2024 Honda Pilot | Long Term Testing and Honesty

[@ebshaw5974]

Possibly the best story of a mans life on the internet. Well done sir, well done

[@cowmath77]

Seriously, kids will destroy your hopes and dreams if your hopes and dreams don't involve kids. Wear protection folks and help keep abortion legal.

[@joe718gt4]

​@cowmath77 yeah that's why live your dreams out before you have a family. But you also don't want to be too old when you start the latter

[@ckm-mkc]

@@joe718gt4 Or just choose not to have kids, that's a perfectly acceptable decision. And it is a decision.

[@davidp.4727]

The accuracy is incredible, this man knows.

[@GIGABACHI]

​@@cowmath77legal abortion it's of no help or consequence to men when we, to begin with, don't even have THE RIGHT TO ABANDON THE LITTLE MF'er but they can kill it at any time they choose to do so !

[@JOBNUMBER]

That "driving depressions" story hit me a little too close to home. I traded in a 2005 Mitsubishi EVO for a new 2007 Honda Pilot when I found out we were expecting our first kid. Here we are in 2023... not only do I still not have a fast car, but I STILL have the 2007 Honda Pilot which I will be giving to that same first child now that she has her driver's permit, and we replaced it with a 2023 Honda Pilot Elite. lmao

[@Stream1222]

Getting rid of my 6spd twin turbo a6 for a 24 pilot. Planning on keeping till my 9 month son learns to drive lol

[@andriipcreate]

wait till your wife say that she deserves nice coupe or cabrio after all years together, so she will enjoy mazda miata and you will still drive old Pilot.

[@JOBNUMBER]

@@andriipcreate Bro... she already says we need to replace our 2017 Accord Hybrid for a cute BMW for her

[@jpg8700]

I might have you beat: our twins just turned 8 months and we’re getting by with my cx5, but the pilot’s size would help us out tremendously + more with the trailsport (yes I actually do light off-roading and beach days) I wanna hold out for the mid cycle refresh as I know they’ll bump up the screen size and offer more standard features, but not sure we can hold out that long… we’re gonna need a bigger boat.

[@JOBNUMBER]

@@jpg8700 lol. I might still have you beat. We were actually looking at downsizing & getting an X3 M40i instead of the new Pilot since my daughter was older, and we didn't need the space for strollers and stuff like that anymore. 2022 comes along and we have another baby... 14 year age difference between the two, and that's why I settled with the 2023 Pilot instead of getting something that will go fast but can still haul some stuff for 3 people and a corgi.

[@harmoniously-s3s]

Just junked our family’s 2003 Honda Pilot from a transmission failure. Had 229,586 miles on her. 20 New England winters and it never let us down. Thing drove like a fat pontoon boat but we were incredibly intent and loyal to that thing throughout the 20 years. Go Honda.

[@HarmonsHarbor]

I had a 2001 Honda Accord that made it to 277,000 miles in 18 years, but had to junk it because of rust from Maine winters. Everything else was good. They are great cars. Going with a Toyota hybrid next though, I think.

[@Turshin]

I would've rebuilt that trans. After 20 years, she deserves it.

[@Akiss]

Cheaper to get a new tranny than a new car

[@Userxxx840]

@@Turshinthe rebuild would have probably cost more than the value of the car itself.

[@ag4eng]

So the good thing about this new Pilot is that the transmission is not from ZF anymore. Honda brought the tranny in-house so it’s completely Honda engine-transmission.

[@melanieflorida]

I drove around town from dealership to dealership and I sat in a Telluride, Palisade, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Volvo, Infiniti QX60, Lexus Tx, and never even thought of a Honda. Ever. I happened upon this video and something clicked. The next day, I drove to the Honda place and two days later, I took home a Pilot Elite. I absolutely love it. Your review was spot on.

[@grouchosays]

How is it going so far? I just tested one.

[@melanieflorida]

@@grouchosays I like it so much and literally every day I make a comment about how happy I am with it. And then ... this past Sunday ... a young guy in a Honda Accord ran a red light going south, just as I was turning north from a westbound lane. He rammed into me but I slammed on my brakes in time so that the damage is at the front driver's corner of the car. It's all the electronic stuff that is going to be the challenge to get back to what it's supposed to me. I just so annoyed at the kid for not paying attention. I'll be turning the car in to the body shop at the end of this month for a few weeks. I realize this is a total tangent and nothing to do with your question, but I'm venting. ;-) I am very happy with the purchase. Good luck in your search!

[@grouchosays]

@@melanieflorida gotcha. You had to vent to someone. Nobody likes to see their car lose its virginity. I live in Sarasota.

