Toyotas and Hondas You Shouldn’t Buy

Honda Pilot vs Toyota Highlander, Which is Better, DIY and car review Scotty Kilmer. Car comparison. Who makes the best SUV. Toyota Highlander vs Honda Pilot. Toyota Highlander review. Honda Pilot review. Is Honda better than Toyota? Are Honda Pilots reliable cars? Are Honda Pilots worth buying? Are Toyota Highlanders good SUVs? Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 53 years.
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[@markhelge6499]

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[@bobwhitebread1887]

I've been looking at rav 4s can you do a video about them?

[@truckbuild4213]

I like for you to make a video of the honda pilot with the ZF 9 speed transmission

[@tanukachakraborty6579]

Don't listen to this old guy....he has no idea.....

[@emmanuelowusufrempong5186]

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[@rkgsd]

Knowing what years to avoid is such valuable info. People assume you can't go wrong with any year because the brand has a good reputation.

[@QMicAnticsallday]

I just learned this.

[@usasunflower]

Thank you dude

[@jonasjung256]

Very very true. Goes with pretty much all makes as they all have had their engineering fails, just some brands more than others.

[@wendipickett5236]

So what model years should you avoid for the Highlander?

[@phoenixrising441]

I’ve got a 2002 v6 Highlander with 207,000 miles. Still runs great and I love it

[@VengWarrior]

I have a 2018 Toyota Haighlander, I bought it brand new and in 6 years it has not given me any problem. The Toyota Highlander is a great vehicle.

[@omaralabasi886]

How much distance you've crossed with ?

[@satxvike]

I recently bought a new 2020 Honda Pilot and I absolutely love it. So far I have zero complaints.

[@fh1980ram]

I'll definitely consider the Highlander Celica.

[@210SAi]

Toyota’s version of the Mustang-E

[@hgfyyyhvdyjh1758]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@kaleemahmed2823]

The 1994 model correct 😄

[@benv4514]

Scotty needs to pin this

[@tempturerush1987]

Lol

[@tracy2928]

Parents just got rid of their 2002 Highlander Limited. Best vehicle we ever owned. Only traded it in as they had 2 cars and didn't need it anymore. 200k miles and still ran and drove like new. Color me impressed.

[@dgreensotr]

Still driving my 2002 Highlander 4-cyl. 240,000 miles and hardly any work done on it. Best car I've ever owned!

[@i23intheplace2b]

200k mi on a Honda is easy. 200k mi on a Toyota is only halfway through it's life.

[@gerry8653]

After listing to my bud Scott for awhile now and I'm pretty sure he couldn't run for POTUS. Yup, born in Japan. Let's see your birth cert Scott! I think he hasn't told us he's on Toyota's Board of Directors!

[@jamesdubois1237]

2007 honda pilot 250000 and still going..

[@Nik_the_Prick]

Still driving my 2004 limited highlander with 165000 miles on it, also still runs like new, plus the jbl sound system still sounds good as ever too. I will probably own it for another 15 years!

[@artistnyc123]

I have a 2009 Highlander, last year built in Japan. Runs like a dream, 121,000 miles.

[@OOICU812]

I have an '08 with 196,000 mi. Rides and drives like new.

[@artistnyc123]

​@@OOICU812 I expect mine to run like new at 196k. I give it a synthetic oil change every year despite only putting on just over 2000 miles.

[@good-tn9sr]

@@artistnyc123 Have a 2011 with 128,000 miles and never had problems at all. Regular oil changes from the dealership.

[@erniecarrasco9107]

They stopped making them in Japan in 2007

[@erniecarrasco9107]

After 2007 they started making Highlanders in America lol

[@stephenmartinez3790]

My 2004 Toyota Highlander v6 is still running strong even though it has 180,000 miles feels like a luxury car

[@jeffreylebowski1240]

I have a 2006 4cyl. with 400k. Still running strong 💪

[@nickh3064]

I hope you enjoy the next 180,000 over the next 20 years. Lol

[@stephenmartinez3790]

@@nickh3064 we are planning to have it reach 1 million miles

[@rolandroland1485]

@@jeffreylebowski1240 no wayyyyy 400k ?! Damnnnnnn

[@TFMuhamet]

I just bought a 2013 V6 HL with only 39000 miles, pristine paint, white, with cream leather interior and chrome accents, running boards. One owner, no accidents no damage. I love it! It is my unicorn and my forever vehicle.

[@nazmaakther]

I recently bought a 2018 Pilot Touring (certified). I tried both Highlander and Pilot before i made my decision. Initially i wanted to purchase Highlander but it has most uncomfortable seats (specifically the third row seats are horrible) on the other hand, Pilot is very comfortable, lots of room, and easily fits 8 adults without any problems. If you go for long drive frequently, and take your family and friends with you then i definitely recommend Honda Pilot over Highlander.

[@Иванпонимаете-г4ш]

I have a 2011 Honda pilot with 283k miles , no Major issues, just a relay switch and air mix actuator for the AC. Other than that i just kept up the maintenance

[@BatkoNashBandera]

As 2011 Honda pilot owner, i can say that Honda pilot 2018 looks like a aerodynamic crap.

