Winter Tested! 2021 Honda Pilot Review - Testing the AWD on Snowy Roads

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  • Опубліковано 29 жов 2024

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  • @gregmve6gcm
    @gregmve6gcm 3 роки тому +11

    Looks like your Dad had a great nap! That actually speaks a lot about second row comfort, lol.

  • @Steelviper61
    @Steelviper61 3 роки тому +9

    HaHa, gotta love Pops in the backseat snoozing! Love this channel, good job again man!

  • @philipschwartz5465
    @philipschwartz5465 3 роки тому +5

    Dudes, the Pilot is a BEAST in the snow. As a family that’s in the mountains for skiing each winter weekend, this is the choice, not the minivan.

  • @albertatundra
    @albertatundra 3 роки тому +11

    The ground clearance and AWD were the deciding factor when we bought our pilot. Especially since the pilot and Oddesey cost the same amount. The 2016 pilot has been awesome!

  • @cbruno12180
    @cbruno12180 3 роки тому +3

    Nice content but I will say ur fathers input was missed here today his thoughts are highly appreciated as he has been driving a lot longer than most of us so it’s refreshing to hear his opinion.. but all three of you do a great job love watching the off road portion and towing the most

  • @culinarycaravan
    @culinarycaravan 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, what a great overview of this vehicle's operating systems. Perfectly presented, especially for technically challenged drivers like myself. Wonderful job Team Truck King. Thank you. You've made me a more informed consumer.

  • @brianaustin1328
    @brianaustin1328 3 роки тому +13

    A few months ago, I bought a 2021 Pilot Special Edition AWD. Mine has the same blacked-out trim and wheels. It has been fantastic in the snow and has a very good ride. Great review!

    • @ericmcmahon2128
      @ericmcmahon2128 3 роки тому +1

      Just bought a 2022 SE pilot and I love it

    • @aaronheath5896
      @aaronheath5896 2 роки тому +1

      I have the 2021 special edition as well and love it! Drove from Illinois to Yellowstone, then Vegas and back home with no issues at all, and very comfy. Great Vehicle.

  • @jayo9190
    @jayo9190 3 роки тому +1

    Had a van loved it, can’t beat the space , now a pilot.... love it, awd is fantastic! 2 kids over 10 years old so it’s the perfect size but when they were babies car seats play pens etc the van is the way to go , lower load in height, kids don’t hit the car parked next to you with the sliding doors

  • @grahamrothphotography
    @grahamrothphotography 3 роки тому +1

    The Honda AWD starts off in full AWD, and it shuts the rear axle off above 18mph, only to come on when slip is detected, it’s my favourite AWD system. I have it in my 13 Ridgeline, never had an issue driving in snow.

    • @grahamrothphotography
      @grahamrothphotography 3 роки тому

      @FMF5517 more or less but I think the rear wheels can activate if the fronts slip, not 100%

  • @jimjoost105
    @jimjoost105 3 роки тому

    We are currently leasing a Honda Pilot 2021 and they are right on the money....with their take on the Pilot....its the best vehicle I've ever driven in the snow.

  • @robertsnyder8159
    @robertsnyder8159 3 роки тому +7

    Matt did a great job! Good presenter

  • @R.Nelson
    @R.Nelson 3 роки тому

    Hey Good morning Truck King!! Good to see you this morning!!🌞

  • @EverydayJ1786
    @EverydayJ1786 3 роки тому +1

    Safety is my #1 concern for my family . Not 2 extra inches of leg room . That's why AWD is a must ! . I chose Pilot instead of Odyssey because it's safer in Canadian winters when we have snow potential 8 months out of the year

  • @davidbryanwoodworksandmore
    @davidbryanwoodworksandmore 3 роки тому +1

    Minivans are great but this video was about AWD testing on snowy roads. Not cargo room. right? We had a Sienna before we bought our pilot, and we loved our Sienna. But our kids got older and we felt we were done with the minivan. We bought the AWD pilot and its impressive with the AWD system. Very good. It reminds me of my jeep with Quadra drive.