[@melanieflorida]

@@grouchosays I'm in the panhandle. Yep, under 3000 miles and the ONLY new car I have ever had, since I have always been a "buy used" believer. ;-) The one thing I would say I might reconsider is the "Black Edition" which, don't get me wrong, I like; but at the end of the day I'm not sure the red accents/red lighting is worth the extra $$. I'm on the fence on that. Come back on here when you've picked out your final choice. :-) My second choice was the Toyota Highlander Platinum.

[@grouchosays]

@@melanieflorida thx. The Highlander is not being sold now pending resolution of engine recall!! Incredible!! I called and just found out today!!

[@AcuraAddicted]

Mark is being too real :) I can see the joy slowly leaving Jack :)

[@JTMoodie2]

Such are the compromises 😭😂

[@jamesholden8625]

I'm dying laughing, just so true 🤣

[@romankalyniuk2596]

He sees the future and the future is boring reliability

[@charleshu5752]

Sounds like speaking from experience

[@romankalyniuk2596]

Went from a Civic Si to an Avalon, so yes

[@MichaelAllen-td1uu]

I spent over 35 years in automotive world at the dealership level. It would always amaze me that a 10 year old 7 Series with 150k miles was worth less than a 10 year old Camry with the same mileage at the auction.

[@ckm-mkc]

That's because the 7 series has around $10k-15k of deferred maintenance and it basically BER (beyond economic repair) and that's assuming to can get the parts AND program them to the car....

[@Wasabi9111]

@@ckm-mkcso true! My parents had a 98 740i for the longest time. For the first 5 yrs it was pretty reliable and then everything went down hill quickly. They kept it for a long time bc it wasnt worth much used and when it drove, it was a pretty damn nice car. But it spent yr 5-20 mostly in the garage as a spare car bc it was never reliable enough for my parents to comfortably use long distance and it wasn’t worth enough to repair it.

[@Ill06Taco]

20 year old Camry*

[@tcmbrown]

Honestly, anything from BMW with a 7 in it is not reliable or financially sound to keep after 60k miles.

[@paulholterhaus7084]

Doesn't amaze Me at all.........Folks don't want the upkeep of a Bimmer..............Paul

[@alexmartishius]

This channel has reached a new high with Mark having a real meltdown about a hypothetical man's wife cheating on him while he drives through a roundabout at a completely unreasonable speed. Keep it up fellas!

[@edwil111]

...and at least Jack got paid to sit there and take it!

[@MPPJ1931]

All the young people who watch car videos. This is the most real video in the automotive KZbin universe. Ah life is so fun after 35...

[@PolishGator]

The humor, personality, and practicality you guys deliver is what really put you over the top. The quality is also unmatched but I love you guys for the character you bring to the channel.

[@planetfabulous5833]

Humor and personality?? Are we watching the same video???

[@rengo50]

Haven't had a laugh that good in a long time. Problem is it all rings true. Great work - as always. I've owned Hondas for over 50 years. I can afford anything my heart may desire at this stage but I keep on coming back to their practicality and reliability. Keep doing what you do and Thanks!

[@shaiapouf420]

Toyota run the world but ignorance is bliss

[@hiagftd]

Here I am, sick as a dog and exhausted from having not slept a wink last night, and I'm laughing my ass off at the "driving depression" segment. Thanks, Mark. I needed that this morning.

[@fl5matt]

Lol I missed the Driving Depressions part of the titles. Hopefully these rants become a thing in all crossover/SUV videos they do in the near future.

[@latinbeandip]

Keep it at 69!!!

[@theresatheese8576]

This video made lmao… same here so sick and tired but this video is so funny… i wish i could get a pilot maybe 2025ish or later

[@puma51921]

Never let your ego pick your car. Spend that money on paying down your debt. Thank you for your honesty

[@QLPJosh]

As a young dad, that conversation during the drive is realest thing I've ever heard..

[@CeeJay591]

Mark and Jack never cease to amaze - one of the best car reviews I have ever seen on KZbin, AGAIN. Went from Founder to Executive Class support.

[@CarGeek360]

Mark and Jack are awesome I just wish their biases weren’t so prevalent in their car reviews

[@practicaldriver]

Savage Geese with the most honest takes! My favorite auto related channel by far. And I'd rather own the Honda!

[@growsustainflourish8911]

I watch many car review channels but value your opinions above all else. Appreciate the honesty and candidness of your reviews. Videos like this are exactly why.

[@mma4life84]

One of the best car review videos I’ve ever seen. Well spoken, using laments terms, humour and plain logic. Very easy to follow and relate to as a family guy. Thank you!

[@kellykramer7629]

This is a big reason why you all are my favorite car KZbinrs. You talk about things like this. You all are looking out for consumers.

[@thelucasstorm]

I drove BMWs for years thinking this is what I need. Got so tired of the cost of ownership and reliability issues. Traded my 2016 X5 for a 2023 CRV ST and couldn't be happier. Some wonder why I "downgraded" but it isn't that at all-it was a priority shift in my life and realizing what is important. A solid, dependable, practical vehicle just makes a lot more sense to me now.

