Breaking Down The New 2025 Honda Pilot

A SUV with comfortable eight-passenger seating, advanced tech features, and a stylish design does exist, and it’s the 2025 Honda Pilot. Explore all what the newest Pilot has to offer and why it’s everything you’re looking for in an SUV. Afterwards, shop for your new Honda Pilot at Honda Kingsport near Bristol!

What makes the new Honda Pilot a powerful, reliable option for you and your family lies beneath its hood. The standard V6 engine can crank out 285 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, working alongside a 10-speed automatic transmission. The SUV is available in two-wheel and all-wheel drive, while the AWD boasts a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.  

You also have your share of drive modes. For instance, the ECON mode will reduce the number of times you need to stop at the pump and improve your fuel economy. The Sport mode gives you the adrenaline rush you’re seeking by accelerating at the drop of a hat. Consider the TrailSport model to gain access to Trail and Sand drive modes so you can handle whatever terrain you encounter. 

New Honda SUVs in Kingsport have exterior designs that are recognizable for all the right reasons, and the Honda Pilot is no exception. The LED headlights, tail and brake lights, and fog lights have you covered, whether you’re going for an evening cruise or traveling through a rainstorm. The side mirrors have a heating mechanism to diffuse fog and ice from the reflection, allowing you to see what’s behind you, and they display your turn signals.

Its roof-mounted antenna may remind you of a shark fin, and you can distinguish the pilot from other SUVs by its gloss black roof rails. On higher configurations, a panoramic moonroof opens with one touch, so your passengers can admire the blue sky, while the rear privacy glass protects others from peering inside your vehicle. 

As its exterior turns heads everywhere you drive, the look and feel of the Pilot’s interior are the epitome of comfort and style. Among three rows of leather-trimmed seats, you will find space for eight passengers. The center of the second-row folds flat and is stowable on higher trim levels, giving you more flexibility to stash large items in the SUV. Also foldable is the bench seat on the third row. When packing up the rear, you can switch on the area light and use tie-down hooks to prevent items from moving around throughout your commute. 

It’s clear that the Pilot wants you to be comfortable behind the wheel. The front-row seats are heated with over 40 inches of legroom. You can adjust the driver’s seat in 10 ways and take advantage of the tri-zone automatic climate control to distribute cool air or heat to your rear passengers. With a lockable glove compartment and a hidden storage well, you have plenty of space to stash personal belongings within the cabin. 

Just because you’re riding in a stylish SUV with comfortable seats, doesn’t mean you have to be bored. The Pilot is equipped with entertainment features that will make your commute an experience. After connecting to Bluetooth, set your phone on the 15-watt wireless charger so its battery will be full by the end of your trip. Next, pull up the directions to your destination on the nine-inch touchscreen, which also displays color.  

Of course, your commute would not be complete without some music. Luckily for you, the three highest trim levels of the Pilot provide a 12-speaker sound system with a subwoofer, so you can sing and dance to your heart’s content. Your passengers will also be able to keep themselves occupied. Higher configurations are capable of a Wi-Fi Hotspot, allowing them to stream the latest episode of a show or download a new book to their tablets. It’s also worthy to note that the Pilot doesn’t discriminate against phones since it’s compatible with both Android and Apple devices. 

With the Honda Sensing Driver-Assist features on your side, you and your passengers will be well-protected, from the moment you pull out of the garage to when you find a parking space at your destination.  

The Pilot’s cutting-edge technology is designed to make long-distance traveling easier. For example, adaptive cruise control will adjust and maintain a safe speed on the interstate on your behalf, allowing you to take your foot off the accelerator. The lane departure warning and lane keeping assist will alert you when your tires drift out of bounds and gently steer the SUV back in the center of the lane. With the blind spot information system and cross traffic monitor, you can stay aware of the cars surrounding you and know when it’s clear to switch lanes. 

Safety features aren’t just for the interstate. Traffic jam assist will make congested highways less annoying by controlling how often you need to brake and accelerate. Forward collision warning and collision braking mitigation system also work together to help avoid accidents by notifying you when something, such as another car, is in front of you, giving you time to hit the brakes. As you approach your driveway or find an empty spot parallel to the curb, the parking sensors on the rear of the SUV will make reversing into a space a breeze. 

Be confident about your purchasing decision by viewing the 2025 Honda Pilot in all its glory. Stop by our Honda Kingsport dealership today to take new Pilot out for a spin. You can also ask our team about new Honda specials so you can save a few bucks while investing in a vehicle that fits you and your family’s needs.