2026 Honda Pilot Model Review in Lompoc, CA
Ready for everyday adventure, the 2026 Honda Pilot delivers on all fronts with its spirited performance, rugged capability, and refined styling. This full-size three-row SUV lets you go the distance when it comes to family fun, boasting athletic V6 engine power, innovative technologies, and upscale finishes for a confident and composed ride wherever your journeys take you. Learn more about the key features of the 2026 Honda Pilot with this comprehensive model review prepared by the team at Rocket Town Honda.
Refer to our Honda Pilot trims guide for a detailed overview of standard features for each model.
View our inventory to find the 2026 Honda Pilot for sale that will keep up with your family’s active lifestyle. Schedule a test drive of your preferred trim at our Honda dealership in Lompoc, CA, to get behind the wheel. Reach out to our experts with any questions you may have — give us a call at (805) 736-4595 or contact us online.
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2026 Honda Pilot Trim Models Available
- Sport
- EX-L
- TrailSport
- Touring
- Touring Blackout
- Elite
- Black Edition
2026 Honda Pilot Color Options Offered
- Crystal Black Pearl
- Solar Silver Metallic
- Platinum White Pearl
- Radiant Red Metallic II
- Sonic Gray Pearl
- Modern Steel Metallic
- Smoke Blue Pearl
- Ash Green Metallic
2026 Honda Pilot Interior Features & Seating Capacity
Whatever the day calls for, the 2026 Honda Pilot lets you get there surrounded by adaptable comfort and thoughtful refinement. Choose from a range of plush seat upholstery options, including cloth, leather with fabric accents, durable synthetic leather, and perforated leather with quilted Alcantara® accents and contrast piping. Standard heated front seats with available ventilation, along with optional heated second-row outboard seats and standard tri-zone automatic climate control, provide balanced comfort year-round. Distinctive seating and interior color accents, including orange stitching in the Pilot TrailSport and bold red stitching and ambient red lighting in the Pilot Black Edition, add expressive character. Brighten the cabin and welcome refreshing summer breezes with an available panoramic power moonroof.
Available interior features include:
- Cloth, leather, durable synthetic leather, or perforated leather seat upholstery with quilted Alcantara accents and contrast piping
- Ten-way power driver’s seat
- Four-way power front passenger’s seat
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated second-row outboard seats
- One-touch fold-flat second-row bench seats or second-row fold-flat captain’s chairs
- 60/40-split flat-folding third-row bench seat
- On-demand in-trunk seat storage
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted controls
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Panoramic power moonroof with tilt and slide function
- LED interior lighting
- Second-row sunshades
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Memory function for outside mirrors and driver's seat
- All-weather floor mats
Whether you’re taking the family on a grand summer adventure or hauling bulkier items, the 2026 Honda Pilot delivers the adaptable space and capability required to handle your plans confidently. Passenger capacity varies by trim configuration, accommodating seven with available second-row captain’s chairs or eight with the standard second-row split-folding bench seat. You and your passengers have plenty of room to stretch out with 41 inches of legroom in the front and more than 40 inches in the second row.
Cargo space is also dependent on Honda Pilot trim, with the TrailSport leading the lineup with 113.7 cubic feet of cargo space when both rear rows of seating are folded flat. Even at full passenger occupancy, utilize up to 22.4 cubic feet of cargo behind the third row.
View interior specs and cargo space in the accompanying table.
- Max. Seating: Eight
- Max. Passenger Volume: 158.4 cu.-ft.
- Headroom (First/Second/Third Row): 40.5 / 40.2 / 39.3 in.
- Legroom (First/Second/Third Row): 41 / 40.8 / 32.5 in.
- Max. Cargo Volume: 113.7 cu.-ft.
- Max. Cargo Volume Behind Second Row: 60.1 cu.-ft.
- Max. Cargo Volume Behind Third Row: 22.4 cu.-ft.
2026 Honda Pilot Engine & Performance
Channel bold capability in the 2026 Honda Pilot. Its robust 3.5L V6 engine, paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission, powers every journey with 285 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. The Honda Pilot boasts a tow rating of 3,500 pounds when equipped with the standard two-wheel drive (2WD) drivetrain. Opt for the second-generation Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) all-wheel drive (AWD) system to increase towing capability to 5,000 pounds.
