Today, for the first time, I had six adults and a bunch of luggage in
our 2005 Pilot.
I noticed no handling problems or lack of power.
This is a great vehicle..!

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QUAKEnSHAKE - 28 Dec 2005 00:30 GMT
Thats good. I feel the same way.
I just got a 2005 pilot Saturday after Thanksgiving. Most Ive had
riding is 5.
I can even fit in the 3rd row seating with head-room to spare!!
Craig - 28 Dec 2005 06:57 GMT
Welcome to the club. I've had my Pilot Just under 2 years. Sun. will
make 2 years exactly.
I've carried up to 8 folks, but usually 4 and maybe a bunch of astro
gear.
> Today, for the first time, I had six adults and a bunch of luggage in
> our 2005 Pilot.
>
> I noticed no handling problems or lack of power.
>
> This is a great vehicle..!
xblazinlv - 28 Dec 2005 07:11 GMT
I've drove a family friend's Pilot not too long ago, didn't feel bad at
all powerwise.
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TWW - 28 Dec 2005 09:10 GMT
> Today, for the first time, I had six adults and a bunch of luggage in
> our 2005 Pilot.
>
> I noticed no handling problems or lack of power.
>
> This is a great vehicle..!
We have an 03 AWD with right at 40k miles. It has been an extremely good
vehicle in every respect with absolutely no problems and plenty of power. I
replaced the OEM Bridgestones at 35k miles with the Bridgestone Alenza which
improved handling and lessened road noise. I understand the newer models
have more power over the 240 hp the 03 has, but require premium.
QUAKEnSHAKE - 28 Dec 2005 21:54 GMT
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From: twaugh5@cox.net (TWW)
I understand the newer models have more power over the 240 hp the 03
has, but require premium. :Quote
Well for '05 manual says 86 or higher normal conditions and premium for
towing loads 3500# or more.
Larry J. - 28 Dec 2005 22:41 GMT
Waiving the right to remain silent, "TWW" <twaugh5@cox.net> said:
> We have an 03 AWD with right at 40k miles. It has been an
> extremely good vehicle in every respect with absolutely no
> problems and plenty of power. I replaced the OEM Bridgestones
> at 35k miles with the Bridgestone Alenza which improved handling
> and lessened road noise. I understand the newer models have
> more power over the 240 hp the 03 has, but require premium.
Nope... Our 2005 has 255HP and the recommended fuel is 87 octane.

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harry - 30 Dec 2005 21:04 GMT
Really? Did Honda change the design in the past two years?
I tried the Pilot in summer of 2003, the third row is totally
unacceptable...
Did you ask the "adult" how he/she feel at the 3rd row? How long was the
drive?
I agree with the power and handling except for the 3rd row space.
Maybe I should go back and check it out again.