2025 Honda Pilot Review | BIG Changes for 2025!

[@danielmcneill13]

I have a 2023 Pilot Elite , so exactly the same as you drove in this video. No issues at all as of yet. Incredible amount of storage space and very comfortable. I think it is fairly priced for what you get. Certainly competitive pricewise with Mazda and Toyota.

[@ofcbob6391]

Is the blind spot monitoring "amber cars" in the mirrors with the pilots...or on the inside trim, like I have now on my 2016 Acura? I really like when it is inside, as it is not diminished by after-market window tint and/or rain on the mirror itself.

[@danielmcneill13]

@@ofcbob6391 The orange collision avoidance light {two orange cars} are located on the upper outer edge of each side mirror.

[@iosifkovalenko8364]

I would say pilots are priced more then fair when compared to toyota. Especially with many toyota models going the turbo route. I’d much rather go with naturally aspirated v6.

[@KathleenKropp]

I just bought the exact pilot elite you are driving. I had a 2009 pilot touring car 233398 miles. So far I love this car.

[@alonsocarranza8953]

I like the car but I hate that obsession lately for replace the old school shifter for knobs or bottoms.

[@modernsoccer1860]

I did too until I started using one, it's amazing and much easier and feels more modern

[@Black_Cats_Of_War]

I dont like the knobs and buttons either. I just am not a fan of the push button shifter. I like a rotary knob better. You have to not feel but look to see what gear your in.

[@jermaineblalock5553]

@@modernsoccer1860if it malfunctions your in trouble

[@rodsheypuk8104]

I think Ford did a nice job redesigning the shifter in the Ranger (the Lariat model). It's small and modern, but you still have something to rest your hand on when driving.

[@rodsheypuk8104]

I think Ford did a nice job redesigning the shifter in the Ranger (the Lariat model). It's small and modern, but you still have something to rest your hand on when driving.

[@kafka_enjoyer]

you are the first KZbinr to let us listen to the pilot exhaust sound like that! here a new subscriber.

[@goldpony]

Appreciate it! 🙏

[@billgirolamo9015]

I just bought (and have not picked up yet) a brand new (same color - black) Honda Pilot Ex-L and i'm going from a 2012 (which I absolutely loved) to this one the 2025 EX-L. So many new features to love. I'm not totally intimidated with all the new technology, but i'm trying to get out in front of that day (Monday 4/22) when I go to my local Everett MA dealer and get it. Needed a few things, like I added the body side molding which it used to come with and of course the Honda Mat package but, the amazing things that come standard are incredible. Thanks for taking me on the test drive, still more to learn - basic stuff, but going from 2012 to 2025 is a huge jump in upgrades, but all is good .. thanks and nice job on this tour! Bill G. - Melrose MA

[@chih6654]

4:19 V6 sounds great!

[@hbpsalm2350]

Great review and info. Researching Honda Pilots now after owing a Honda Accord 2000 and it's still running but thought its time to upgrade. Kudos for playing some For King & Country one of my favs!

[@amastello]

I bought a 2023 Honda Pilot Elite, as opposed to a GMC Denali and I am thrilled with the decision. Excellent car at 15 months old (and only 3500 miles). I have owned 5 previous Honda's starting with a 1987 Accord LX. I had a 2008 pilot I traded for a Cadillac SRX for the safety features it had. An I will day it is not near as hood as this Pilot. Honda did well. What does it still need - a MUTE button for the radio, a larger center screen, and a wider HUD. Also they need to figure out the issue with the HUD and sun glasses, especially polarized glasses. And I would like to be able to put more data on the "windshield". But other than that great car and the dog likes it too!

[@mohammedalgheryafi7784]

If one doesn't mind the placement of the third row vents, he/she won't go wrong buying this cuv, if they afford the priice. Thanks for a great review, as usual.

[@hassandawudi4810]

What were the big changes? Seems exactly the same

[@ChrisMaj]

Big Changes? Please.

[@peternguyen7607]

The only change is went from usba to all usbc ports.

[@MichelleDiego-ml7oc]

Bought the 2019 Pilot and I ended up bringing it back to Honda after 2 years. On the first month I already encountered an issue. When it hits the 1st and 2nd year more issues arose. Though its still under warranty, I don't want to keep coming back for them to check it. They never solved my issues too. I don't know if I still want to consider buying Pilot.

