Engine Capacity Rating
3.5 L
Fuel Economy Rating
8 Km/L - 9 Km/L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
285 BHP
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
8 seater
Engine Assembly
3.5 L
Odometer Mileage
8 Km/L - 9 Km/L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
285 BHP
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
8 seater
Engine Torque Output
355 Nm
Engine Displacement Size
3490 cc
Engine Capacity Rating
3.5 L
Valves Per Cylinder Count
4
Acceleration Performance
12 sec
Drivetrain Type
All Wheel Drive
Turbocharger Unit
None
cylinders
6
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The 2026 Honda Pilot is a three-row family SUV that seats 8 and targets buyers who want genuine everyday practicality without sacrificing cabin refinement. A 3.5 L naturally aspirated engine producing 285 BHP drives through a smooth Automatic — a dependable combination that prioritises reliability over outright performance. Prices start from AED 175,999.
The range opens with the 3.5L EX 2WD, which covers the essentials: a well-equipped cabin, Honda Sensing safety suite, and front-wheel drive. The 3.5L EXL steps up with leather seating, a larger touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a more premium audio system — a meaningful upgrade for buyers spending significant time in the car. Fuel efficiency comes in at 9 Km/L on a mixed cycle, which is competitive for a full-size three-row petrol SUV.
Pros: the second-row captain's chairs in higher trims offer genuine comfort for long journeys, and cargo access behind the third row is among the best in class for a unibody SUV. Honda Sensing — automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise — is standard across the range, not an optional extra. Cons: the exterior styling is conservative compared to the more sculpted Palisade; buyers looking for visual drama will notice the difference. The third row, while adult-accessible, is better suited to children on longer drives.
Used 2025 Pilot examples currently list from AED 165,000 on CarSwitch — around 6% below the price of a new entry variant, making the used market only a modest saving for buyers prioritising warranty peace of mind.
Buyers cross-shopping the Pilot typically also consider the Hyundai Palisade, Toyota Highlander, and Hyundai Santa Fe — all three-row or large family SUVs in a similar price bracket, where the Pilot competes on Honda's reliability reputation and standard safety kit but trails the Palisade on interior luxury and the Highlander on hybrid availability.