[@doomsday9973]

That's why you lease BMWs not buy them. Then there is little cost of ownership and any issues are fixed via warranty

[@doomsday9973]

@DaScoobyDoo it’s essentially a long term rental yes.

[@doomsday9973]

@DaScoobyDoo hands of the dealership? Well if you mean anything that goes wrong with the car during ownership will be covered by warranty than yes. Fine with me lol

[@LJ-wo1wf]

My wife just got a '24 CRV, and same as this Pilot, I can't believe how much I appreciate Honda's current interiors. We had a matching set of '17 CRV and Civic hatch before this, and although they were also very usable, the one friction point was how they put many of the HVAC controls in the touchscreen. I'm no-shit happy that Honda did not double down and shove more functions into a screen for this generation. Add in the little compartments everywhere and less gloss on the dash (I despise reflective surfaces on sunny days), and these are my favorite interiors in a long time.

[@dphellner]

That's ok, the CVT will be there to eventually let you down.

[@LJ-wo1wf]

@@dphellner Shush, you! (lighting incense at our altar to the CVT gods)

[@miniaddict4534]

You ignored the part where Mark sized you and your marriage up. Sorry for your life.

[@LJ-wo1wf]

@@miniaddict4534 I wonder what dark place those rants of Mark's come from.

[@ruvindap66]

​@@miniaddict4534subjective. If you marry a temperamental women child, you reap what you sow.

[@JaspreetSingh-je3bb]

OK, I have to say maybe this is the first review I might have ever seen so close to real life. Thank you for being so honest and not just focusing on the flashy

[@MTNorville]

My wife drives a 2006 X5, aside from typical BMW window problems, it's still so incredibly complicated to work on, compared to my 2015 WRX. there are so many sensors and nothing seems to be where it it's supposed to be. I can't image fixing a newer model. But the I6 it has feels like it'll never break.

[@ariellubonja7856]

No notorious VANOS leaks?

[@MTNorville]

@@ariellubonja7856 I'm sure it does, but the bmw technician we take it take it to hasn't said anything about it yet, so I'm not worried about it.

[@bassandtrebleclef]

I've got a 2007 328i. 145k miles. Have you done the holy Trinity of oil gaskets? Oil pan, oil filter housing and valve cover?

[@papa_pt]

​@@bassandtrebleclefI don't think of I've heard of a bmw not having gone through those a couple times before 100k. 2010 535 wagon at 122k and there's nothing I can or want to replace it with. EPS has ruined most new cars for me

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

My brother used to have an old 03 Mercedes ML500. Same thing. Annoying, but man that v8 was awesome

[@Mico77777]

I like that he talks about long term seat comfort. I’m so sick of most of the car review sites that talk able the stitching on the dashboard for an hour, or say the seats are “supportive”(whatever the hell that means). That doesn’t help a viewer at all. We need to know things like long- drive seat comfort because 90% of today’s vehicles have seats like park benches or frontier airlines economy seats. If I’m going to buy a ~$50k vehicle, I want a first class comfort type seat, not a cement hard seat.

[@user-yx4on8hx4w]

We've had two fully loaded Telluride's (now none) and considering getting a third or a 24' Pilot Elite, and the seat debate is an important long term factor as you noted. The Telluride seats have longer seat bottoms and more thigh support as they extend closer to the back of the knee but they're much more firm than the Pilot.

[@dougshugarts3105]

This is exactly what I wanted to know: would the Pilot be a headache to own? Excellent review.

[@jsfbay1]

Well, we don't know yet. I'm waiting anxiously for an update since I just bought a 24 Pilot Elite. Crossing my fingers.

[@grouchosays]

@@jsfbay1what do you think at this point? I’m considering one

[@svenhodaka9145]

I’ve got a 2014 MDX with 130,000 miles. I love it. It’s the best all around, most practical, most comfortable, most reliable vehicle I’ve ever owned. Under the skin we all know it’s a Honda. I see all the same benefits in this new Honda Pilot, nice!

[@mikeduncan7552]

is a 2014 mdx navi package, 98,ooo km for 29,000$ canadian dollars a good deal? is the 2014 mdx fast and sporty, yet offroad capable?

[@svenhodaka9145]

@@mikeduncan7552 That MDX was about $60-65k new so the price is in the ballpark if there is no damage history and it’s in great condition. (Ask for a CARFAX report) Just make sure it has all the maintenance records including records of at least one transmission oil change, transfer case oil change and rear differential oil change plus the regular engine oil changes with 0W-20 synthetic engine oil. Also is there a record of a timing belt change since it’s 10 years old. ($1000-$1500 cost). The Acura SH-AWD is an excellent system for ice, snow, and gravel roads. It’s not an off-road 4X4.