  • @denvernn
    @denvernn 3 роки тому

    I love my pick ups but I do like Honda Pilots. I had a 2004 Pilot with 450,000km. Solid vehicle! Aside from routine maintenance. No issues ever!

  • @ja123gar
    @ja123gar 5 місяців тому

    The Odyssey is great from families. The Pilot seems a lot NICER!!

  • @stefanfalldorf6573
    @stefanfalldorf6573 3 роки тому +2

    You are a great family. Matt could be there more often. Greetings from Germany, we don't have neither of those Hondas.

  • @williamsinger4124
    @williamsinger4124 3 роки тому +2

    Dad, we put you in the back for a reason...to be quiet!! Lol

  • @SketchyXC
    @SketchyXC 3 роки тому

    i have the 2010 Pilot touring and its a fantastic family vehicle! so comfortable after getting out of my f350. i need the towing the pilot offers, even a little more would be nice but i make due.

  • @arminderrattu5333
    @arminderrattu5333 3 роки тому

    🤣🤣 half way threw the video I saw pops in the back sleeping 🤣🤣... the minivan is the way too go 👍🏽

  • @davidcarter6807
    @davidcarter6807 3 роки тому +2

    Really enjoyed this one guys! 👌 I was feeling the intro tune. Do you guys create all your soundtracks as well?

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому +1

      Steve is the music guy. We buy the tunes, but he arranges them.

  • @coolhandchunk
    @coolhandchunk 3 роки тому

    Helpful hint...if you want to slide it around a little, Mud mode allows all the wheel spin!

  • @scooterPEI
    @scooterPEI 3 роки тому

    I am finally just moved from
    2019 odyssey touring to pilot BE 2021 and I loved the change to be honest. I found the room was plentiful in the odyssey for sure, but the raised clearance and pano roof really sold it for me. I don’t know when they didn’t bring forward the “break hold” feature, this I do miss. Also the cruise in the 2022 odyssey will stay activated under 35km, In fact you can go right to a stop with it and and also start moving again..but it didn’t on 2019 odyssey or in the 2021 pilot. I so far like the change. Less space but this proves that we need to be more organized.

  • @erniearruda8861
    @erniearruda8861 3 роки тому

    I do agree with having a growing family of four to six. The minivan is the way to go.Guys swallow your man hood pride and get the van, trust me been there had the van. Easy to put car seats in and young kids and their stuff. Like high chair when you go to multiple places to eat,play pen / bed, bouncy saucers, strollers,toys , when they get older sport bags, lacrosse 🥍 and hockey 🏒 goalie bags that are the size of coffins .You would be thankful at the end. Don’t have to fight with your vehicle what you need to do as your daily tool.As I said in the past the mini van is the Swiss Army knife of vehicles 🚗.

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому +1

      At each stage of life a different vehicle suits. Always weigh your needs.

  • @vrod1a
    @vrod1a 3 роки тому

    Down to earth, straight shooting Canadian review 👍

  • @arcforceworld
    @arcforceworld Рік тому

    Truck King: "just get the Odyssey" Me: "why not both?" Finna grab one here soon to add to our Honda stable. Already have the Odyssey, lookin for a Pilot as i type.

  • @sansin6250
    @sansin6250 9 місяців тому

    @TruckKing
    I am debating hard between 2024 Honda Pilot Trailsport, and 2024 Subaru Ascent. Apart from daily commute in winter through slushy Minnesota highways, will also be making winter road trips across North American snow belts, often over unplowed country roads. Having played with both vehicles, which one would you guys recommend, with focus on snow handling, and reliability?

  • @ST-wi9eq
    @ST-wi9eq 3 роки тому +8

    Why can't more mainstream cars have interesting designs? I'm not a Jeep or Land Rover fanboy, but those brands actually have design heritage which makes them more interesting. Pilot, Highlander, Atlas... they're all just so bland. Does good design actually cost more to do? It shouldn't. Why can't Honda, Toyota etc here real designers....

    • @TheOtherBill
      @TheOtherBill 2 роки тому

      Pilot looked great until the 3rd gen (2016+). I think it has to do with aerodynamic design for mileage. I love my butt-ugly 2019 but I can't see the outside when I'm driving.