[@judithwingo3407]

Yes I love Honda’s they are the best trucks I have ever owned

[@tahltan1910]

I own a 2012 Honda pilot and it is very reliable and I get 26 miles to the gallon highway. 👍🏼

[@gundymetre7571]

Yeah we have a 2012 too, great car!

[@tahltan1910]

Cool cool 👍🏼

[@InfoSecTangSoo]

We have a 2013 Pilot EX-L and love it, too. However, we're not seeing anywhere NEAR that 26 MPG highway. Best I've seen is about 22 on trips to Disney. We average 17-18 blended (City/Highway).

[@frenchycanada]

Same here, love my pilot

[@Eric_W]

Scotty, I really appreciate that you take the time to do these videos and I especially appreciate that you actually use your voice instead of a robotic one. You sir are a wealth of knowledge!

[@isaacvlogings4123]

Had a first generation highlander. Great driving experience. No blind spots, easy to drive. Friends had a first generation pilot with leather. Those seats were amazing. Most comfortable I’ve ever felt in a car. I’d buy one just for the seats. Don’t know how much that have changed since then.

[@dogsbark5750]

I bought my 13 highlander when my first was an infant. Hes been in all his friends parents cars. From X3, Traverse, to Atlas which broke down. He said never get rid of Lander, it rides so much better and hasnt changed in all these years. Only changed the batt, tires, and fluids.

[@dalephillips8250]

How many miles on it though?

[@jinpark5324]

Still own original 2009 Highlander V6 AWD! It is very reliable and have no plan to replace it for another 15 years.

[@jaydenlyon4106]

4WD or AWD hybrid? How many miles?

[@trailerparkcryptoking5213]

Miles?

[@barrydhurieux7062]

The reason I bought it 2020 Honda pilot was because my teenage kids could fit in the third row backseat comfortably. You can’t fit in a Toyota Highlander third or a backseat unless you are a kid. What is the point in buying it three rule passenger car when you can’t fit in the third row.

[@bigluke121vevo]

So true. Never owned a Honda Pilot but I will get one soon

[@rodolfosubida2898]

I have seen much better specs and cheaper than Pilot! But in the end went to Honda pilot!!!.....Why? The 3rd row which my kids like is very very comfortable even with adults!

[@andrewmosley7904]

We had 2 adults and 1 child in the back of our highlander this weekend. It isn’t ideal, but certainly doable. Plus I think the Highlander styling blows the pilot out of the water.

[@amaing8304]

@@andrewmosley7904 was going to say we have a highlander and have no issue with our teen and her friends in the 3rd row comfortably. Love our Highlander

[@umairmasoud5883]

I'm 6 foot and I can barely fit in the back of my 2020 honda pilot on the 3rd row. That 3rd row is not meant for tall people, my knees came upto to the headrest of the seat infront of me.

[@richdollars8337]

I have a 2008 Highlander which was used for the most part to due Uber, 220k miles later still runs like new. Have a different job and blessed to make more money but i refused to get a new car until my Highlander dies. Only problem is now my commute is less than 10 minutes from my house and don’t think my Highlander will ever die.

[@mrbyamile6973]

My daughter had a 2004 Pilot with 236,000 miles and was still going strong before a car accident totaled it. Mostly only needed oil changes and brakes, throttle position module is only "abnormal" failure but it didn't leave her stranded just popped a check engine light. She bought a 2018 Hylander to replace it and has loved it more.

[@michaelmitchell9612]

Scotty I have an 06 Pilot I purchased new and have never had to do anything other than my regular oil & filter changes, brakes, batteries which I do the maintenance and also of course tires. I saved myself $1000.00 and changed the water pump and timing belt, parts $202.00. Dealership wanted $1200.00. Still has ice cold A/C. It has 126,000 miles, not that many for an 06.

[@aneudymartinez2279]

I used to have 2006 pilot they good vehicle now I have 2017 pilot

[@davidanderson8469]

Have you adjusted the valves yet? Very critical.

[@chuckfreisinger1508]

I absolutely love my 2017 Highlander Hybrid. It's very quick accelerating from a stop and in passing at highway speeds. The seats could be a little more comfortable, and access to the 3rd row is still far more difficult than that of my 2015 Honda Pilot. The 2015 Pilot is also a great car. It is much roomier and quiet than my Highlander, and it gets around in the snow better than any car I've ever driven. All told, the Pilot is a more comfortable vehicle, but the Highlander feels more agile and gets almost twice as many MPG. I also handed down my 2010 Highlander Hybrid to my daughter. The 2010 still looks new and drives great at around 150K miles. Bottom line, we've owned multiple model years of both vehicles, and they were all great cars.

[@drivenhome3257]

Is the Highlander ok for a short 5 foot tall driver?

[@Windsofchange2023]

Yes but I would go for the Camry crossover suv for 5 feet tall better view.

[@chuckfreisinger1508]

@@drivenhome3257 the seats have a huge range of adjustment. My hobbit-sized daughter has no trouble driving the 2010 Highlander, and the 2017 has the same range of adjustment.

[@chowderwhillis9448]

@@drivenhome3257 you do mean a 5 foot short driver right??