Command those challenging terrains and road conditions with a range of integrated drive modes on 2WD configurations, including normal, econ, sport, snow, and tow; AWD-equipped trims add trail and sand drive modes. Fuel your sense of adventure with the Honda Pilot TrailSport, built to handle rougher terrain with its trim-exclusive features like Trail Torque Logic, which enhances the AWD system by directing power to the wheels for optimal traction and control. Other TrailSport features include all-terrain tires and a specially tuned off-road suspension.
View engine specifications in the accompanying table.
- Engine: 3.5L V6
- Horsepower: 285 HP
- Torque: 262 lb.-ft.
- MPG* (City/Hwy): 19 / 27
- Max. Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs.
- Drivetrain: 2WD / AWD
- Transmission: Ten-speed automatic
*19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2026 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
2026 Honda Pilot Safety & Technology
Confidence is your copilot in the 2026 Honda Pilot, surrounding you and your passengers with its selection of innovative safety features. The Honda Sensing® suite of technologies is standard across the Honda Pilot trim lineup. It provides peace of mind wherever you are with cutting-edge safety systems like forward collision warning, Collision Mitigation Braking System™, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, and front and rear parking sensors. Enhance driving awareness with the available multi-view and TrailWatch™ camera systems.
Stay connected wherever adventure leads you with the array of cutting-edge technologies in the 2026 Honda Pilot. The new model year introduces upgraded standard features like a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster providing vital driving information in real-time, as well as a larger 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Pair your smartphone using wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, putting your contacts, road trip playlists, and essential apps within reach. Address your passengers clearly through the built-in audio system with the standard CabinTalk® in-car communication system. Enjoy the immersive audio quality of the available 12-speaker Bose® premium sound system.
Available safety features include:
- Honda Sensing® technologies
- Forward collision warning
- Lane departure warning
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™
- Road departure mitigation system
- Lane keeping assist system
- Traffic jam assist
- Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow
- Traffic sign recognition system
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Driver attention monitor
- Blind spot information system
- Cross-traffic monitor
- Low-speed braking control
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Post-collision braking system
- Brake assist
- Vehicle Stability Assist™
- Hill descent control
- Hill start assist
- Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines and camera washer
- Multi-view and TrailWatch™ camera systems
- Security system
Available technology features include:
- 10.2-in. driver information screen
- 12.3-in. color infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- USB-C ports in all three rows
- Front 12V power outlet
- 115V second-row power outlet
- Bose premium sound system with 12 speakers and a subwoofer
- HondaLink® capability
- Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with voice recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic
- Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
- Multi-zone audio
- CabinTalk® in-car communication system
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- HD Radio™
- Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® and streaming audio
- Wireless phone charger (Qi)
- Head-up display
2026 Honda Pilot FAQs
How many passengers can the 2026 Honda Pilot seat?
The 2026 Honda Pilot accommodates eight passengers with the standard second-row split-folding bench seat or seven passengers with available second-row captain’s chairs.
What technologies does the 2026 Honda Pilot include?
The 2026 Honda Pilot features a full range of standard and available safety and connectivity technologies. The standard Honda Sensing® technologies system provides an array of innovative features to keep you safe on the road and beyond, while standard connectivity features, including a 12.3-inch color infotainment touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, provide a next-level driving experience.
2025 Honda Pilot Review | Colors, Interior Features, & Models | Rocket Town Honda
Enjoy your version of an active lifestyle with the capable, connected, and comfortable 2025 Honda Pilot. This three-row SUV boasts rugged engineering, modern technology, and a spacious cabin for up to eight people. Explore the available features, specs, and exterior colors with this 2025 Pilot review created by the experts at Rocket Town Honda.
Visit our Honda dealership in Lompoc, CA, and take a closer look at your favorite Pilot from our new inventory. Let us know which vehicle we can prepare for you by scheduling a test drive.
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2025 Honda Pilot Color Options Available
- Crystal Black Pearl
- Lunar Silver Metallic
- Obsidian Blue Pearl
- Platinum White Pearl
- Radiant Red Metallic II
- Sonic Gray Pearl
- Modern Steel Metallic
- Diffused Sky Blue Pearl
2025 Honda Pilot Trim Models
Choose your new 2025 Honda Pilot in the trim level with all the features that matter to you. Learn about the differences between the Pilot Sport, EX-L, TrailSport, Touring, Elite, and Black Edition with our Pilot trims page.