[@svenhodaka9145]

@@mikeduncan7552 yup. All good.👍

[@michaelg7821]

If it didn’t need premium fuel it wouldn be amazing

[@NSO1505]

Attempted to buy one in May, local Honda stealership wouldn’t remove 3500 “market adjustment” Walked next door and bought an Hylander Hybrid no mark up. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@R2sojr09]

We bought this mainly due to my daughter playing travel softball. After owning this for over 7 months, it’s the best vehicle I’ve even driven. Spacious, drives really nice and you just feel like you’re in a quality machine. I’d buy it again in a heartbeat.

[@gtcoffman]

Marks scenario is why I opt to be the 35 year old in the X7 with none of that hassle. Keep up the good work gentleman!

[@SuperMProd]

Mark typing "liquor store" into the navigation had me laughing. This is as real as it gets.

[@MLHunt]

That was Mark's best rant ever I think

[@P-Bizzy]

Thanks for taking the time and effort for a perspective beyond the initial reaction and pluses and minuses of model year features. Long-term ownership videos are lacking on youtube. The test drive makes it easy to fall in love with the new this and improved that but we all want to know if we will be happy with the vehicles for years to come. Very much appreciated addition to your honest presentations.

[@Adrian913af]

As I sit on my porcelain throne, I know it'll be a good day starting out watching another Savagegeese video

[@willentam338]

I've owned a cdn touring (US elite) since June. I've done multiple road trips with the wife and 2 kids (in car seats). I really appreciate how well designed and practical it is. The click HVAC controls are simple to use and easy to find. All the steering wheel controls are there. I highly recommend this suv.

[@brandoguy3338]

Man I don’t really comment on your videos but the commentary has been on point lately and love it more and more when you are yourself and having fun with it!!! Please don’t ever stop making videos and having fun! Love man

[@paulnetter4323]

As always... the sense of humor is sooo refreshing in today's dull and sensitive world. Love it !

[@MrSandChess]

I want to thank the guys at savagegeese for reviewing a car and telling my life story through it. Magnificent work as always.

[@jonathanstoddard7712]

Thank you Mark, You have made me appreciate my nd 1 mx5 so much more because of your perspective in your videos. I use to lust over vehicles that I could never afford but I have fell in love with things I can afford and I am so grateful for what I have.

[@spanieaj]

What an EPIC story Mark! Ohhhh....And another great review. It just feels like you both are upping the game on giving holistic reviews which I really appreciate.

[@jayjewett4260]

The tangent story is the pinnacle of any car review I’ve seen! Love you guys more and more all the time. Keep up the excellent work!

[@chrisblocker2915]

Mark, I really appreciate the approach you take, and your “unhinged” style. Especially in light of the fact our world has been unhinged for quite a while now. You’re a real dude, and that makes your opinion and perspective so much more valuable and interesting to people that watch these videos. Not to mention you’re entertaining as hell, and Jack has developed and found his “voice” as well. I don’t normally comment, but this video just made me laugh my ass off flying home in cattle class on Friday afternoon, after an absolute grind of a week. I greatly appreciate what you guys do! - Chris P.S. - The dog NEVER wants to shit in a timely manner when you shortcut the garment selection and installation process and choose to go outside in 30 degree weather with crocs with no socks…I have invented cuss words “encouraging” my pooch to pinch a deuce before I lose a foot digit MANY times.

[@faautobahna9416]

Loved the "Driving Impressions". It was brilliant, cracked me up. I really enjoyed it. Seriously, you have some serious other talents that need to come out more often.

[@mstopek]

Love the reviews! You guys are some of the most honest and best reviewers on KZbin! I recently got a CX 90, and while it does not have as much space as the pilot it has the same reliability, the same attention to detail the same physical controls, and it has plenty of space while having more design and a lot more soul and passion.

[@HCG]

Congratulations, great vehicle

[@Fadic4]

Just curious, how would you know it has the same reliability considering it’s a brand new platform and drivetrain?

[@HCG]

@@Fadic4 Likely because Mazda’s track record is nearly flawless regarding reliability

[@aprtur]

​​@@HCGwell....outside of the Ford-era products. As a previous Mazda service advisor, don't get me started on first gen CX-9s. Look up SSP92 for the nightmare procedure we'd always have to do when the t-case imploded.

[@HCG]

@@aprtur Ford era doesn’t count haha, they were a corporate cancer

[@GetToThePointAlready]

Okay seriously, this is my favorite series on this channel. MORE MORE MORE! I was in tears with the storytime segment. Excellent job haha.

[@miljan86]

An oscar-worthy performance for Mark. Jack, I have no idea how you didn't piss yourself in the car because I almost definitely did at home.