  • @jasutenliubo
    @jasutenliubo 3 роки тому

    I'd like to see a Honda passport review.

  • @MrBillsfishin
    @MrBillsfishin 3 роки тому

    Really don't care about the Pilot just want to make sure you get the views. Although Honda for the most part has always made great vehicles for the money.

  • @paulm6481
    @paulm6481 3 роки тому +4

    They ran out of black paint when they got to spell out black edition on back 🤣

    • @TheOtherBill
      @TheOtherBill 2 роки тому

      I think they should have made that Black Edition badge red and then given the finger to anyone who complained. 😁

  • @mohnster4000
    @mohnster4000 3 роки тому +2

    Hopefully you will be testing new Ridgeline soon. I hear that Canada is not getting the HPD package 😕

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому +1

      We have asked. Probably coming this summer.

  • @damilolaakanni
    @damilolaakanni 3 роки тому

    If you want the capability of this pilot with a more spacious third row, you might have to look at a minivan from a different brand. Unfortunately, Honda doesn't offer the Odyssey with AWD in North America. Other markets that have a smaller Odyssey have AWD. It's not as good looking as the North American models though, and it comes either as a I4 or hybrid with CVT.

  • @joel.7372
    @joel.7372 3 роки тому

    Hoping you guys were actually taking it into snow, having a video similar to the Trailhawk one.
    Other then that keep up the great work!

  • @hhinvest2819
    @hhinvest2819 3 роки тому +1

    FYI....save yourself $10K and just buy the Special Edition AWD for $40k It's practically the same car like the black edition

  • @rightlanehog3151
    @rightlanehog3151 3 роки тому +3

    As a public service, I would like to ask whether the V6 engine comes with a special 'Black Edition' timing belt? If so, how much do they cost to change?

    • @davidderfus3462
      @davidderfus3462 3 роки тому

      Cost $470.00 - $630.00 to have a Pilot timing belt replaced. Having said that, they are good for 105,000 miles, or 7 years. At the highest price, that comes out to $90.00 a year . . .

  • @ronaldbrimmer3141
    @ronaldbrimmer3141 2 роки тому

    Waiting for the 2023 Pilot Elite. Plus putting a set of Michelin CrossClimate2’s on it no matter what OEM come on it. Oh am I have owned 3 Odyssey but about to trade my 2018 Elite in only 15K on it. Yes I wish Honda would make an AWD Odyssey.

  • @Tom-ej8bb
    @Tom-ej8bb 3 роки тому

    Need an awd odyssey!!! Cmon Honda!!

  • @keithgee770
    @keithgee770 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for info..

  • @bosse641
    @bosse641 3 роки тому

    I like it. Would love to own one.

    • @bosse641
      @bosse641 3 роки тому

      A proper gear lever would be nice though. ...rather than the awful buttons.

    • @TheOtherBill
      @TheOtherBill 2 роки тому

      @@bosse641 I felt the same but it took me about 3 days to get used to the buttons and now I prefer them.

  • @rondail5675
    @rondail5675 3 роки тому +2

    Question for Matt: I have a 2019 Ridgeline RTL-E, 8k miles. Since new, the brake pedal is soft, smoochy, grabs lower than I expect. Dealer said normal, all the same. I drove another and it was. I drove a new Passport and it had a firm pedal. Is there a different, master-cylinder, Brake Booster, or even a firmer brake-pedal-spring on a Passport? I tried bleeding the brakes for the hell of it, no difference. Thoughts PLEASE!!

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому

      Hi there! Feel free to shoot us a message - hey@truckking.ca
      I'd be happy to help out - This is also the type of support I can provide to our members! Click the join button!
      - Matt

  • @allenschneider1847
    @allenschneider1847 2 роки тому

    Does the Honda AWD system engage all 4 wheels all the time or only as needed? How does honda AWD differ from the Toyota system or the suburu system?

