Honda - Pilot - Brochure - 2012 - 2012

2012 Pilot This is the Honda Pilot. It’s more spacious than most. It’s more impressive than ever. engine / towing It’s got adventure for eight written all over it. And it’s been recharged for 2012. A This is Pilot capability. What makes the Pilot’s available Variable Torque Management™ sophisticated new exterior design with improved aerodynamics is complemented by 4-wheel drive system (VTM-4®) unique? It’s simple. Unlike some systems that only engage upgraded interior features and enhanced engine performance, providing incredible fuel when the wheels actually slip, the VTM-4 system anticipates the need for all-wheel drive economy. You can bank on the Variable Cylinder Management (VCM ) system to take and automatically engages the rear wheels whenever the vehicle is accelerating. All you you on the longest of hauls, while the standard integrated trailer hitch means you’re have to do is enjoy the confidence that comes from outstanding traction, stability and ready to tow. Its MacPherson strut front with multi-link rear suspension makes it handle control in all kinds of conditions. And what makes the Pilot’s Hill Start Assist so great? with car-like precision and rock-like stability, while its smart, storage-wise versatility It’s easy. It helps prevent the Pilot from rolling when you switch from the brake to the allows you to pack more into your Pilot than you can into a single weekend. This is the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is stopped on an incline greater than 10 degrees. 2012 Honda Pilot. This is going to be fun. And that, combined with its unit-body platform, fully independent suspension and exterior integrated trailer hitch, is where the Pilot with VTM-4 gets its available 4500 lb. (2045 kg) ® ® This is Pilot style. As bold as it is beautiful and as rugged as it is refined, the Pilot towing capacity. doesn’t just stand out – it breaks free. Newly refined for 2012, its sophisticated exterior Rear storage features beveled aerodynamic lines and available body-coloured heated folding power This is Pilot versatility. What makes the Pilot perfect for almost any size family outing? side mirrors with integrated turn signals. And with 18” alloy wheels now standard, you’re For starters, it has an available power tailgate for easy loading and flip-up tailgate glass ready to roll from off the road right back on. Take one look and it’s easy to see the Pilot for quick cargo access. But it also has a 60/40 split-folding second-row seat and a 60/40 was designed to offer you the best of many worlds in one stylish SUV. split-folding third-row bench seat, so it can go from comfort zone to cargo carrier in seconds. And there’s a massive amount of storage in the centre console and 71 litres of cargo space in the rear storage well. Plus, the Pilot can flat-carry items up to four feet wide without tilting or scratching surfaces. interior This is Pilot luxury. More than just a refined, spacious place where elbow space three-person bench seats. Function-wise, the newly standard tri-zone climate control and legroom abound, the Pilot’s interior was designed to take the driver’s and seven system allows passengers to choose their own temperature level, not to mention their passengers’ comfort levels to new heights, lengths and widths. New for 2012, the own level of comfort. The theatre-style design of the second- and third-row seats offers upgraded instrument panel has cleaner lines, richer textures and a revised button layout excellent sightlines, plenty of legroom and easy access. So whether you’re into form or to give the cabin an air of modern sophistication, while the available Honda DVD Rear function, you’ll experience both perfectly in a Pilot. Entertainment System with 9-inch display, Bluetooth Audio and 10-speaker 5.1 Surround Performance ® Sound Theatre Mode gives the interior an air of awesome. And for luxury of a more practical nature, the available leather-wrapped shift knob is mounted on the dash to allow room for the extra-large multi-functional centre console storage area. This is Pilot performance. This is the highest fuel economy available in a three-row, 8-passenger SUV. But there’s more to the Pilot than incredible fuel-efficiency, it also knows when you need 250 horses of power and when you don’t. That’s the innovative thinking If it’s adventure you’re after, you’ll find it faster using the Pilot’s available Honda Satellite- behind its Variable Cylinder Management® (VCM®) system. To help further increase the Linked Navigation System™ with trilingual Voice Recognition and multi-view rear camera*. fuel efficiency of the Pilot’s 3.5-litre, i-VTEC® V6 engine, the VCM system can operate on Responding to over 800 verbal commands, it can guide you with voice prompts and a three, four or all six cylinders. It’s performance built to suit the way you live and the way moving-map display to your destination. To make every ride more personal, opt for the you drive. newly available i-MID. You can upload personal photos as wallpaper background, browse Depending on whether you’re accelerating, cruising or idling, the VCM system intuitively songs in your handheld device’s music library, and access Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink™ to stay in the loop no matter how far you go. And when it comes to turning around and heading for home, there’s a built-in rearview camera* that provides you with a clear picture of what’s behind before you back up. *Does not replace the driver’s responsibility to exercise due care while driving. Seating For the perfect balance of form and function, all you have to do is take a look inside the Pilot. Its form is felt in the available heated front seats and in the driver’s seat with available 10-way power adjustment and power lumbar support. Plus, there are three rows of very form-fitting seats: two front bucket seats and two rows of activates or deactivates the operating cylinders. When you need maximum horsepower, the engine operates on all six cylinders. When you need moderate horsepower, the engine can operate on four. And when horsepower isn’t required, the system can operate on three cylinders. The result: 250 hp and 253 lb.