Everything You Need to Know About the All-New 2023 Honda Pilot

Totally redesigned the 2023 Honda Pilot has a more powerful VTC V6 engine, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and Integrated Drive Modes (Normal, ECON, Snow, Sport, Tow, available Trail, and Sand), the Pilot is engineered to help you feel in your element in any element.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- 3.5L Direct-Injection, VTC V6
- 285 HP
- 262 lb.-ft. Torque
- 5,000 lbs. Towing Capacity
The Pilot is available in 5 trim levels in 2023, including the new Sport, EX-L, TrailSport, Touring and Black Edition.

KEY FEATURES:
- Remote Engine Start (mobile)
- Geofence Alert
- Find My Car
- Auto Collision Notification
- Stolen Vehicle Locator
- Remote Door Lock/Unlock
Take it for a test drive today at Wheaton Honda West, our SW Calgary dealership.

Performance that makes it all possible
Integrated Drive Modes (IDM)
Can you rely on the Pilot to give you more driving confidence? Yes You Can. With a simple flip of a toggle, the Integrated Drive Modes (Normal, ECON, Snow, Sport, Tow, and available Trail and Sand) are engineered to dial in the throttle, suspension, and steering to match various driving conditions.
10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10AT)
The 10-speed automatic transmission can either shift automatically or with the use of a paddle shifter. You can depend on the Pilot to help enhance smooth acceleration and deliver a remarkably fluid drive.
Fuel-Efficient & Economical
With trims delivering combined fuel consumption rates ranging from 11.0-11.8L/100km*, an Eco Assist™ system that helps you monitor how efficiently you’re driving, and an ECON drive mode that helps you get more out of every litre, you can rely on the Pilot to help you make every adventure a more fuel-efficient one. It also features Honda’s idle-stop system, which is designed to help prevent excess emissions through idling.
All-Wheel Drive. All The Time.
For a smoother ride, the Pilot’s 2nd-generation Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4™) AWD system is engineered to increase responsiveness and handling, so you take to the road with greater confidence.
Powerful Towing Capacity
With its standard towing capacity of 1,588kg or available 2,268kg* (5,000 lbs.), the Pilot is ready for those treks that need a little extra for the road.
Available Colours

Crystal Black Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, Radiant Red Metallic 2, Diffused Sky Pearl, Sonic Grey Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic.
Tech That Makes The Road A Trip
The new Honda Pilot features tons of impressive technology. Integrating your vehicle into your digital life is easy thanks to HondaLink™* and over-the-air software updates. And, if you want to kick it up another notch, Google Automotive Services* (GAS) is available.
Some of the other great tech features in the new Pilot are:
- Standard 7" (and available 9")
- Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
- The available 12-speaker BOSE Premium Sound System (including subwoofer)
- A Smart Key FOB
- Colour TFT Centre Meter Display 7" standard or 10.2" available
- CabinTalk In-Car PA

Trim Breakdown
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN
2023 Pilot |
Sport | EX-L | TrailSport | Touring | Black Edition |
3.5-litre, 24-valve, Direct Injection, DOHC, VTC V6 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
Horsepower @ rpm |
285 @ 6100 | 285 @ 6100 | 285 @ 6100 | 285 @ 6100 |
285 @ 6100 |
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) |
262 @ 5000 | 262 @ 5000 | 262 @ 5000 | 262 @ 5000 | 262 @ 5000 |
10-speed automatic transmission (10AT) |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
Integrated Drive Modes (IDM) |
Sport, Normal, Econ, Snow, Tow |
Sport, Normal, Econ, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand | Sport, Normal, Econ, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand | Sport, Normal, Econ, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand |
Sport, Normal, Econ, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand |
Towing capacity (kg) | Available 2,268 | Available 2,268 | Available 2,268 | Available 2,268 |
Available 2,268 |
EXTERIOR
2023 Pilot |
Sport | EX-L | TrailSport | Touring |
Black Edition |
Body-coloured door handles |
✔️ | ✔️ | Gloss Black | ✔️ |
✔️ |
Front grille bar | Black | Chrome | Black | Chrome |
Gloss Black |
Front and rear splash guards |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
One-touch power panoramic moonroof with power sunshade | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
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Power tailgate |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | Hands-free access and walk-away close | Hands-free access and walk-away close |
Towing capacity2 (kg) |
Available 2,268 | Available 2,268 | Available 2,268 | Available 2,268 | Available 2,268 |
Roof rails | Black | Black | Black |
Black |
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Side mirrors: Heated | Gloss Black | Body-coloured | Gloss Black | Body-coloured |
Gloss Black |
INTERIOR
2023 Pilot |
Sport | EX-L | TrailSport | Touring | Black Edition |
12-volt power outlets (front and cargo area) |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
110-volt power outlet (second row) |
✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
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Auto-dimming rearview mirror |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
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10.2" colour TFT centre meter display |
✔️ |
✔️ |
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7" colour TFT centre meter display |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ||
Illuminated steering wheel-mounted controls |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
Remote engine starter |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
Wireless charging |
✔️ |
✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
Technology:
2023 Pilot |
Sport | EX-L | TrailSport | Touring | Black Edition |
225-watt audio system with 7 speakers including a subwoofer |
✔️ |
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225-watt audio system with 9 speakers including subwoofer |
✔️ |
✔️ |
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BOSE® Premium Sound System with 12 speakers |
✔️ |
✔️ |
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7" touchscreen display |
✔️ |
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9" touchscreen display | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
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Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto |
Wired | Wired/Wireless | Wired/Wireless | Wired/Wireless | Wired/Wireless |
Front passenger USB-C charger |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
SMS text message function |
✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
✔️ |
Safety:
- Honda Sensing Suite w/ Traffic Sign
- Recognition & Traffic Jam Assist
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system (HS*)
- 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system
- Hill Start Assist
- Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) system
- Traffic sign recognition
- Vehicle Stability Assist
For a more in-depth look at the 2023 Pilot watch this video here.