  • @wallochdm1
    @wallochdm1 3 роки тому

    He's right. Buy the Odyssey unless you absolutely need AWD. I have a 2021 Pilot and also a 2006 Odyssey, which is one generation older than TK's. Much more room, far better visibility, and both the second and third row seats are far superior in the Odyssey. Buy a sett of Blizzaks for the winter and you'll be fine in most snow areas. Oh, and the front visibility in the Pilot is terrible when parking. That high prow /hoodline makes it very difficult to see. My Freightliner is far easier to park going forward. What does that tell you?

  • @Paddleinc
    @Paddleinc 3 роки тому +2

    We had a pilot and traded it in a year later. The seating is terrible for kids getting in and out especially with car seats
    which was a deal breaker. Our new Sienna fixed that problem and it has AWD.

  • @rodrigodelpontevidal
    @rodrigodelpontevidal 3 роки тому

    Pilot really cool 😎

  • @CastIronEric
    @CastIronEric 4 місяці тому

    Great video but I just can't drive a minivan 😆

  • @davidthomas7651
    @davidthomas7651 3 роки тому

    wife just got 2021 Pilot , she is short and could see better out of Pilot. Would have gotten Odyssey to carry grandkids, but could see better in the Pilot.

  • @brianjorve1920
    @brianjorve1920 9 місяців тому

    Add sliding doors from van and leg room. Put in pilot. You would have a better pilot. I have had 3 Odyssey’s. I would not buy another one. The odyssey needs AWD, better electric windows and less noisy ride.

  • @agaad22
    @agaad22 3 роки тому

    If only the Odyssey had this same AWD system as the Pilot.

  • @mikefoehr235
    @mikefoehr235 3 роки тому

    So Mat was the PILOT and you Steve were the Copilot. You say buy the Oddysy...but if you want AWD then you have to get the Sienna because Honda has no AWD on their mini van.

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому

      Good to see you really pay attention Mike. ;) Howard

  • @allenschneider1847
    @allenschneider1847 2 роки тому

    If you hand a odysee for a family car, for a 2nd car (and towing) would you recommend the pilot or the passport?

  • @thecoachingengineer
    @thecoachingengineer 2 роки тому

    Could you please help advice?? I do have 2 car seats on the second row but I will need to use the 3 row for older adults… so the Odyssey makes more sense…
    But do you think the Odyssey with NO AWD is still good enough for norther Alberta winter??

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  2 роки тому

      Hi, email your question to hey@truckking.ca and Steve will get back to you.

  • @mdjak3686
    @mdjak3686 3 роки тому

    good job. subbed.

  • @paulm6481
    @paulm6481 3 роки тому +2

    Yesterday in Atlanta traffic a Pilot was going in and out of traffic racing an Infiniti G35 or 37. Easy over 100 miles. I was truly impressed. I thought he was going to kill himself and others and crash couple times but he navigated around traffic and slammed the brakes in times. Infiniti driver was struggling to keep up lol.

  • @zoefaith120
    @zoefaith120 3 роки тому

    Dad's hungry!!

  • @HotHeadCJ
    @HotHeadCJ 3 роки тому +1

    I wonder if the pilot/ridgeline will get the new 10 speed and detuned but torquey version of the new turbo V6

    • @anonymoususer1824
      @anonymoususer1824 3 роки тому

      What's the point in adding more torque and more gears at the same time. That's so stupid. If you add torque they should take gears away. The pilot should be a 7 speed. It hunts gears way too much with 8+

  • @roadglide1142
    @roadglide1142 3 роки тому +1

    I’d rather have the Pilot than the minivan any day ! Lol 😂

  • @allenschneider1847
    @allenschneider1847 2 роки тому

    To tow 5,000 do you have to have AWD? Can the transmission cooler and tow hitch be added later or do they have to be installed at the time of purchase?

    • @TheOtherBill
      @TheOtherBill 2 роки тому

      To reach the 5000 pound max you need AWD + trans cooler. The cooler can be added later as well as the hitch and wiring.

  • @fistcover3831
    @fistcover3831 3 роки тому

    Nice Odyssey Stephen!
    My daily driver is a 2015 Pilot EXL. I've owned it since it was new.
    It has 109,000 miles on it. And the maintainence has been very predictable.
    My Pilot also tows my 2200 pound Pop Up Camper on occasion without any issues.
    As a Honda customer, I would recommend either vehicle.