[@keith32181]

Well it couldn’t been that bad you kept it for 2 years 😂

[@MurderMostFowl]

why on earth would they fake the exhaust? That seems so silly. Either have them be rectangular pipes or just have a normal rear bumper. It is just another thing to get damaged if you bump into something.

[@Lessontobe]

Great review but the price is outrageous. Once again you are the best!

[@goldpony]

Appreciate it! 🙏

[@fredmoss4540]

Same price as other competitors.

[@chrism2754]

@@fredmoss4540 The problem with the Pilot Cost is what you get. You get junk tires that need replacement at 30K miles, costly timing belt replacement at 100K miles, poor fuel economy, slow acceleration, a small infocenter.

[@iosifkovalenko8364]

@@chrism2754and also junk battery that needs to be replaced fairly early. But it’s all reasonable. The Pilot is extremely reliable.

[@TheAutomotiveReview]

These Honda’s like the Pilot and Passport do not need Paddle Shifters! Honda need restore the traditional shifter and incorporate a larger informatics screen. I think the Second Generation Honda Pilot was Honda’s Best SUV body style. I wish Honda would go retro and bring back the Second Generation Pilot. Functional exhaust pipes is a must.

[@fredmoss4540]

The 2nd Generation Pilot was a box on wheels exterior looks. I never liked it even though we drove 1st Generation Ridgeline.

[@JoseTorres-st5ic]

I have the 2024 pilot elite was hoping that you would go over changes.

[@elnuevemendez]

Yes. I am about to buy a Honda pilot. I need to know if I can just buy a 2023 (new design, nervous about this) or 2024. And 2025 if all the kinks and issues were updated

[@rides20]

@@elnuevemendezso far, I believe the only difference between 23 and 24 elites is the rear USB ports… usb a in 23 and usb-c in 24

[@JaneDoe-ob3tq]

Ugh!! I really want to trade in my 2019 for a new one but i HATE the infotainment system sticking out of the dash and i don't like the storage hump between seats. I like the armrests and the flat storage top for my eggs, takeout, etc.. I'll probably keep mine.

[@chrism2754]

Has Honda caught on that people want the shifter stick put back into the Pilot instead of the da?n buttons? Are they still using the crummy timing belt that costs about $2,000 to replace at 100,000 miles? Long past are the days when Honda was designed and built in Japan. The Pilot is about equal to Ford or GM in terms of parts life, had Gen 2 and 3 pilots lets just say lots of costly repairs just like American SUV nameplates.

[@ryanb8736]

Hondas got to fix their reliability. Too many issues lately.

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Nice video bro and I would consider buy this.

[@liberty8990]

All around pretty good vehicle. But like Toyota Honda does not spend enough effort on their seats. The front seats especially ,the bottom are too short.

[@tomgalusha5201]

Did they do away with the forward facing camera in 2025?

[@ciddy206]

Any significant changes from 2024 models?

[@fredmoss4540]

No just added a trim and deleted a trim. Also some seat configuration change as to how now offered in some trim.

[@hamricksj]

25s only have 1 year oil/maintenance now, not 2. Basically you get 2 oil changes.

[@chinyereuyaniker3340]

Is the remote start standard on all of them?

[@keith32181]

Umm It’s 2024 🥴😂

[@Black_Cats_Of_War]

I like the passport better. The pilot is too long for me. Its harder to find a space to park it. It will be interesting to see how they scale down the passport to look like a short back pilot.

[@modernsoccer1860]

Saving money for this

[@OptimusBob119]

Great video. How many watts is the bose 12 speakers system ?

[@Timemachine69]

Top indicated speed for 2009 Honda Odyssey - 120-mph indicated.

[@stevenziegler2523]

What is the difference between the 2024 and 2025???

[@johnjuza2659]

nothing! They just charge more money!!!🤣

[@fredmoss4540]

They added the Black Edition and Deleted the LX trim. Seat configuration in some changed from previous year.

[@elnuevemendez]

Any motor changes from 23, 24 and 25?

[@fredmoss4540]

@@elnuevemendez None

[@iosifkovalenko8364]

@@elnuevemendezthey took the vtech away

[@kannanrcbe]

Improved design

[@rodsheypuk8104]

Where is the 2025 Honda Ridgeline?

[@johnjuza2659]

So no changes for 2025....just more exspensive!