- 2025 Honda Pilot Sport
- 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L
- 2025 Honda Pilot TrailSport
- 2025 Honda Pilot Touring
- 2025 Honda Pilot Elite
- 2025 Honda Pilot Black Edition
2025 Honda Pilot Interior Features & Cargo Space
Spacious, stylish, and supremely comfortable, the 2025 Honda Pilot is ready to help you bring your loved ones and all your gear wherever fun awaits. The three-row Honda Pilot offers a variety of interior seating options. Its standard layout features a second-row bench seat that allows you to have up to eight people inside the vehicle. The TrailSport trim includes second-row captain’s chairs and maximum seating for seven. Upper-level trims feature a stowable second-row center seat. When you need cargo space for college move-ins, supplies for home improvement projects, and trips to the store, fold the rear two rows down and create up to 113.7 cubic feet of maximum cargo space.
Depending on the trim level you pick, enjoy cloth, synthetic leather, or perforated leather seat upholstery. The base Sport trim includes heated front seats and advanced trim levels provide a ventilated function for the front seats and heat for the second-row outboard seats.
Available interior features include:
- Ten-way power driver’s seat
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- One-touch power panoramic moonroof
- Automatic-dimming rearview mirror
2025 Honda Pilot Engine Options
Every 2025 Honda Pilot trim is equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. This combination delivers 285 horsepower for all your adventures — from your routine runs around town to your dream vacation. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard, and a second-generation Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4™) all-wheel drive (AWD) system is available. FWD models include normal, econ, snow, tow, and sport drive modes, and AWD models add trail and sand drive modes.
If you’re looking for an SUV with enhanced all-terrain capability, the Pilot TrailSport is designed for you. A variety of unique, rugged design elements keep you moving confidently over rough terrain. It all starts with the standard i-VTM4™ AWD system supplemented with Trail Torque Logic, which monitors each wheel and can deliver torque to the front or rear wheel with traction when the other leaves the ground.
See the 2025 Pilot engine specs in the accompanying chart.
- Engine: 3.5L V6
- Transmission: Ten-speed automatic
- Horsepower: 285 HP
- Torque: 262 lb.-ft.
- MPG*: 19 city / 27 hwy
- Max. Towing Capacity (FWD/AWD): 3,500 / 5,000 lbs.
*19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
2025 Honda Pilot Technology & Safety Features
Intuitive systems and road trip-ready tech features await in the 2025 Honda Pilot. The Sport trim features a 7-inch driver information screen and 7-inch color infotainment touchscreen; standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ provide you with easy access to apps from your smartphone. The EX-L trim elevates your tech in the Pilot with an up-sized 9-inch infotainment touchscreen and wireless smartphone projection, along with a wireless phone charger. Ascend to the Honda Pilot Elite for a dazzling 10.2-inch driver information screen and a 4-inch head-up display directly above it, both of which allow you to quickly view key information.
Available technology features include:
- CabinTalk® in-car communication system
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with voice recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic
- Bose® premium sound system with 12 speakers and a subwoofer
- Multi-zone audio
Whether your drives take you around town or across rugged trails, the 2025 Honda Pilot comes equipped to help you move forward with confidence. Every trim features the Honda Sensing® suite of driver assistance technology. Additionally, select trims come with low-speed braking control and parking sensors at the front and rear of the vehicle. Enjoy enhanced visibility using the available multi-view camera system, including camera views for the front and side of the SUV. As part of this setup, you get the TrailWatch™ camera system with a forward-facing ground view that activates on the center touchscreen when you pick the trail drive mode.
Standard safety features include:
- Honda Sensing® technologies
- Forward collision warning
- Lane departure warning
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™
- Road departure mitigation system
- Lane keeping assist system
- Traffic jam assist
- Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow
- Traffic sign recognition system
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Driver attention monitor
- Blind spot information system
- Cross traffic monitor
2026 Honda Pilot for Sale Near Me
Find the new 2026 Honda Pilot for sale at Rocket Town Honda. Browse our inventory to find the trim that will redefine every family journey. Schedule a test drive at our Honda dealership in Lompoc, CA. Questions? Give us a call at (805) 736-4595 or message us online.
May not represent actual vehicle. (Options, colors, trim and body style may vary)
*Any MPG listed is based on model year EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml .