Elite AWD
What the Elite adds over the Sport
| Spec | Sport | Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 83.9 cu-ft | 82.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 46.8 cu-ft | 46 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 16.5 cu-ft | 16 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4030 lbs | 4319 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4030 lbs | 4319 lbs |
| Front headroom | 40.1 in | 39.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.2 in | 40.9 in |
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 27 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Passenger seating capacity | 8 | 7 |
| Total interior volume | 152.9 cu-ft | 153.1 cu-ft |
| Final drive ratio | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.7 ft | 39.4 ft |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 115-Volt Power Outlet, 590-Watt Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers, including Subwoofer, Acoustic Glass - Windshield and Front Doors, Acoustic Glass - Windshield and Front Doors, Advanced Rear Entertainment System with 10.2-inch High-Resolution Screen, Blu-Ray™ Player, Built-In Streaming Apps and Wireless Headphones (2), Ambient LED Lighting, Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror, CabinTalk® In-Car PA System (through Headphones and Speakers), Compass, Courtesy Door Lights (Front Row), Driver's Seat with Two-Position Memory for Seat and Side Mirrors, Front Passenger's Seat with 4-Way Power Adjustment, HDMI Interface - 2nd-Row, Hands-Free Power Tailgate, Heated, Power Side Mirrors - Body-Colored, Power Folding and Auto-Dimming, Heated, Power Side Mirrors - with Reverse Gear Tilt-Down, HomeLink® Remote System, Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic, HondaLink® Subscription Services, Illuminated Beverage Holders, Integrated Sunshades (2nd-Row), Intelligent Traction Management - Snow/Sand/Mud (AWD), LED Headlights with Auto-On/Off, Leather-Trimmed Seats, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel - Heated, Multi-Zone Audio, One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature, Panoramic Roof, Parking Sensors (front/rear), Perforated, Heated 2nd-Row Captain's Chairs, Perforated, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats, Power Tailgate, Turn-By-Turn Directions, Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers - Rain-Sensing, Wi-Fi® Hotspot Capability, Wireless Phone Charger
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 320.0 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 330.2 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 82.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 46 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 16 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 153.1 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | HondaLink |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 3 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in |
| Overall height | 70.6 in |
| Overall length | 196.5 in |
| Overall width | 78.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3471 cc |
| Fuel injection system | direct injection |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L V6 |
| Valve configuration | SOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 280 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 19.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.9 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 40.9 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 31.9 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 62 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 62 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 57.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 39.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 245/50 R20 102H |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.3 |
| Transmission speeds | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4319 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4319 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety28 std · 0 opt
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Advanced Front Airbags
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- SmartVent® Front Side Airbags
- Three-Row Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
- 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions
- Adjustable Seat-Belt Anchors (Front Row)
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- Auto High-Beam Headlights
- Blind Spot Information System (BSI) with Cross Traffic Monitor
- Brake Assist
- Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat-Belt Reminder
- Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
- Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System
- Hill Start Assist
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All, 3rd-Row Passenger-Side), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All, 3rd-Row All)
- Parking Sensors (front/rear)
- Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) (Honda Sensing® feature)