[@bt7482]

I see someone is a Vulfpeck fan. I’m wearing my Japanese Schvitz hoodie I picked up from their November NYC show and that BMW dash caught my eye. Jack Stratton has some of the cleanest mixes I’ve ever heard, great songs to test stereo systems.

[@jiet123]

man, I love this channel! at the same time I don't understand why they don't have millions of subscribers by now?! cos they totally deserve it...

[@HCG]

Hahaha the driving depressions section was beautiful and just the soul crushing existential dread I needed this afternoon.

[@the1ucallel]

This monologe is why I hit the sub button - love the review / comparison / vibe. I appreciate it 💙

[@brianshera2731]

We have had 2 Passports and while we enjoyed them, being grandparents, we needed more space with 2 car seats. We just got a 2024 Pilot Elite and so far, really enjoy it. While the interior is "utilitarian", we don't need flashy. The ride is MUCH more comfortable than the Passports ever were and the list of amenities is excellent. Thanks for this review as it was honest and real. Well done!

[@Ransack777]

Funny thing is I have a 23 Pilot Elite and a 23 Civic Type R. Fun to watch these as I own both. 8k miles on the Pilot since March and zero issues. R is still newish but look forward to keeping both for the long haul as I hate the EV revolution.

[@nicholaskasotakis4202]

Billy.... absolutely hilarious. 90% of your audience was laughing (or crying) out loud!!!

[@erikgonzalez2278]

I know I was laughing some were crying probably.

[@nicholaskasotakis4202]

​@@erikgonzalez2278I was listening while in the gym and laughing by myself. If this was 9 years ago I would have been crying, but I'm way past that now!!!

[@melu4673]

Wow. To bring that story to the pilot was nothing short of amazing

[@adrianbuxeda]

With BMWs, you buy them about 3-5 years old with under 50,000 miles and own them until the depreciation curve flattens out. If you sell it too quick, you'll get a huge hit in depreciation. I bought a 3 year old 335i in 2017 for 28k. The trade it value is now about 13k. A significant drop but imagine if I had paid the 56k sticker price.

[@JenniferJohnson-fh8fx]

After owning 3 Mercedes, I am in my mid-40s and recently bought my first Toyota - and I love it. As you get older you learn hard lessons about owning certain luxury vehicles…

[@crossroadz483]

We have a 2017 Pilot EX and your first impressions are spot on. There’s so much room and practicality. It has been a workhorse even trailering a large box trailer with 2 snowmobiles in it. One thing that drives me crazy though is how quickly the front rotors warp and I get steering wheel shake when braking especially from freeway speeds. Even after replacing the pads and rotors, the steering wheel shake comes back fairly quickly. I wish there was a Honda big brake kit for the front brakes. Good luck and enjoy!

[@CarsTechWood]

The most unnecessarily philosophical car review I’ve ever seen and I’m here for it.

[@albienb6533]

That life speech was FKING BRILLIANT. BRAVO 👏

[@davidf5683]

One of the most descriptive moments of true dad/husband life in modern history. So well done

[@ldxk]

The honesty of Savagegeese is just unparalleled among all KZbin automotive channels I have watched, respect!

[@ianlatham2975]

THE best rant that's grounded in reality EVER. 5 stars!

[@TheOreamnos55]

This is the content I'm here for. Thanks for putting this out there with this perspective. Recently acquired a 2024 Pilot Elite myself, so this is of particular interest. We're about to enter into early retirement life, and will be spending a LOT of time roaming around the American West. Lots of desolate terrain. And we live where it gets real cold and snows a lot in the winter. So although I could certainly have afforded to buy some of the expensive competitors, I basically wanted something that I could reasonably count on to be reliable, and to start every time, and to not strand me somewhere that's 600 miles from the nearest BMW dealership, and so on. Reasonable and affordable maintenance for the long haul. Can carry a fuck-ton of stuff with me, and not have to worry too much about trashing a super-fancy interior. Last weekend we went out to the local Nat'l Forest to find a Xmas tree, and we were able to easily slide a 9' Grand Fir in the back. Stuff like that. Practical and capable and so on. Would a Cayenne Turbo be fun? You bet. Do I wanna be the dickhead that parks one at a trailhead? No.

[@grouchosays]

I’m looking at the elite. Still like it?

[@TheOreamnos55]

@@grouchosays Yup. There's a few things I wish were different, but it's been great overall. Just back from 3 days of camping, and the room for stuff was great. Can fit 4 kayaks (12'+) on top on my Thule rack. Things I wish were different? 1) Wish the steering weren't quite so light. Sure, useful for soccer moms in the suburbs, but gets blown around a bit too much in crosswinds. 2) Wish the cruise control system didn't use braking so aggressively after picking up a touch of additional speed on downhills, just to keep the speed right. 3) Wish the Bridgestone tires weren't quite so highway-oriented; I fear a bit for them when driving on truly rocky roads. Will definitely at least go to an all-terrain tire (hard to find in 50-series profile) when the originals are done. Might even look into a complete wheel changeout to go from 20" to 18", mainly for the places/surfaces I drive often in the middle of nowhere.