[@chanthana7694]

I'm barely 5'1 in length and I love my highlander just fine, with no problem reaching the gas/brake pedals. If I want to feel tall, I throw in a seat cushion then I'm good to go. Lol

[@chadmurphy7732]

I’ve owned 2006, 2012, and 2016 Highlanders. Loved them all. Simply upgraded as I wanted new features. I’m not a big fan if the stylings of the newest generation. For my money, you can’t beat the Highlander. “There can be only one.”

[@davidanderson8469]

All the newer Toyota/Lexus line has that hideous front clip that Darth Vader inspired.

[@jjjohn5914]

I still have my 2001 highlander and love it. My son was born 2months after I got it and is now 21 and will finish college this year. Just like Scotty said ...the vehicle was used his whole life. Still have the stickers on back window where he sat as a child....will never let this car go unless I can find a new one just like it.

[@DrDaveShows]

Bought a 2017 Highlander XLE from your recommendation and enormously happy.

[@WKaliberr]

Hope you enjoy your blown engine

[@handle554]

@@WKaliberr what are you referring to? Can you link a article? Just bought an '18 so I'm nervous now.

[@henrymarte1671]

That make two of us

[@mr.c493]

I have an 06’ highlander I bought in 2009 my oldest daughter was 6 months old now she’s 12!!! Car has 190k miles and running very strong!!

[@deriomerio]

My 2012 honda pilot has had zero issues and 132,000 miles. Going for 200,000!!

[@puma1294]

Have ur valves adjusted and water pump and timing belt and all the timing hardware changed if u want to hit 250k

[@deriomerio]

@@puma1294 your absolutely right. I had them done at 105k!! Important

[@puma1294]

@@deriomerio great news !. So i have a 13 pilot with 72k. Theres a tsb for premature front wheel bearing wear. Did yours have this problem?

[@dianehaskins8640]

A friend just traded hers after 14 years.

[@bobbyhartfelt5855]

2017 Pilot here. Only issue I had and found many others were the fuel injectors. Was covered under warranty and other than routine maintenance, I have had no issues. Coming up on 90k miles and it still rides like a dream. I don't forsee the wife and I getting rid of it until the wheels fall off.

[@allanriley4070]

You’re due for a timing belt change soon!

[@robmalcolm8042]

@@allanriley4070 probably has a chain by that point belt was upto a certain year for many brands

[@Npc5150]

@@robmalcolm8042 J series all have belts as far as I know. I think all the 3.2's and 3.5's. I think I heard some newer Pilots were using the K series. I've never seen one. All J series, along with the Ridgeline, MDX, Accord, Odyssey and more. There are problems but the J series enthusiasts have it all ironed out. The thing people seem to complain about the most is VCM. Just get an engine that doesn't have VCM. Problem solved.

[@truckbuild4213]

Do you have the 6 speed transmission or the 9 speed transmission

[@bobbyhartfelt5855]

@LORD HYBRID VIDEOS I absolutely agree. Initially was really wanting Touring or Elite but had heard the same thing about the transmission. Definitely glad I have the EXL. The AWD isn't bad either when I've needed it (which hasn't been often admittedly). 98k miles and going strong!

[@qkelly6239]

Where the Highlander gang at

[@zaiah8665]

At your moms house

[@JesusChristson]

I was tempted to get a highlander but not anymore nor pilots

[@krzysztofwojtanek511]

2014 limited baby 😉

[@brucewayne-bp2qw]

Got mine in 2008. Still running like a top with 170k

[@CoryFugger]

Highlanders suck

[@michaelbuerhaus8409]

Good evening, Scotty! I have a 2021 Highlander XSE on order & I can't wait for it to get here. Love those Toyotas!

[@ghostplyr6346]

These videos are nothing short of excellent!

[@alansondrums]

I like these types of videos, it’s a good little change for the channel

[@eal8645]

We have two 2005 Honda Pilots, 250k miles on both. Going strong and never had any problems. Both were made in Canada.

[@tipr8739]

mine got up there and needed an oil pan seal…. which needed the front axle and dif removed so i was out

[@sardarpopal5742]

I got a 2011 Honda Pilot. Loving it, perfectly smooth and reliable.

[@JA-zh5xi]

We have a 2019 Highlander and it’s been awesome!

[@Jwebbplayz]

I’m double checking all your videos before I buy my car so I can make a smart decision and say “Scotty sent me”.

[@lukem9707]

We had a 2003 Highlander for few years and it was great. 3.0L engine was smooth and we haver had a single problem. It rode on tall tires and suspension was soft but very comfortable. It was built in Japan.

[@retronuggets4315]

This is some top professional level video, woah

[@Lennyg845]

I don't know man, seems like a bunch of stock footage. I like the crazy uncle feel Scottie gives off when he's on camera.

[@OOICU812]

@@Lennyg845 then the editing is top notch.

[@roostercogburn7243]

Scott is on Toyota payroll now.

[@jerseyinthephilippines1283]

@@roostercogburn7243 I dink do..

[@briantezo9232]

It looks like a marketing video with a scrip and a paycheck from Toyota.

[@brotherdodger8545]

My wife loves her 2018 XLE AWD HIGHLANDER. Great suv

[@knoxallbert3262]

I have a 2015 Highlander, and I love it. I agree with the seats, but have no issue with wind noise and the screen has never had any issues. Love the videos!

