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Re: Edmunds Test Drive [scottgbwi]
by rexf
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Sep 20, 2008 (3:19 pm)
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Replying to: scottgbwi (Sep 19, 2008 1:30 pm)
I am driving a 2006 Pilot AWD EX-L that I like extremely well and have had no problems with. I went to look at the 2009 Pilot. Nicer, but not that much. Then, the Edmunds road test completely put me off. They are pretty objective at Edmunds, so I respect their view. Car & Driver still has not posted a full road test. The competition is stiff in this product line. Is the 2009 Pilot the ultimate vehicle for you? You have to drive it and the competition and decide for yourself. I was very disappointed that they did not put the 3.7 litre motor in the Pilot that comes in the MDX. The braking distances are unacceptable. So, I'm not buying one. I am certain that incentives will return shortly. The reality is that this vehicle will not sell in sufficient numbers without incentives. At least not in the next 12 months.
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- #11933 of 13793
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Re: Edmunds Test Drive [rexf]
by dacc0917
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Sep 21, 2008 (2:52 am)
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Replying to: rexf (Sep 20, 2008 3:19 pm)
listen everybody knows about the poor mileage. but every suv has bad mileage. and how often do you stop from 60 to 0. I never have in my 20 years of driving. As far as the horsepower goes if you do a compairason between the pilot and highlander, the pilots torque is better. isn't that what matters more? Do I still need to test drive, yes. did this article change anything about my plans to buy one in march, not at all.
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Re: 2009 4WD EX-L Prem Running Boards $28133 with ~$3K trade-in [budiman]
by psmnba
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Sep 22, 2008 (7:53 pm)
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Replying to: budiman (Sep 02, 2008 7:33 pm)
Hi..
We're in STL as well.. can you tell us which dealership you were working with as we are looking for EX 2wd and seems like our internet quotes are only running as low as $28,195 at Huey's...
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- #11935 of 13793
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Re: Edmunds Test Drive [scottgbwi]
by poodog13
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Sep 24, 2008 (4:57 am)
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Replying to: scottgbwi (Sep 19, 2008 1:30 pm)
Bought one in August and haven't had it on the highway yet. My wife has and didn't seem to find the power to be of any concern. Neither of us has used the cruise control.
Driving around town, primarily suburban driving, I've seen no power problems myself. I drive a Nissan Maxima, so I'm used to having a good power to weight ratio, and while it's not my sports sedan it's also not that bad.
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- #11936 of 13793
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Edmunds Test Drive
by fred25
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Sep 24, 2008 (6:16 am)
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I think many of you are going overboard - lets keep in mind the is ONE REVIEW.
Don't base your purchase on only one review that silly.
You should base your purchase on your test drive, and I mean test drive.
If I am spending more than 30,000 plus on a vehicle, I will be taking several test drives. I take it at different dealers and I also take it at different times of the day and conditions. At night, day, rain, and snow conditions. You will learn a great deal about how the vehicle rides, handles, and brakes. If you only base your opinion on only one review you are cheating yourself. Remember the review should be treated as a guide to help you make a correct decision for your needs, it should not be your only criteria.
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- #11937 of 13793
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Honda Pilot 2009 w NAV
by wkeller228
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Sep 25, 2008 (9:33 am)
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Is a price of $35,000 obtainable?
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Re: Honda Pilot 2009 w NAV [wkeller228]
by wkeller228
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Sep 25, 2008 (9:44 am)
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Replying to: wkeller228 (Sep 25, 2008 9:33 am)
CORRECTION:
2009 Honda Pilot Touring w NAV only in Black Cherry
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- #11939 of 13793
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Re: Edmunds Test Drive [dacc0917]
by p1cfl01
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Sep 25, 2008 (4:36 pm)
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Replying to: dacc0917 (Sep 19, 2008 5:26 pm)
Took one Sept 3, 2009 Pilot EX-L with RES. The car has plenty of power for its size. The brakes, well adequate but could be better. You see, the car is quite heavy but the assist braking does help but it's not as good as my Lexus RX300. Overall, for the price, it's a bargain. Paid $31,683 + TTL, can't complaint. My wife loves it.
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Re: Edmunds Test Drive [p1cfl01]
by calbears1
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Sep 26, 2008 (3:15 pm)
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Replying to: p1cfl01 (Sep 25, 2008 4:36 pm)
Did you get a 2wd or AWD for $31,683? I think you did well regardless. What city/state did you pruchase it in.
I'm in the market and live in the Bay Area. thanks!
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- #11941 of 13793
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Re: 2009 4WD EX-L Prem Running Boards $28133 with ~$3K trade-in [psmnba]
by budiman
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Sep 27, 2008 (8:46 am)
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Replying to: psmnba (Sep 22, 2008 7:53 pm)
We worked with Bommarito Honda. Per the deal, I got it for $28133 with ~$3K trade in already included, so the actual price for the car was $31133. This was also with the August $2K incentive, which has disappeared (where people are hoping will reappear soon).
Good luck.
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