  • @DRCrimeCircle
    @DRCrimeCircle 3 роки тому

    CAN we talk about honda making cast-iron engine block the k20

  • @BigDaddysPlati
    @BigDaddysPlati 3 роки тому

    How is the entertainment system on this version of the Pilot? I’ve heard the older 2018/19’s and even 2020’s entrainment systems made a weird noise?

    • @TheOtherBill
      @TheOtherBill 2 роки тому

      Mostly fixed by a harness replacement under warranty.

  • @jkoble2468
    @jkoble2468 2 роки тому

    Have a 2021 pilot elite. The inability to disable the 'Autostart' feature is only the start of the problems. Anti collision will hot the breaks for on coming traffic and hinda tech can reproduce but not resolve it. Again the feature must be disabled every time you start the car. The foot activated tail gate never worked. Again... the techs can reproduce but can't fix. It is my 5th honda and will likely be my last.

  • @daytonite122
    @daytonite122 2 роки тому

    Stock Continental Cross Contact sport LX tires or did you have winter tires on?

  • @snoopy4390
    @snoopy4390 3 роки тому +4

    Test a new passport please

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому +3

      When we get one, for sure.

  • @james2042
    @james2042 3 роки тому

    Minivans are still unrivaled for family haulers

  • @tritchie6272
    @tritchie6272 3 роки тому

    If somebody else was buying it could be lunch multiple times a day for me.

  • @sinhafamily
    @sinhafamily 2 роки тому

    How does the AWD compare to Subaru Ascent?

    • @worldpeace5853
      @worldpeace5853 Рік тому

      This AWD is I-VTM4 which is almost close enough to SH-AWD of their higher end SH-AWD. Subaru on the other hand is all time AWD which is also symmetrical system and also an great all wheel drive. Subaru has many fans all over the world. If budget is a constraint you can go for Subaru but note that Hondas have excellent resale value and Pilot is a 7 seater.

  • @Spanede
    @Spanede 3 роки тому

    Any scoop on the upcoming redesigned 2022 pilot?

  • @danielmurray5326
    @danielmurray5326 3 роки тому

    Also if u want third row go palisade better then the van or pilot

    • @CaliSteve169
      @CaliSteve169 3 роки тому

      I doubt Hyundai makes a better awd system than Honda.

    • @danielmurray5326
      @danielmurray5326 3 роки тому

      @@CaliSteve169 um hello if you knew anything at all about Hyundai then you'd not have mentioned that. Hyundai's AWD system is basically a Audi system but is called htrac instead. I was a hater of Hyundai but now am a fan. They have come leaps and bounds. And actually are better now then Honda. Honda is basically a name now. Yes they are good but not as good as they should be. I've owned Honda so I'm not biased either. I research all sorts of brands. Htrac is better and that's what's in the Palisade and all Hyundai awds.

    • @CaliSteve169
      @CaliSteve169 3 роки тому

      @@danielmurray5326 Hyundai have come around because the media a reviewers prop them up. Talk to actual mechanics who work on cars with over 100K miles on them. Also look up this guy who has a lifted Honda Passport and does extreme offriading on UA-cam. He explains why their awd is basically the best there is right now.
      All this talk about how Hyundai and Kia are now way better than all European and Japanese brands is nothing but a paid for internet marketing scam and you have fallen for it.

    • @danielmurray5326
      @danielmurray5326 3 роки тому

      @@CaliSteve169 lol wow you are an ignorant fool. Who do you think you are talking too? I have had Honda gm jeep vw and Hyundai and I drive them way past 100,000. And I àm mechanically inclined as well as do tons of research and I talk to plenty of mechanics including ones who have worked at be Audi Honda and Hyundai etc. Currently I'm pushing 200,000 in my sonata which my wife drives. I've not had one problem. Honda had multiple things I had to do. It was less reliable. The best car though I've ever owned which I still do it my TDI Passat it's a tank. But yes most reliable cars I've had are vw and Hyundai. And it's a fact the their AWD is better. I know from vast knowledge and experience. So no you're not correct.

