Honda Pilot first generation

Honda Pilot first generation
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The Honda Pilot first generation (2003–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: YF1, YF2 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,775 mm
Width1,938–1,969 mm
Height1,781–1,821 mm
Wheelbase2,700 mm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

2,552 complaints for model years 2003–2008. 152 crashes · 48 fires · 271 injuries · 104 deaths

  • Transmission and drivetrain 540
  • Airbags 434
  • Electrical system 242
  • Engine 216
  • Seats 134
  • Stability control 134

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 3 versions of the Honda Pilot first generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2003–2008VTEC, CLKUP · CLKUP3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2006–2008VCM, CLKUP · CLKUP3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2003–2008Sport utility vehicle3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic12.9–14.0 L/100 km 5-cycle297–322 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.