[@Aojaimi]

One of the best reviews It’s been quite a long time seeing your reviews And it’s always great 👍 You should have at lest 600K followers You have good camera angels and great energy along with short and breve information in regards of trims and prices Have a wonderful time and more perfect reviews as usual My regards from 🇸🇦 god place

[@hectordjibaou4198]

Very annoyed that I can't get parking sensors on a Pilot Sport. Like comeon man, not even an option for it (arghhhh). Just go EX-L, then --- but I want the dark headliner, those of us with kids or makeup happy teens/wifes aren't kind to your regular headliner color. No thanks to the Trailsport, I'd rather buy a 4 Runner for dedicated offroading, plus let's be honest that 3rd row is not meant for even 3 kids. So trailsport is really more of a 6 seater!

[@SPAiD4]

13:42 always one of them 😂😂

[@JFKennedy-wy5ez]

Timing belt or chain

[@fredmoss4540]

Belt

[@kellylee514]

I don't care for the saddle color inside. Can that be changed out for black?

[@goldpony]

Right. There's a few interior color options 👍🏻

[@djcolourzone]

I would buy it today if the provided customers with a button that turns off the VCM !!!! Turning a V6 into a 3 cylinder at will is damned disturbing to me. When they stop pushing their energy mandates on to the customer I will rethink my stance.

[@arabe1yemeni]

Same thing as 2023

[@KK-tt6ui]

Can’t wait for the 2025 ridgeline

[@chevyfan8428]

Only time you’re going to see the Ridgeline’s name in 2025 is on its gravestone.

[@jobblyvids]

my guess it will be same as 2024

[@fredmoss4540]

The failure of Honda to not completely redesign the 2024 Ridgeline has made me go to alternate choice. That is this exact vehicle the now 2025 Honda Pilot Elite trim. We have had 2007 Ridgeline in family for 17yrs. So new vehicle would not have been replacement but replacing my 2000 Acura 3.2TL.

[@modernsoccer1860]

Would still get the palisade over this if you were shopping today?

[@goldpony]

Both are solid picks, but personally, I'd go Highlander Hybrid. Same size essentially but with 36mpgs. Plus, I recently read an article about one in Florida going over 1M miles.

[@hyunhosuh9912]

@@goldpony It's different in size, because Highlander has 75 in width, which is closer to Santa Fe or Sorento which has 74 in width but Pilot and Palisade got 78 in width, totally different class.

[@carlos8040ca]

Keep the natural V6 engine and people will still buy them

[@na2305]

Can you get one without the paddle shifters? We hate paddle shifters!!

[@fredmoss4540]

No that's standard. You don't have to use the paddle shifters on the steering wheel. Just the push button transmission.

[@rickylopez1573]

Did I miss the big changes for 2025, or was it just click bait?

[@hamricksj]

Fogs come standard in Touring and above.

[@Kaimilanichung]

Peep the “trust in God” oh i how I needed that. lol.

[@TehDiffay]

Nice car but 52k for a Honda Pilot is crazy 😂

[@ofcbob6391]

yeah, stepping into Acura MDX territory at $52K.

[@swishy4mbg]

Acura integra type s doesn’t have power or air vents in the rear, manual adjusting passenger seat & the rear seats don’t match the front seats & no driver seat memory. Very similar cost. It’s crazy how little you get for your money.

[@philipjacob2314]

Everything in the segment is expensive. Toyota GH is over 56k, pallisade is 55k, Kia is expensive and VW can be too. Pilot at 52k is for elite. The touring and EXL are actually priced nice at 45k or 49k.

[@travelwithsameer316]

So what it deserves

[@fredmoss4540]

This is about right price for this vehicle. This is Top of line Pilot the Black Edition is just appearance package but same as Elite. It's in line with other vehicles in this market. That would be KIA Telluride,Hyundai Palisade, They may give you a slight more premium interior luxury feel. The Pilot prioritize Driving Dynamics in watching other KZbins. So it handles road imperfections a little better. But it's same as other competitors. Your going to pay in the 60K range for Acura MDX. So you would have to get AWD Acura MDX with Advance Package to get somewhat same features as Pilot Elite. The 360 Multi-View Camera System, The ventilated front seats Heads-Up Display, The 2nd Row Heated Outboard seats removable storage 2nd Row center seat. Your basically getting the same AWD System IVTM4 in Honda vs Acura Super Handling AWD in MDX. It was upgraded on the 4th Generation Pilot. The TrailSport Pilot was tweaked a bit more. So my point you couldn't just go buy a AWD Acura MDX and have same features. You would have to get advanced package on Acura to match features on Pilot Elite. But the Acura would give more premium features.

[@Tom-ej8bb]

Keep the gas Honda Yeah!!