[@grouchosays]

@@TheOreamnos55 thanks!!

[@judyalbertson1]

Just got a ‘25 Pilot Elite in sonic gray pearl last night! Traded in our 2012 Pilot. I really wanted all of the safety features…so happy!!

[@Salvaba]

Mark described a nightmare scenario for us younger men. And yet when you look around, that’s the norm. Maybe the pilot is a lesson in standing up for yourself… or you might just get unlucky enough to have to own one

[@stoneeh]

Always remember nobody's forcing you to do anything. You want a wife and family and are aware of the sacrifices, go for it. You don't want to, that's even easier. Never let yourself get pressured into anything by anyone.

[@stevemcdaniel7990]

This platform has been awesome for so many years and through generations of model changes. I drove a 2006 Ridgeline, which is basically a Pilot with a truck bed, and loved that thing. It was running flawlessly when I traded it in with 225,000 on the odometer. Wish I still had it! Mark, your rant on the hopelessness of life is pure gold!

[@sunflash101]

That narration of a typical man's life and his eventual spiral to irrelevancy with Mark's brutally honest commentary of cars is why this will always be the undisputed best car review channel.

[@marks3576]

I have an 06 Ridgeline with 460 000 kms and was on the fence about getting a new Pilot. That screenplay pitch completely sold me on it. Thanks for the unique perspective.

[@gladdy02]

Damn Mark, that really sucks to hear that you are about to lose your ass when you trade that BMW in. However, you must have known that German luxury vehicles depreciation is unlike anything out there 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@F40-c4i]

Exactly it’s not a new phenomenon. It’s been like that for decades. He must have known when he dropped 120k.

[@TheGreektrojan]

He 100% knew, he wanted to know how much IRL rather than anecdote.

[@AP1GO9K]

They make bank don't feel sorry for them Mark and Jack have like $500k in vehicles

[@HCG]

@@AP1GO9Kthey don’t make nearly as much as you think they do

[@thatoneotherotherguy]

He didn't buy it brand new. He didn't tell us how much he bought it for lightly used. But yes, he certainly lost a deep five-figure amount on the ownership experience. On the plus side, he got to try that kind of car out, and it functioned as a camera car for years for them.

[@ivandoneshefsky4762]

Best review, rant and story on UTube EVER! Well done Mark.

[@j.redbeard99]

The new Pilot is a really impressive 7 seat Crossover. The Odyssey, Passport, and Ridgeline need the new interior ASAP. Another great review by Savage Geese!

[@gm2256]

Thanks for your honesty, Mark. This is why I choose to watch this channel over many many other car review channels.

[@paulbugoni2846]

Excellent, want to see your comments as compared to the MDX. Best auto channel on the tube.

[@robwoods5434]

I have owned some expensive German cars. I'm buying a 2025 Pilot Elite as our family utility vehicle because I test drove it and it was so good. So good. We've all made those financial mistakes and learned.

[@markdiloreto9042]

I have driven Yukon Denali's for years...actually my last 5 vehicles were Denali's.....recently (1 yr) got a '22 ridgeline for half the price of Yukon...ride quality and comfort are perfect at this point in the world of crazy numbers!!

[@ryanb8736]

Ridgeline is actually an extremely useful truck. I made fun of them until I borrowed my friend’s Ridgeline for the day. I was kinda wowed by it.

[@grouchosays]

No lifter collapses?

[@theday2learn]

This is the most on point video for me. I am 37 now, have owned Porsche, Benz, BMW, among other fun drivers cars. Currently in a FL5 and am realizing times are changing (3 kids in) and needs are different now

[@allengraham7407]

The story segment made my mood as blue as my balls. Mark and Jack are all time legends in the game. Much love.

[@TheErajat]

Savagegeese, the best automobile reviewer on KZbin, hands down!! I'm a huge fan. Love your insight into the drivetrain, setup and mechanics of the car. Love the honesty! Subscriber for life. Keep the honesty.

[@oldschool1928]

Probably the best single car review of the year. After the funny life story, we go straight to FINAL THOUGHTS. Oh shit, this is fucking awesome. Good job, fellas.

[@stoneeh]

This has been a privilege to watch / listen to. And I mean that with 0% sarcasm. Keep being you, Mark.. keep being you.

[@pimpineasy1100]

Wow absolutely top tier video but then what else did i expect from you guys. Thank you

[@ernietoews2077]

I got the 22 passport trail sport after your review of it and how much you loved driving it, I've had it over 20 months , and find I can drive it for hours and feel very comfortable and rested. Keep up the good work. But I will be keeping my Honda.