-ft. of torque for towing or passing and increased fuel efficiency when cruising or idling. Plus, the Pilot’s 5-speed automatic transmission has been engineered to enhance fuel efficiency even more, with features such as extra-wide gear ratios for good low-end response and comfortable highway cruising and Honda’s Grade Logic Control technology that’s designed to hold the vehicle in a lower gear for improved hill climbing or descending performance. Pilot Pilot LX 2WD Pilot EX • 250-hp, 3.5-litre, 24-valve, SOHC, i-VTEC® V6 engine • 5-speed automatic transmission with Grade Logic Control • 18" alloy wheels • 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist • 8-passenger seating • 12-volt power outlets • 60/40 split-folding second-row seat and 60/40 split-folding third-row bench seat • 229-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3/Windows Media® Audio playback capability, 2 GB CD library and 7 speakers including subwoofer • Active Control Engine Mount (ACM) system • Active front seat head restraints • Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) • Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure • Dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags (SRS) • Flip-up tailgate glass • Body-coloured door handles • Body-coloured side mouldings • Front and rear air conditioning system • Front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) and three-row side curtain airbags with rollover sensor • HandsFreeLink™-bilingual Bluetooth® wireless mobile phone interface • Heated folding power side mirrors • Integrated trailer hitch • Maintenance Minder system • Exterior temperature indicator • MP3/auxiliary input jack • Steering wheel-mounted audio controls with illumination • Tri-zone automatic climate control with air-filtration system • Passenger’s seat with 4-way adjustment • Second-row automatic HVAC controls • Power windows with auto-up/down driver and passenger window • Remote entry system • Steering-wheel mounted cruise control • Tinted glass • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) • Variable Cylinder Management® (VCM®) • Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) with Traction Control Adds to or replaces LX features: • Body-coloured heated folding power side mirrors • Chrome exhaust finishers • Driver’s seat with 10-way power adjustment and power lumbar support • Fog lights • Auto-on headlights • Roof rails • Heated front seats • HomeLink® remote system • USB device connector • Second-row folding centre armrest • Security system • Rear camera with display in rearview mirror Pilot LX Adds to or replaces LX 2WD features: • Towing capacity – 2045 kg • Variable Torque Management™ 4-wheel drive system (VTM-4®) • Heavy-duty automatic-transmission cooler Pilot EX-L Adds to or replaces EX features: • Auto-dimming rearview mirror • Available 110-volt power outlet • Available Honda DVD Rear Entertainment System with 9-inch display, integrated remote control and wireless headsets with personal surround sound • Conversation mirror • Leather-trimmed interior • Leather-wrapped steering wheel • Passenger’s seat with 4-way power adjustment • Power moonroof with tilt feature • Power tailgate • XM® Satellite Radio* *Includes a no-charge trial of 3 months, beyond which service fees apply. Available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous U.S. states. See terms and conditions at www.xmradio.ca. Pilot Touring Adds to or replaces EX-L features: • 110-volt power outlet • 650-watt AM/FM/CD Premium audio system with MP3/Windows Media® Audio playback capability and 10 speakers including subwoofer and 5.1 Surround Sound Theatre Mode • Body-coloured front and rear parking sensors • Body-coloured heated folding power side mirrors with memory and integrated turn indicators • Chrome side mouldings • Heated second-row seats (outboard positions only) • Honda DVD Rear Entertainment System with 9-inch display, integrated remote control and wireless headsets with personal surround sound • Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with trilingual Voice Recognition, multi-view rear camera* with onscreen display guidelines, wallpaper function, Song By Voice™ and illuminated steering wheel-mounted controls • Integrated second-row sunshades • Rear cargo net • Wired for trailer connection *Does not replace the driver’s responsibility to exercise due care while driving. 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When you purchase a new Honda, you automatically receive Honda Plus Roadside Assistance. This service is available to you, or anyone else driving your vehicle, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Canada or the continental U.S. Coverage is for 3 years, unlimited distance and includes towing, battery boosting and lockout assistance plus many other helpful services. Ask your dealer for more information. Get the latest photos, MSRPs, features, accessories, specs and more at www.honda.ca Specifications, features, illustrations and equipment shown in this catalogue are based on the latest available information at the time of publication. Although descriptions are believed to be correct, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Honda Canada Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice or obligation, in colours, specifications, accessories, materials and models. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. Some vehicles shown are U.S. models. Canadian specifications may vary. Map Database of the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System covers major metropolitan areas in southern Canada and the 48 contiguous U.S. states. For a list of current detailed coverage areas, refer to the Honda web site, www.honda.ca. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of SIG Inc. HomeLink and HandsFreeLink are registered trademarks or trademarks of Johnson Controls Technology. HomeLink can be programmed with codes of up to three remote-control devices (e.g., garage-door opener, home security system, etc.). Additional control devices not provided by Honda may be required. Windows Media is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. 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