.

Surprised you didn’t say a miss on this is the lack of a rearview mirror camera if the view is blocked by luggage or passengers…especially in top trim..

I might buy one of these once more used ones pop up. My other choice is a GX 460 which can be had for mid 40s for one that's a couple years old

Great video. I hope you have or will make a video on the 2024 pilot

Thanks RJ! Just bought the 2024 Elite, I love it! Definitely chose it for Honda's reputation for reliability!

Regarding the small infotainment system display, it is disappointing that its smaller than the the other cars in this class. But have you found the size to be an actual problem in real life usage? Also, how are the safety features on the pilot? On my 2016 Odyssey the phantom brake warnings are too sensitive and not useful.

Oh my god yes, our 2013 Honda Ody is on its 5th set of front brakes at 240,000 kms ... Its brutal how quick they warp

proper fog lights only illuminate off to the side. It's to give you bearing when you can't see straight ahead. Your complaint is more with the headlights than the Fog lights. Flush mount and raised rails are not a trend. Some cars choose them others don't. Most higher end car have flush mount. Buy and Audi if you want those. Most vehicles competing with the Pilot have raised rail. Couldn't agree more on the Display. Honda will move on from it, but by then everyone else will be on to the next thing and they will still be lagging behind. I have the same trim level, I also have some higher end cars. I had hondas for many years, many years ago, we're back in one for the first time in 20 years. Honda needs to change their business model, they aren't competitive, and just riding the wave of being bulletproof. Not going to be a sustainable path for them. I honestly feel like I am driving a cheap chincy car compared to other cars I've owned. Honda is way behind in tech, and features, and overall quality. It's a decent "package" but it stops there.

It's just a minivan without the sliding doors that's all it's still a beautiful

Thank you for a very informative and honest perspective from an owner’s perspective. I am thinking of pulling the trigger on one but cannot decide on the Elite vs. Touring trim. Can you tell me your perspective on the multicamera system on the Elite (shared with the Trailsport)? I cannot tell how useful it is in the real world situations or is it gimmick.

Totally agree on plastic body cladding! Borderline dealbreaker especially on the top trim

Is there a way to move the wiper blades when the car is off? In my VW GTI you push down on the wiper stalk after turning the ignition off, and they sweep to the "up" position where they can be serviced.

Why in the world would Honda skimp on putting true exhaust tips???WHY??