[@prathitshrestha4180]

I dont feel good on 3rd row, else very nice

[@johnfontanini8490]

We just got a 2025 Touring, a month later we hit an Elk - 20k in damages, and not one of Honda's systems notified us or applied the brakes. Honda is way behind the car industry when it comes to tech and safety . this was my 3rd and last pilot , and our 10th and last honda, never again .

[@ibrahimabah3693]

I thought it wouldn’t have a third row

[@fredmoss4540]

PILOT is 3 Row SUV Passport is 2 Row.

[@rodhier2516]

Dude! You must be getting paid by the word!?

[@ypsagent]

Yadyadyaaaah

[@humbolt45]

Way too pricey for me so I'll keep my 2015 EX-L.

[@mck5209]

That's insane. Listen to Scotty Kilmer buy an older used model Toyota or Honda it will last just as long and will not have as many issues because less computer stuff . It will also cost half the price!

[@fredmoss4540]

No connectivity. People using phones for Navigation Waze older vehicles less connectivity technology. Also saftey technology Our previous current vehicles lack saftey sensing technology. We have just replaced 2 of 3 vehicles in family. The youngest vehicle not in household was 2009 Ford Focus. Replacement 2024 Honda Civic Sport Hatchback. The 2007 Honda Ridgeline Pickup Truck 225,000+ miles has been replaced as a daily driver and travel vehicle by 2024 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD. My current vehicle a 2000 Acura 3.2TL will be replaced with 2025 Honda Pilot Elite soon.

[@geoffreypleavin5268]

As always honda dissapoints with its tech and interior quality revamps compared to Korean alternatives, especially considering the higher pricing,

[@rodhier2516]

Quote: "There are some nice changes to the 2025 model year." Care to elaborate?

[@geoffreypleavin5268]

The dash screen display size for example still the old size, small, full view camera angles for reversing, and overall luxury feeling in the cabin compared to say a telluride and or palisade. Honda just seem to lag in these areas consistently. I have a pilot and generally love the drive and handling, but the slowness of tech and noise etc inside the vehicle just takes the edge of it when I get in my friends Korean competitors cars. Still loyal but next time I will be looking at the other competitors.

[@pahanin2480]

Its a shame they went with a fake exhaust look

[@halojovan]

Looks like a Dodge Durango

[@brooklynslaughterhouse2056]

Man I don’t like the rear design of this generation pilot

[@geoffreypleavin5268]

Too much money for an SUV that lags the rest of the class for technology and finish

[@michaelrwatson555]

Honda no longer includes 2 years free maintenance. It is now 1 year only.

[@nesheiwg]

I am not in love.

[@fredmoss4540]

I am in love and will be getting this exact vehicle soon. After over a year and 100s of KZbin reviewers my choice is final.

[@joelc9329]

Did you get it yet? What made you want this car?

[@fredmoss4540]

@joelc9329 Not yet but hopefully soon. But we went to Honda Dealership just over a month ago to purchase new car. Since I'm the car person in the family I do research. My nephew needed a car badly. His 2009 Ford Focus was done. To much money for him to repair. So his mother and I said look at getting him used. He's not young but paying high rent ect. So I'm a Honda/Acura fan boy in my 60s. This is what I had since age 19. So his mother and I said we get him a used Honda Civic 2019 probably. Then I thought about it get cheap new Civic. We'll that didn't turn out that way. We got a 2024 Civic Sport Hatchback. They not that cheap. But nephew liked my choice he test drove. This was before me and his mother got there to pay for it. It's in his name she just wrote check. So while getting Civic sales lady gave me Key-Fob to Pilot Touring trim. They didn't have Elite on lot. I gave it a good look. This is the only Pilot that I have ever really liked exterior styling. But I was planning on getting Honda Ridgeline Pickup Truck. If they had did redesign like Pilot. I use to want Acura MDX for years. My current car is nearing 25yrs old it's a 2000 Acura 3.2TL. My sister has a 2007 Honda Ridgeline that I picked out.My previous new vehicles were 80 Prelude 90 and 94 Accord sedans. My goddaughter has a Acura TSX before that she had Civic. But all my research was done expecting 3rd Gen Ridgeline would get 4th Gen Pilot treatment. When this was known not going to happen. I said I could live with Pilot Elite trim. The Poor Man's Acura MDX Advance trim.

[@RicardoValdes-r6w]

Great review but way to much babbling

[@dadoo985]

That exhaust setup is horrible