[@brett233]

I went new Pilot Elite over other options recently too when shopping for a spacious reliable 3 row. I could have went with a luxury brand but for all the reasons you said, I stayed away. The other non luxury brands I looked at had reliability issues, were much smaller inside or had huge markups. This was the perfect combo for me. Can’t wait to put a ton of worry free miles on it!

[@grouchosays]

Still like it?

[@randywittig8739]

Thanks for the great review. It was real and not a sales pitch to push a product. Your comments provided a common-sense approach in the process of vehicle selection. The humour and the story attached to it also made for a good conclusion to your review.

[@desertmodern7638]

I have a five-year-old crossover with the nice NA V6 - which has been replaced by a turbo four - and the Pilot is now at the top of my list. The controls are logical (even the push-button transmission selector), the size and ride are perfect, and it doesn't attract unwanted attention or drown in needless complication like the premium-brand offerings. My only complaint after the test drive is signature Honda: engine and road noise could be better suppressed.

[@MrRjsnowden]

Yeah if they could just isolate the interior a bit more the damn thing would be a 10/10. We have an EX-L and while its not bad they really could do a lot better.

[@J.W.W.]

Noise and ride is why I’ve historically chosen the RAV4 over the CRV and Highlander over the Pilot. I’d have to drive both back-to-back again to see if Toyota still has the advantage, new Toyotas aren’t as quiet as they used to be.

[@davewilson7602]

@@J.W.W.Toyota alters the sound level based on trim by a lot. I have a friend with a limited Rav4 (last gen but whatever) and it’s more silent than Hondas I’ve been in, but I rented an LE trim Rav4 and the road noise was awful even compared to Hondas

[@user-yx4on8hx4w]

@@J.W.W. I can tell you the new Pilot is head and shoulders more quiet than the Grand Highlander. At least on the Elite, it's really silly Honda didn't put acoustic glass on all trims considering nearly every car has them now.

[@jsfbay1]

@@user-yx4on8hx4w The Pilot tests noticeably louder than the Grand Highlander over at Car Confections. I'd have to check which trims they tested to see if it's apples to apples (top trims in both models.)

[@cherylbaker9755]

This honest-to-God, "life-be-lifing", and honestly... hilarious review, just caused me to subscribe. I need a SUV that can handle my busy life, my sense of style AND my conservative budget.

[@coolhandchunk]

We have a 2020 Pilot Touring and it is nearly flawless. Other than the wiring harness for the infotainment being replaced twice (under warranty both times), we have zero complaints. It hauls people, groceries, hockey gear, dogs, IKEA crap etc as good as anything we have ever owned. If the Honda has improved it for 2024, then it should be only better.

[@CaliSteve169]

Same here. I have a 2021 Elite. Very practical and reliable.

[@Blacksunshine636]

Great points about this car. I have an 07' Ridgeline with 200k miles on it. The only thing I have done to it is follow the regular maintenance schedule. Besides the seat being worn out, you couldn't tell that it has 200 on it. It's still a great car (sorry, truck). I don't know why but the tactile feedback of the buttons and switches on Hondas are what I like the most. Whenever I get in my girlfriends new Crostrek, it just feels like a piece of shit, like the turn signal is going to break. Honda makes great, albeit boring, cars. For a while I was considering trading it for something else but now I just want to drive it to the ground and then get another one. Like my New Balance shoes, it's something I can rely on.

[@randyprice1831]

I appreciate your honesty. I think a lot of us fall into the "I want" vs. "what I really need" trap.

[@obsidian....]

I love Mark. Dude makes my day and brings me pure joy 🙏

[@davester3090]

I just got to say, that was one of the funniest things I’ve heard in a long time. I love what you guys do and your reviews. Keep up the good work.

[@rq-nt7zi]

My wife and I, love our 2023 Pilot Sport. Thanks Savage geese for having realistic reviews on cars. We bought it based on your original review and saw it at the Chicago Autoshow. The SPACE, reliability and seat comfort sold it for us. Coming from a Rav4 to a Pilot was huge space difference. We have put over 5000 miles on to date with another upcoming 1600 mile trip without a single fault. I will say from a maintenance perspective the oil filter is not great but thats my only complaint. Buy their special tool and this beast will last a long time. Keep up the great work!

[@tjsullivan4793]

Have not had the chance to test drive one yet....hate the dealership bs of going for a simple test drive. I have an Accord so I know Hondas are well thought out etc but how is the Pilot acceleration? Any complaints especially with people and stuff on board.

[@rq-nt7zi]

@@tjsullivan4793 call around some dealer will let you. As for acceleration it's perfectly fine for merging onto a highway or lane splitting. You'll never need to be redlining with the 10 speed.