[@melissawittman]

I bought the 2020 Highlander limited. (not hybrid) I am loving it!

[@AL-ll5hq]

Hi from your former neck of the woods in southern Ontario. Been waiting for the Highlander and Pilot video!

[@scottykilmer]

hello!

[@halo48189]

@@scottykilmer Hey scotty, I have a question about my first car. I've been looking at a 1994 ford thunderbird LX with the 4.6 V8. It's got 77,000 miles on It and Is In good shape. Would this be a good first car?

[@loranger6447]

@@halo48189 I would email him on his gmail or he also has a website for questions.

[@larryhale7618]

I bought a new 2012 Highlander Limited and loved it. In 2020 I gave it to my son and bought a new 2020 Highlander Limited. So far it is great. The 2020 is kind of stiffer than my 2012. It is loaded with technology.

[@richsweeney1115]

Oh, good..more things to break...lol they make cars and trucks cheaper, and distract you with technology so you don't notice the truck isn't made as well as older ones..they all use cheaper materials..and the electronics all break over time

[@Totschlagen1799]

My wife and I just bought a 2016 Highlander this weekend, so far at just under 60,000 miles, we have some good expectations, and at least this year isn't mentioned in the bad or good years to buy. Great video Scotty. Keep up the great videos.

[@trustno1starbuck]

Update? If you please...

[@jontyler6611]

Had a 2017 Highlander and while ok and trouble free, we went back to Honda and now own a 2020 Pilot and couldn't be happier.. Night and day with room, comfort and overall build & features.. So glad we went back to Honda.

[@fejzocecunjanin2028]

it’s good to hear that you don’t have have any issues with your pilot. but many are having transmission issues and fuel injector problems. make sure you have an extended warranty.

[@winstonsmiths2449]

Just bought a 2021 Pilot, 13,700 miles! I liked the handling of the Highlander more than than the Pilot, but the pilot was more comfortable of a ride. Highlander handles a smidge better. Test drove both the same day, one after the other.

[@AgentGrand12]

That's funny, I just went through the same exact experience. Had every intention of buying a 2021 Toyota Highlander but changed my mind after driving a 2021 Honda Pilot Touring. The ride was noticeably more comfortable in the Pilot in my opinion. Very smooth ride in the Pilot.

[@acemoore7204]

I purchased a 2021 Highlander LE and love it, gas mileage, handling, and comfort.

[@dds2899]

What is your average MPG?

[@gobofraggel7383]

I have a 2015 highlander with 85,000 miles in NYC. Volume and tuning knobs broke when wiping them during my first month of ownership. Last year the plastic around the car seat cracked and the edges of the front seats along the side of the door flattened out (lost their cushiness). Bracket fell off exhaust and it rattles. A few weeks ago the passengers side window would go up slightly when I tried to close it, and then back down. I had to do it at least 10 times to get it to go up. It has been okay since then. No rebooting or blacking out of display console and no other problems. Car drives like it did when I first got it. Reliable, fast with 6 cyl engine, and comfortable. Would buy again. I had a Honda CRV prior to this for 9 years. Nothing ever broke or went bad but I like my highlander a lot more anyway for comfort and performance and reliability.

[@DougMount]

I like our 2010 Ford Edge 3.5L V6 best. We have 161K and still going strong...

[@chiconian49]

My current vehicle is a 2004 Scion XB. It only cost me 3 grand with 74,000 miles on it. So far its been trouble free.

[@rok7980]

Both are nice vehicles, but personally I would go with Toyota because I do not like timing belts that could break at the worst time. A timing chain is much better in my opinion.

[@9873459872134234]

Nothing said about tow capacity, even though these vehicles are very frequently used to tow. Big differences there, particularly in older model years (Highlander V6 - 5000lbs vs. only 3500lbs in most older Honda Pilots). Additionally nothing noted about the fact that Highlanders use an engine CHAIN vs. Pilots which use a timing belt that must be changed regularly and is quite expensive to do. Older Pilots had HUGE issues with the variable cylinder management which can completely trash the engine. 8 speed Highlanders (2017 and forward) can get absolutely incredible fuel economy vs. the Pilot. Easily 30mpg highway in a Highlander. Hybrid Highlander can get 40+mpg if driven gently. I've even heard of 50mpg in a Highlander Hybrid. Almost unbelievable. I've personally gotten 40mpg in my ICE 8 speed Highlander when driven on lower speed highways (53mph seems to be the sweet spot).

[@WaspMedia3D]

Actually from 2003 to 2005, all Pilot trims were rated at 4500lbs. From 2006 - 2015 4500lbs was available trim dependent. In 2015 and 2016, it was up to 5000lbs dependent on the trim level. My Pilot is almost 19 years old and has 410,000kms on it and the timing belt has never been changed - not sure what you mean by "must to be changed regularly". My pilot doesn't even have variable cylinder management and its definitely "older" ... not sure when they introduced it. My sister has an older highlander hybrid and it gets decent mileage, but it sure isn't 40-50mpg. My Pilot doesn't get great mileage (decent on the highway though), but I also drive aggressively. If you baby it, it does ok, but that's no fun, besides the 3.5 sounds awesome when you get your foot into it ;)

[@joeandhunterloveukraine1857]

I got a used 2017 highlander hybrid in 2019. Great car. No problems even now being 4 years old. About 27.5 / 28 miles per gallon on average.

