Honda's all-new sport utility vehicle, Pilot, will go on-sale June 3 as a 2003 model with prices beginning at $26,900 for LX models, and $29,270 for EX models, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.
Standard equipment on LX models include a 240-horsepower, VTEC V-6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission; Honda's advanced VTM-4 (Variable Torque Management 4WD) four-wheel drive system; air-conditioning; cruise control, AM/FM stereo with CD player, power windows, door locks and mirrors, and dual front and side airbags.
EX models will carry a suggested retail price of $29,270 and add alloy wheels; automatic climate control; 8-way power driver's seat with adjustable lumbar support; high-powered stereo with cassette player and steering-wheel mounted stereo controls; roof rails; and second row fold-down kid's activity tray. EX models with leather interior trim will be priced at $30,520 and may also be equipped with a DVD Entertainment System at $32,020; or Honda's satellite-linked DVD Navigation System for $32,520.
The eight-passenger Pilot boasts the largest and most versatile interior in its class with 90.3-cubic feet of cargo volume and 60/40 split second- and third-row seats that convert easily into a flat load floor. All models come equipped with a full compliment of advanced safety features and are designed to achieve a five-star rating for all passengers in the NHTSA's frontal and side impact crash tests.
In keeping with Honda's long standing commitment to environmental leadership, the Pilot will be a Low Emissions Vehicle (LEV) with class-leading fuel economy of 17 city and 22 highway (EPA estimate), and is constructed with 90 percent recyclable components.
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