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#11 of 50 09 Pilot pics by u045777 Jan 13, 2008 (11:46 am)
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#12 of 50 Early MDX by lease_bill Jan 31, 2008 (1:58 pm)
It's true that earlier MDXs had transmission problems.   A friend of mine bought 2003 brand new and three months later transmission had to be replaced.
#13 of 50 Re: we have both vehicles [love2driveinct] by dfwhonda Feb 03, 2008 (2:35 am)
Replying to: love2driveinct (Jan 13, 2008 5:48 am) I'm thinking of buying either a used 06 MDX w/Nav or a new 08 Pilot w/Nav. From initial searches, I'm finding that version of the Pilot to be slightly cheaper (just under $30k) than a certified 06 MDX w/Nav (and sometimes RES) in the Chicago area (most with just over 30k miles are priced around $33k to $34k).   My question: Whether in anyone's opinion the "upgraded" 4 wheel drive system of the MDX and better "luxury" appointments make it worth taking the general used car risk (which I'm hoping to negate somewhat by purchasing certified) instead of just purchasing a brand new car (and the upgraded crash test ratings for head restraints)?   I'd also be interested to hear whether the Nav systems in both cars are relatively identical, or whether the Acura Nav is superior to the Honda Nav.   I owned a 01 MDX (base model) and had no problems with it (but sold it at 40k), and the 06 MDX seems to drive a little less like a SUV than an 05 Pilot I tested (I've yet to actually test drive an 08 Pilot).   Thanks in advance for any responses. Replies to this message: love2driveinct (Feb 04, 2008 1:31 pm)
#14 of 50 Correction to prior post (#13) by dfwhonda Feb 03, 2008 (5:51 am)
Sorry, just realized that I was confusing the SH-AWD on the new model MDX with the VTM-4 on the old model MDX (and the 08 Pilot).   So I guess my choice basically boils down to whether the Acura Nav system is superior to the Honda Nav system, and if not, whether a two-year old MDX is better than a brand new Pilot (prices being almost the same).   I'd appreciate any thoughts anyone would like to share. Replies to this message: crvjoe (Feb 04, 2008 4:11 pm)
#15 of 50 Re: we have both vehicles [dfwhonda] by love2driveinct Feb 04, 2008 (1:31 pm)
Replying to: dfwhonda (Feb 03, 2008 2:35 am) Hmmm... keeping in mind that I am not expert in this field, and can only offer day-to-day "real world" perspective, this is what I would say:   * I don't know how the Nav systems compare since our Pilot does not have it, but we test-drove an 05 Accord w/Nav and an 06 Ody w/Nav and the systems were very similar to the MDX. The only thing the Pilot Nav may not have is voice recognition/commands, you'd have to check on that.   * We lease our vehicles, so we have gotten to used to the nice, "tight" steering that you get from day one and that lasts until turn-in at 36-45K miles. But I will say that right now I am closing in on 30K on the MDX and the vehicle feels just like it did the day I got it.   * The MDX offers a lot of little things that you don't get in the Pilot -- bluetooth, back-up camera, memory seats, ambient lighting -- as well as a more refined car-like interior and less road noise. I think it's just a matter of what is most important to you.   * One thing my husband told me just yesterday was that although he enjoys driving the MDX (it's our family vehicle -- I drive on weekdays & he drives when we're all together), there is one thing he REALLY likes better about the Pilot -- the front console. Having the gear selector on the steering column frees up a ton of space, so there is quite a bit of storage in that section. Plenty of room for his iPod, wallet, blackberry, a sandwich, whatever. The MDX has a place for two drinks, as well as various annoying nooks and crannies that attract crumbs, and nowhere to rest other things easily. Just something to keep in mind if you spend a lot of time in your vehicle commuting, etc...   HTH
#16 of 50 Re: Correction to prior post (#13) [dfwhonda] by crvjoe Feb 04, 2008 (4:11 pm)
Replying to: dfwhonda (Feb 03, 2008 5:51 am) I have just purchased a 2008 EX-L with navigation. It does have voice recognition. It also has a rear camera that comes on the nav screen when you are in reverse. I looked at both cars and I did not see any difference in the nav systems other than the Bluetooth connection for a phone that the Pilot lacks.   The main selling point for me was that the Pilot runs on regular while the MDX has to use preminum.   Hope this helps
#18 of 50 Thanks love2driveinct and crvjoe by dfwhonda Feb 05, 2008 (3:06 am)
Thanks for the input on the Pilot vs. used MDX. I'll probably make my decision in a couple of weeks.   The premium fuel requirement of the MDX is certainly a negative from my perspective, but I may overlook it to get some of the little things that the MDX provides that the Honda Pilot does not (although I also wish the MDX had the Variable Cylinder Management that the 08 FWD Pilots have).   If anyone else has any other thoughts, I would still appreciate them. Replies to this message: mecheng1 (Feb 05, 2008 11:12 am) love2driveinct (Feb 05, 2008 7:03 pm) dfwhonda (Feb 06, 2008 3:31 am)
#19 of 50 Re: Thanks love2driveinct and crvjoe [dfwhonda] by mecheng1 Feb 05, 2008 (11:12 am)
Replying to: dfwhonda (Feb 05, 2008 3:06 am) I think some of us are stuck in our youthful days when premium gas was 20% more expensive than regular. Do your own math but I bet the 25-cent extra for premium adds up to -atmost- $4 per tankful.....even filling up once-a-week "only" requires $200/year It is real money but - is it seriously a deal breaker for the MDX as some have said on this forum?   I needed a vehicle in 2001 so I bought the MDX but I would have probably bought the Pilot....had it been available. Personal preference. The NAV system in my 2001 (made for Acura by Alpine) has paid for itself over the years. Replies to this message: love2driveinct (Feb 05, 2008 7:03 pm) dfwhonda (Feb 06, 2008 3:31 am)
#20 of 50 Re: Thanks love2driveinct and crvjoe [mecheng1] by love2driveinct Feb 05, 2008 (7:03 pm)
Replying to: mecheng1 (Feb 05, 2008 11:12 am) And who says that you have to use Premium, anyway?? We put only 87 in our MDX. We have experimented under various driving conditions, temperatures, etc, and the vehicle drives the same & gets the same mileage whether we put 87, 89, or 91 in it. Is there something I'm missing here? Replies to this message: dfwhonda (Feb 06, 2008 3:31 am)

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