[@freudiandisaster2912]

How’s the space in the third row? Can two adults (5’5 and 5’7) fit in there? Or can you put two rear facing child seats in the third row?

[@slkslk7841]

@@freudiandisaster2912 thats it? just 27? for 2023 Toyota advertises it as 45mpg

[@Waterbear79]

We have a little camper that weighs about 1800-2000lbs. Would you feel comfortable towing it with your hybrid?

[@yingyang1875]

​@freudiandisaster2912 who puts child seats in the third row.

[@joeandhunterloveukraine1857]

@@freudiandisaster2912 sorry, I’m 3 years late. But yes pretty comfortably can fit an adult if it’s not an all day ride.

[@ethxer7534]

2007 Pilot. 225k. Runs like a dream.

[@kimmy0868]

Same here, 120k miles

[@santinodebartolo2625]

My dad bought a 2007 highlander when I was 7. It’s had no problems and now I’m 19 and I drive it. Just hit 200,000km

[@plymouthsportsatellite3349]

On my second highlander 2015,2021 Love them both !

[@freudiandisaster2912]

@@golferpro1241 how’s the seating space in the third row? Can you put rear facing child seats in the third row?

[@fernandoespinoza6958]

Did you had any major issues with the 2015 ?

[@plymouthsportsatellite3349]

@@fernandoespinoza6958 No none at all great vehicle

[@ileanapalamara4333]

I have a 2003 Highalnder it has 185,000 miles...have not had any issues..thank god ! Just bought a 2023 XLE Highlander and love it ! Thanks for all your great videos !

[@javiersoto359]

More videos like these! This format is exactly what I need since Im going to buy a used SUV soon

[@rachf9695]

Same

[@actpt6047]

We purchased a 2017 Acura MDX last month and it would suddenly go into limp mode at random times, which is dangerous. It’s apparently a common issue but Acura doesn’t recognize it, so instead of fighting with the dealership, we traded for a 2017 Highlander. So far, great car and this video confirms that we made the right decision.

[@Frank-s3s]

You definitely downgraded.

[@texasyank48]

Bought my wife a new Pilot EX-L in the summer of ‘05. She drove it until 2014, then gave it to our older son. He drove it until early this year, then gave it to his younger brother. It’s got somewhere north of 250K miles on it at this point. Never has needed a major repair.

[@서경민-c4g]

Great. Share your routine maintenance

[@texasyank48]

@@서경민-c4g Annyong. The longevity of my Pilot has much more to do with the inherent design and build quality than anything unique I did. I changed the engine oil when the maintenance minder said to. Always used standard oil, not synthetics. Other fluids were changed more or less as the manufacturer recommended. The timing belt has only been changed once, at about 120k miles. I also had a 2006 Acura TL, bought new in Jan. 2006. It had an engine and transmission similar to the Pilot. I gave that vehicle to my daughter-in-law in 2016, when it had 220k miles on it. It was as trouble free as the Pilot. Unfortunately, she managed to wreck it about a year after she started driving it 😕. At least she wasn’t injured.

[@서경민-c4g]

@@texasyank48 Thank you for sharing. I'll keep that in mind.

[@mannyflores470]

Recently bought a 2018 highlander 4 cylinder for wife's daily driver and 2 kids. No regrets great purchase and mpg at nearly 24.

[@OkieMikester]

I just purchased a 2010 Highlander base model to replace my 2003 4runner that was totalled in a wreck...not my fault. Great vehicle! Very pleased with Toyota products.👍

[@johnhedtke7571]

You were texting, eating, and watching porn when you wrecked werent you?😄😂🙃

[@Dcc357]

All these new cars are everything older luxury cars were, just without the really high quality leather, wood grains, and expensive suspension systems. They already ride fantastic, are quiet, have plenty of power, and most of the time the chairs are good. Hell, even my new VW Golf has less road noise than some Mercedes I've driven.

[@jaminova_1969]

Very good point! I hate the plastic interiors on so many newer cars & trucks!

[@omarparish6748]

I own a 2016 Honda Pilot EX-L...so far I'm impressed!!! 👍

[@truckbuild4213]

Do you have the 6 speed transmission or the 9 speed transmission

[@cyu601]

Got an 03 Highlander V6, the big issues on these are the knock sensors. Some people have problems, some don’t. Otherwise just wear items and routine maintenance. 147k miles now.

[@kenworthkid998]

My mother had a 550k highlander thing ran like a champ no oil loss well maintained she traded it sheerly for a newer look. I bought hers and its now at 700k no oil loss and runs great

[@sandraarista3121]

What year?

[@kenworthkid998]

@@sandraarista3121 2008

[@beanteam2217]

@@kenworthkid998 700k miles? Oml yalll do a lot of driving lol

[@pearldrummer7217]

Highlander is way quieter than the pilot. Rides better and handles bumps in the road better, like a high end luxury car. You feel safer driving a highlander. Recently test drove both and bought the highlander immediately.