  • @libertystuffnthingsreviews829
    @libertystuffnthingsreviews829 3 роки тому

    Load a car seat in the back seat of 2 door Wrangler.

  • @blueryxfalls7949
    @blueryxfalls7949 3 роки тому

    Oddysey with snow tires is my weekend offroader no problems

  • @jamiecraswell9368
    @jamiecraswell9368 3 роки тому

    Maybe I missed it but what’s the mpg ?

    • @TheOtherBill
      @TheOtherBill 2 роки тому

      20 city 27 highway. I do 24.5 mostly rural driving.

  • @zoefaith120
    @zoefaith120 3 роки тому

    Wondering, what is the ratio of america subs vs canada subs?

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому

      About 70/30 which is in line with population.

    • @zoefaith120
      @zoefaith120 3 роки тому

      @@TruckKing , thanks for the reply back.. yall have a good day up there.........

  • @RR-vf2bd
    @RR-vf2bd 3 роки тому

    Is this Canadian made or US?

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому +1

      Built in Alabama

    • @RR-vf2bd
      @RR-vf2bd 3 роки тому

      @@TruckKing do you suggest leasing or buying it? I'm in dilemma 😫

  • @sarrum7696
    @sarrum7696 3 роки тому

    It’s nice. - not for me, but it’s nice... lol

  • @noobfisherman1626
    @noobfisherman1626 3 роки тому

    This guy is from TFL right? Switch side???

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому +1

      My side - my family's channel.

    • @noobfisherman1626
      @noobfisherman1626 3 роки тому

      @@TruckKing nice!!! You do great on tfl video so its good you have your own.

  • @brandonchilders2118
    @brandonchilders2118 3 роки тому

    Hate the gauge cluster. Looks so bland, cheap, and plain looking.

  • @kurtfirestone2761
    @kurtfirestone2761 3 роки тому

    Is that a pilot iin your pocket or is that a Ridgeline LOL

  • @martyi398
    @martyi398 3 роки тому

    It was going so well, Sorry guys you lost me when you started talking about the Odyssey, I’m a current owner of a 2012 pilot (which family loves) I want and like the utility of an SUV and would never consider a Minivan for multiple reasons other than my pride, no ground clearance, don’t like the cargo area, the looks, to name a few, give me a break it’s a Minivan
    I generally like your videos, although not this one! Sorry

    • @TruckKing
      @TruckKing  3 роки тому +2

      That's OK - we won't always agree.

    • @upshifter5316
      @upshifter5316 3 роки тому

      Mini van, mega fun!!

  • @danielmurray5326
    @danielmurray5326 3 роки тому

    21 santefe caligrafe is way better

  • @Salinas_boxing_Official
    @Salinas_boxing_Official 8 місяців тому

    LITERALLY JUST TALKING AND NO SHOWING THE VEHICLE 🚗 IN THAT DRIVE MODE .

  • @EC_ATV_Outdoors
    @EC_ATV_Outdoors 3 роки тому

    Sorry, but there is only 1 minivan, the dodge caravan. Why?
    #1 entertainment system
    #2 the 3.6 is a great engine, almost 300hp.
    #3 stow and go, seats fold flat, but the real test is that we drive between NS and Ont, 2200km+ each way. The stiw and go means no more luggage and pillows blocking the windows. And camping, excellent.
    #4 stow and go. Wait, I already said that... it's even better than a sub 8ft truck bed. You can toss a stack of drywall in a caravan and close it. Do that with 95% of the trucks on the road. A caravan can go to home depot in inclement weather and bring your drywall home dry. My 6'4" Ram can't do that.
    So the reality is, no SUV can replace a minivan. I find them to be no better in any situation than a car or a van. They all seem to be limited on space, especially the trunk, and typically have the same engines and clearance as their van counterparts.

    • @EC_ATV_Outdoors
      @EC_ATV_Outdoors 3 роки тому

      I believe the Pacifica would also meet all of these as well. Except the price is significantly more.

  • @judgedredd3686
    @judgedredd3686 3 роки тому

    It's a Honda run away do not buy they are junk these days