The 2017 Honda Pilot is part of the third generation of the brand's mid-size SUV lineup. Coming in five trims - LX, EX, EX-L, Touring, and Elite, it remains family-friendly with ample passenger space and noise insulation. Under the hood, the Pilot sports a 280-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, with the Touring and Elite variants upgraded to a 9-speed automatic. Front wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive optional on all trims and standard on the Elite. Notable tech elements include an available 8-inch touchscreen, rearview camera, HondaLink, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Safety is taken care of by Honda Sensing safety suite, featuring adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and a lane departure warning and mitigation system.