[@chadwhite3025]

I just bought a 2015 Highlander 😁I was worried when you mentioned that year but the complaints were minor! I'm more than happy with it!!

[@satti1001]

No worry bro. That car will run 350000 miles with no problem

[@ackerrj]

2017 AWD HL V6 LE: All required service. No issues. Runs good. Car dash indicates over all mileage 26.4 mpg (city and hw). Car is quiet, comfortable, handles well, plenty of acceleration when needed, uses regular gas. For me, the seats are comfortable. Most of the time the 3rd row is folded down, we use the cargo space. I have replaced the halogen headlights with LED's (Sealight; big positive difference). Very pleased with the car. Total miles so far a little over 35k. Our other car is an 07 Saturn Vue with 240k+ miles gets 26-28mpg. No issues on that either (except the a/c compressor died at 200k miles (to be expected), wife refuses to replace it). We are considering a new HL hybrid, but the View could last another 150k-200k miles, and cost/benefit of spending another 45k to get an additional 10mpg just does not seem to be there. Best wishes to all.

[@michaelkillough6144]

Bought a used 14' highlander V6 fwd xle w 86k on it about 3 months back. Other than the display resetting, turning itself on and off while driving which I understand is a simple update to which it should fix. Other than that I am happy with the vehicle. 4.6 out of 5. 👍

[@68sgstandard]

He says to avoid the Honda Pilot 2003, 2005 and 2016. See near the end.

[@ObservingtheObvious]

Ha; Too late! I already bought a Highlander ( Scotty recommended) After searching I decided to buy in this class and these two were my choices. I did get a little nervous when you started to talk about which ones had problems. But luckily for me, I chose a 2013 Highlander and you didn’t mention anything about that one in particular. It runs like a champ, and it’s like a thoroughbred on the highway; it just wants to run in front; fast. I really have to watch burying my foot in the pedal because it can handle it and it doesn’t even seem like I’m doing 80+miles an hour. It could do 80 and more with ease but it’s sure to get better gas mileage at about 75. I find that I get about 27 miles per gallon on a fairly flat highway and when I’m driving around town doing food delivery I get anywhere from 22 when I’m doing long runs, to about 18 when I’m having to sit in line waiting to get orders. A very suitable vehicle for everything I needed and the kids love it too.

[@chanthana7694]

I love my 2013 Highlander limited edition (bought it used). It's been great and the ride is nice and smooth. Only problem that I ran to yesterday was the navigating system "not installed" when I tried to use it. It's been working fine until after I got the inspection done. Left it alone and run it again the next day and everything seem to be back to normal without doing anything. Not sure what happen there, but I hope it was just a glitch. Wondering if anyone else have the same issue.

[@khonable]

We just bought a used 2021 pilot touring. We love it!

[@markallenayers5510]

I'm surprised you said the 2017 was a good year for the highlander. That was the first year of the 8 speed transmission and it was a problem. Toyota had to do "software" updates to correct. Worth mentioning in my opinion

[@user-wq5ws1qs7x]

I have a 2017 and they extended the transmission warranty to 10 years unlimited miles. There was a manufacturing issue where a pin comes lose and blows the transmission. Many failures at low miles, but appears to be isolated. I think the faulty ones went right away. The transmission refresh is not a big deal.

[@retiredrebel]

Best to avoid 2017, unless the issues have been solved. 2018-2019 is better, the refresh added a combination of direct fuel injectors along with the port injectors. Looks better and is more efficient than 2015-2016. Hybrids are very well built. My 2016 HiHybrid lasted 751,xxx km (470,000 miles) and was sold for a good amount considering everything.

[@bretttimmons2653]

I have a 2017 Honda Pilot Elite. I love it. The early transmission shutter of the 2016 was fixed and it is a great vehicle. Have done nothing but routine maintenance. I have had prior Honda’s with power steering problems. That was all fixed with the new electric rack. No more hydraulic pump to service. The transmission service at 30k is not cheap but I figure it is better to pay for maintenance than repairs later. I love the look of the Honda more than the Toyota. Plus the Pilot has more room. All the seats fold flat. So I can pile the dogs in in the weekends and clients during the week. Great vehicle. Have had it over 3 years so not merely an initial review here.

[@sh1thead206]

Hi! I have my heart set on a 2017 Pilot and we were about to make the jump and buy it. But the more research I do, the more I read about the 16 & 17' having transmission problems and acceleration problems and have a hard ride. I am torn. I love EVERYTHING the 3rd gen pilots have to offer, but we're afraid to pull the trigger if there's problems that are guaranteed to happen. The pilot we're inquiring is the 2017 Ex-L with 78k miles for 26,500.00 from a private seller. I don't want to spend that much money and have to turn around and put more money into it.

[@festhegift]

I love my 2011 Honda Pilot🤗

[@johnnguyen0721]

How is the yearly maintenance cost and how often do things break?? I’m planning on buying a new pilot

[@ajberdun100]

I had a 2009 pilot. great vehicle, sold it with over 200k to buy a 2015 pilot, still going strong. I love the look of the 2009-2015 Pilots You cant really go wrong with either Toyota or Honda.

[@RosinGoblin]

My 06 pilot got around 150k. Still in nearly perfect condition other than some small cracks in the driver side leather

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

Just had a Highlander as a rental and I must say, it was pretty freakin’ sweet; much better than our other rental, which was a Durango.