[@RK-db4oq]

oil filter change tip--stuff a bunch of paper towels in the cross member under the oil filter before you unscrew it. When the oil comes pouring out (and as you know, it will) the paper towels will absorb it and minimize the mess.

[@miniaddict4534]

That’s nice, bud. I hope your marriage is still salvageable.

[@upshifter5316]

@@miniaddict4534quit being a dick to all the married people. If you are incredibly lucky, it will happen to you as well someday. Like every aspect of life it’s not all smiles all the time. But it is the best way to build your best life.

[@davidkaminski615]

I bought my '02 Sequoia 7 years ago now, and my family thought I was nuts. What I love is that it doesn't hide anything behind BS or distracts you with bling/screens/buttons. This Pilot seems to have the same philosophy: no BS. I will keep it in mind when the Sequoia finally crumbles away in a decade or so.

[@mattspeer01]

I have a 2023 BMW X3 M40i which cost $71K. My first German car and it’s a blast to drive. Not gonna lie though, terrified of the future depreciation when I go to sell it down the road. I’ve always had practical Japanese/Korean cars but wanted to try something fun for once… may regret it.

[@patricjacobs5747]

The best choice. Drive it and enjoy!

[@papa_pt]

Well tbf I think X3 with B58 won't implode in price like an X7 with v8 does

[@seanm3ify]

You won’t regret it. Life is too short to drive boring, bland cars if you can afford it, go for it. The B58 engine will probably outlast all these 2 liter junk engines

[@jewishkidney]

@@seanm3ifyyeah but the rest of the car will crumble around it lol

[@barrygoldwasser5449]

​@@patricjacobs5747😂😂😂

[@okanelkin]

Had one ordered but ended up switching to a crv for now. Giving up a lot of features compared to the pilot, but with interest rates as high as they are right now, I wanted to be safe. I’m hoping Honda adds a hybrid / plugin hybrid option. I’m excited to see the Passport get this same update.

[@MattMickD93]

Really looking forward to this long term review. Wanting to replace our 2009 Pilot in the next year or so and Honda nailed the design on this current gen. Much better than the van like styling of the '16-'22.

[@chrisbarnes9438]

I am hoping that Honda puts the hybrid option on this like they did the MDX. And bring back the hybrid MDX. The hybrid Pilot would sell very well.

[@maga5381]

Damn, I love this channel!

[@michaelnewman3521]

This video, along with the Grand Highlander video, are why I now own a 2025 Honda Pilot. This review is spot on; I have nothing but good things to say about my new Pilot.

[@mangoesification]

Have you noticed if the mileage is really bad? We really want the '25 Pilot over the Grand Highlander hybrid. The Pilot was the most perfect vehicle for our needs that we've seen so far. The only things holding us back are 1. No hybrid in Pilot, 2. Resale value if ever needed to sell is not as good as GH.

[@michaelnewman3521]

@@mangoesification we are getting 20-22 mpg in exclusively in-town travel. We have not done any highway travel to date and have put around 1700 miles on our pilot. While I’m sure a hybrid would be great for mileage, the simplicity of a naturally aspirated 6 cylinder is a huge plus in my opinion.

[@bondedstars]

Just waiting for the day when 1.2 litre turbo charged 3 cylinder engines become the only engine option for full sized SUV's.

[@ADUSN]

With 20 speed transmissions.

[@bondedstars]

​@@ADUSNand the engine requires 0W1 motor oil.

[@astaldo]

@@bondedstars0W0 (Distilled Water)

[@The_Noticer.]

In Western Europe that is already the case... for a good 10 years. Most are not even 1.2, they're 1.0's. Me driving a K24 honda is now more of a hobby, because it's cleaning out my wallet at 8-9 dollars per gallon.

[@jose_serpas]

I like your intro, I was into luxury cars before but later I learned that the basic type of cars will take you anywhere too and a lot cheaper 🤝🏻

[@FitzgeraldCharles]

I have a 2012 pilot and it is one hell of a workhorse. I never worry about it breaking down, and if it does, i know it's going to be a simple, affordable fix. I have my eyes set on getting a new one and I think i will be happy with that decision. I am glad i held off from getting the Telluride.

[@martyi398]

Great running vehicles we have a 12 Pilot also with 150k miles although maintenance & repair bills can be very expensive as with any vehicle I guess, timing belt change recommended at 100k is painful at $1600 - $2000 shop bill, we also had to change out the alternator this year $700 for OEM replacement plus labor & tax, Ouch!!

[@FitzgeraldCharles]

@@martyi398 your services costs are really expensive. I paid half of both of your costs for the same work.

[@jsfbay1]

@@martyi398 Yeah, I don't look forward to changing the rubber timing belt. They had the chance to change it when they redesigned the V6 for the 2023 MY but didn't. Just bought a '24 Elite and do not look forward to that expense 😞