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2026 Honda Pilot

Honda has upgraded the rugged, family-friendly Pilot for the 2026 model year with several key upgrades inside and out. These include a larger touchscreen, a more premium and tech-rich interior, and major styling updates with vibrant new colors.

Improved steering feel and a quieter cabin improve driving enjoyment and overall comfort, while safety features have also been upgraded.

Designed in California, engineered in Ohio, and built in Alabama, the refreshed 2026 Pilot will be offered in six well-equipped trim levels: Sport, EX-L, Touring, TrailSport, Elite, and Black Edition.

The 2026 Pilot Elite is Honda's refreshed three-row midsize SUV that redefines family luxury with a massive 12.3-inch touchscreen, a quieter cabin, and premium Ultra Suede trim.

The updated TrailSport brings a different front fascia, exclusive exterior details, new colors and an upgraded interior with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a larger 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a quieter cabin. It also gets heated rear seats, an optional brown leather interior with orange stitching and more premium materials.

The Pilot Elite, which arrives in U.S. dealers next month, combines "rugged styling and advanced technology for epic adventures."

Changes range from a redesigned front fascia and machined 20-inch wheels to wireless Apple CarPlay, built-in Google and the Honda Sensing safety suite.

Along with the tuned steering, there’s a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 285 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque, and iVTM4 all-wheel drive for confident traction.

The 2026 Honda Pilot TrailSport arrives with true off-road credentials, upgraded technology and a refined design that sets it apart from all other family SUVs.

On the track, the raised suspension, steel skid plates, off-road tires and i-VTM4 all-wheel drive system make a noticeable difference in real-world capability.

Under the hood remains a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 285 horsepower and a 10-speed automatic transmission, supported by multiple driving modes, including Snow, Sand, Trail and Tow.

As the press release says, if you need a family SUV that can handle everyday life and real off-road adventures, the TrailSport delivers better than ever.

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