[@jaminova_1969]

I rented one too and it was pretty awesome!

[@notmebutyou8350]

That Highlander is a freaking beast!! I love it, and the Honda Pilot. Highlander score for me: 10.0 Pilot score for ne: 9.99 😀😀😀😀😀

[@kristenumunna4209]

@@flennboyd6413 I LOVE my 2017 Durango 😃

[@bradhaines3142]

i just bought a 22 highlander hybrid. love it so far

[@justinfertig619]

I’ve owned a 2010 pilot, excellent vehicle especially with the 3rd row and I currently own a 2016 highlander also an excellent vehicle, the highlander has more creature comforts and the engine is a lot more peppy the wind noise is true with the highlander but overall I’d take the Toyota MPG is a little better as well.

[@RosinGoblin]

I love my 06 pilots. 150k miles and drives like a dream

[@Ruthking95]

I have a 2005 Highlander with a V6 and I love it! I’ve had it for a few months and no complaints. I bought it from the original owner, and only “big” thing we have had to do is the timing belt and water pump and the timing belt was the original one!

[@trailerparkcryptoking5213]

My 2007 RAV4 w/3.5L V6 has a timing “chain” which doesn’t require changing. Are you sure your V6 has a “belt”? Hopefully you didn’t get taken advantage of.....

[@Ruthking95]

I’m sure my v6 has a belt I have a 3.3L V6 and my brother is a mechanic so he takes care of everything for me and he wouldn’t ever cheat me or steer me wrong!

[@trailerparkcryptoking5213]

@@Ruthking95 yes, that 3.3L probably has a belt. I was referring to the 3.5L as they have a chain. Your brother takes great care of you!

[@rolandroland1485]

@@trailerparkcryptoking5213 it does have timing belt, I just replace my 06 v6 highlander at 95k as recommended by the manufacturer! Ruh is correct and those replacements are critical 👌🏿

[@shahramkhayam4875]

In the past, we had many Hondas with so much money we spent on its parts and service. And, so much trouble, especially with the electronics components. When we switched to Toyota, we were so happy because all the vehicles performed way better than Honda. That is why we loved Toyota and Lexus forever.

[@davidprodigy5833]

Formerly owned a 2006 Honda Pilot. We liked it alot. Just had to downsize.

[@calebg.9662]

5:20 Highlander wasn't the only redesign for 2020, the Corolla got redesigned as well.

[@Saladon89]

hes not talking about body redesign, hes talking about a full redesign, body, technology, structure, etc

[@CaseyGpdx]

Dont forget about the Venza.

[@retiredrebel]

They were all redesigned based on the TGNA platform.

[@Sonic-sh2vh]

My 2011 pilot has been trouble free with one exception. The front brake rotors would warp in less than 10,000 miles. I replaced them with oem honda rotors a few times, no luck, I tried a few pairs of aftermarket, same problem. A few years ago I put on a pair of “power stop” brand rotors. They were expensive but they are holding up beautifully.

[@Snookynibbles]

I have Power-stop, cross-drilled rotors with performance pads on my ‘06 TL...work like a champ. Cross-drilling dissipated disk heat more quickly during hard braking.

[@patrickshores8325]

I put on Duralast rotors to replace oem to get rid of warping!

[@dan5087]

I put Powerstop on all vehicles in my family. They're so good for the money.

[@nyruswolf2870]

I have a 2011 Pilot exl, it was my moms car. I love it, it’s a funky mocha colour and my friends say it looks like a cardboard box on wheels, so it’s been nicknamed “the box.” It’s got just under 100k miles on it and it runs like a charm.

[@Rosey423]

2nd gen Honda Pilot will always be my favorite. Shape and everything. We loved it so much we bought it twice. Still no issues with ours but we’re looking to buy the 3rd gen, however I’m not too fond of the shape. Anyways just wanted to point out that we love the pilot. No complaints, super spacious.

[@judithwingo3407]

Same here I bought the second generation Honda Pilot and thinking of going for the third one,it is so stable on the road,the car is roomy and the shape to me is just captivating

[@vwrxlasvegas]

I have the 2015 pilot. But that new 2023 pilot looking boxy again! Can't wait to test drive the new one

[@bryonkoury2145]

we bought a new 2005 Pilot and loved it so much that in 2008 we bought a used 2003. Big difference in the 2! The 2003 did develop transmission problems after we had it for about 5 years. Still drove it until we traded it in back in 2019. We still have the 2005, and have just done the normal maintenance. It has 158,000 miles and it's still going strong. In October we took it on a 3,500 mile trip and it performed perfectly. The only problem we are having is the CD changer is now acting up and need to be replaced. I would rather drive this in the snow than my 4 wheel drive truck. It's a great snowmobile!

[@ryanisaac9744]

Totally agree about handling in snow. My 05 Pilot has gotten me through some ridiculous snow storms in Rochester, NY and it just pushes through flawlessly with the power/torque of the motor and the 4WD system Honda has put in it.

[@Stephanchick]

I worked on an 18 highlander today and it was niiiiiiicccceeeeee

[@AnytimeAssemblypros]

What was wrong with it?

[@Jahida360]

Loving your videos ty I'm driving a 2006 pilot now over 200,000 miles and it's still smooth incredible vehicle

[@davismaxx]

Love my 06 pilot 281k and still strong

[@truthistreason9708]

Did you do a transmission oil change at any point?

[@davismaxx]

@@truthistreason9708 not that I'm aware of. My dad bought it new in 2006 and I bought it from him last year. I know it's never had an alternator, starter, AC compressor none of the usual items. It's been a great suv. Only thing it needs is a valve cover gasket. Transmission shifts perfectly even though this model had transmission issues.

[@RussellTHouse]

I just purchased a 2020 Honda Pilot, which is a great looking and great driving car! It has about 35K miles on it. All the reviews I saw were positive, for the great majority. The only reason that I didn't buy a Highlander is because there weren't any available in my area, new OR used! You didn't say anything negative about the 2020 model, but I just learned that the 2020 Pilot's engine (V6 3.5L) is a timing belt, interference engine. What say you, Scotty?

[@NMac-hy7do]

I have a 2009 V6 highlander limited with 214,000 miles on it and it still runs like new. I love my highlander. Best vehicle I ever bought. Rides like a dream and super comfortable on long road trips.

[@bekf606]

I have a 2011 Highlander. Mechanically its a good vehicle although driver side seat are not comfortable, especially for the lumbar support.

[@christianmorrow8014]

I just traded my trusty 08 Rav v6 bare-bones Sport for a '13 Pilot Touring this weekend. I was white-knuckling up until the end of this video praying the 2013's weren't on the list lol. I've taken your mechanical advice for the last decade, Scotty, and it's always been GOLD!!!!! You are appreciated, sir! Toyota/Honda FOR LIFE.

[@nickknee3515]

"If you haven't seen my video on why Toyota's are so reliable" Um, isn't that every video Scotty.

[@justinprince9507]

I love the Highlander and Pilot. In 2019 i set out to buy a new mid size suv. After driving the 2019 Highlander XLE from Orlando to Washington DC, I knew it wasn’t for me and my family. Nothing against it…..just wasn’t big enough or functional enough compared to the Gen 3 2019 Honda Pilot. Pricing being compared, I bought a 2019 AWD Honda Pilot Touring. I honestly love the Pilot. I pulled a 4200 lbs Geo Pro 20BHS from Vancouver, BC to Orlando, FL. The 3.5 Earth Dream Vtec with the newly programmed 9 speed is quick, powerful and sporty enough to most jobs done. It’s large enough to haul a family of 4, a 70 lbs malamute, and 15 lbs Shih Tzu across country with their cargo. It just is more capable. My only warning is that I think Toyota in general still makes a more reliable product. My Pilot, while capable and extremely accessible and well designed interior is awesome…..it has an Achilles heal. The infotainment system has plagued the Pilot since 2018. If you buy a Pilot, beware the California Lawsuit against Honda for this issue. Mine was unfortunately one of the impacted vehicles. It took Honda until this April to figure out the solution. It still isn’t 100% corrected and worry free but at least works 90% of the time. In general I feel like my Pilot will last 200k if I take care of it. I still feel like Toyota makes a 300k mile lifetime Highlander.

[@vildachaya6462]

I still got my 2011 pilot with 117k miles on it. I’ve kept up the maintenance, and the only major issue was the alternator going out.

[@thosetwodudes]

... and gas mileage I bet. I have it on good authority that end of 2023 or 2024 the Pilot will be available in hybrid!

[@vildachaya6462]

@@thosetwodudes I’ve driven less than 20k miles in the last 3 years. I don’t need to go far

[@hason39hambrick80]

Just bought a v6 2018 highlander and love it so far

[@ATypicalJake1]

Got a 21 Highlander Hybrid and love it.

[@jayb7105]

I’m going to get 2021 hybrid.

[@freudiandisaster2912]

How’s the space in the third row? Can two adults (5’6 and 5’7) fit? Or can you put rear facing child seats in the third row?

[@retiredrebel]

That is a 4 cylinder engine, too small for a big car. Also towing is reduced. In the previous gens we avoid 4 cyl, wondering how fast is the pick up and the cvt switching as well as power & torque.

[@ATypicalJake1]

The third row is pretty small. My 12 year old barely fits, definitely not enough room for a rear facing seat to be practical.

[@ATypicalJake1]

It’s a 4 cylinder with an electric motor too. The pickup and shifting are great. I don’t plan on towing anything except a bike rack, so fuel economy made more sense to me.

[@kenhunt3010]

My 2018 Highlander XLE had 100k miles and was hoping to have it up into the 300k range. Unfortunately it was totaled when rear ended. Of course I am looking for another one since it was so reliable.

[@JoshSmith-me7oe]

My family has a 2019 highlander, a 2019 CR-V, and a 2006 CR-V 👍👍

[@dds2899]

How is 2019 Cr-V? Did they fix the oil dilution problem?

[@PastorTom2009]

We have a 2010 Highlander and love it. No major issues yet.

[@jerad4336]

So far so good with 2018 Highlander.

[@DarkRoyoftheUnderworld]

Mine too, no problems here going on 50k miles