- Security System
- Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
- Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators
Infotainment26 std · 0 opt
- Wi-Fi® Hotspot Capability
- 2.5-Amp USB Charging Port - Center Console and 2nd-Row
- 2.5-Amp USB Smartphone/Audio Interface (Front Console)
- 590-Watt Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers, including Subwoofer
- 8-Inch Display Audio with High-Resolution Touch-Screen and Customizable Feature Settings
- 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters
- Advanced Rear Entertainment System with 10.2-inch High-Resolution Screen, Blu-Ray™ Player, Built-In Streaming Apps and Wireless Headphones (2)
- Android Auto™ Integration
- Apple CarPlay® Integration
- Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
- Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
- CabinControl® Remote Compatibility
- CabinTalk® In-Car PA System (through Headphones and Speakers)
- HD Radio™
- HDMI Interface - 2nd-Row
- Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic
- HondaLink®
- HondaLink® Subscription Services
- MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack
- Multi-Zone Audio
- Radio Data System (RDS)
- SMS Text Message Function
- SiriusXM®
- Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)
- Turn-By-Turn Directions
- Wireless Phone Charger
Convenience14 std · 0 opt
- Push Button Start
- Remote Engine Start
- 115-Volt Power Outlet
- 12-Volt Power Outlets (Front, Center Console & Cargo Area)
- Capless Fuel Filler
- Hands-Free Power Tailgate
- HomeLink® Remote System
- One-Touch Turn Indicators
- Power Door and Tailgate Locks
- Power Tailgate
- Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Window
- Programmable Remote Entry
- Remote Fuel Filler Door Release
- Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control, Air Filtration and 2nd-Row Controls
- Rear-Seat Heater Ducts
Seating11 std · 0 opt
- Heated Seats - Front
- Perforated, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
- 60/40 Split, Flat-Folding 3rd-Row Bench Seat
- Driver's Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment, including Power Lumbar Support
- Driver's Seat with Two-Position Memory for Seat and Side Mirrors
- Front Passenger's Seat with 4-Way Power Adjustment
- Head Restraints at all Seating Positions
- Leather-Trimmed Seats
- One-Touch 2nd-Row Seats
- Perforated, Heated 2nd-Row Captain's Chairs
- Seating Capacity
Interior34 std · 0 opt
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel - Heated
- Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- AWD Torque Distribution Indicator
- Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC)
- Ambient LED Lighting
- Average Fuel Economy Indicators (A&B)
- Beverage Holders (Front Row-5 / 2nd-Row-6 / 3rd-Row-4)
- Cargo Area Light
- Compass
- Conversation Mirror with Sunglasses Holder
- Courtesy Door Lights (Front Row)
- Customizable Feature Settings
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
- Driver's and Front Passenger's Seatback Pockets
- Engine Oil-Life Indicator
- Garment Hooks (2nd row, 2 total)
- Headroom (front/middle/rear)
- Hiproom (front/middle/rear)
- Illuminated Beverage Holders
- Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls
- Instant Fuel Economy Indicator
- Integrated Sunshades (2nd-Row)
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Legroom (front/middle/rear)
- Lockable Glove Compartment
- Map Lights (All Rows)
- Miles-to-Empty Indicators
- Multi-Functional Center Console Storage
- Passenger Volume
- Shoulder Room (front/middle/rear)
- Sliding Sunvisors
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
- Trip Meters (A&B)
- Floor Mats
Exterior29 std · 0 opt
- One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature
- Heated, Power Side Mirrors - Body-Colored, Power Folding and Auto-Dimming
- Acoustic Glass - Windshield and Front Doors
- All-Season Tires
- Approach/Departure Angles
- Body-Colored Roofline Spoiler with Integrated Brake Light
- Curb Weight (2WD/AWD)
- Door Handles
- Fin-Type Roof-Mounted Antenna
- Ground Clearance (unladen)
- Heated, Power Side Mirrors
- Heated, Power Side Mirrors - with Reverse Gear Tilt-Down
- Height
- Intermittent Rear Window Wiper/Washer
- LED Brake and Reverse Lights
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED Fog Lights
- LED Headlights with Auto-On/Off
- Length
- Panoramic Roof
- Roof Rails
- Track (front/rear)
- Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers - Rain-Sensing
- Wheelbase
- Wheels
- Width
- Rear Privacy Glass
- Rear-Window Defroster with Timer
- Compact Spare Tire
Powertrain19 std · 1 opt
- Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) AWD System optional
- Intelligent Traction Management - Snow/Sand/Mud (AWD)
- 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) (AWD; City/Highway/Combined mpg)
- 9-Speed Automatic Transmission (9AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters
- Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM)
- Bore and Stroke - 89 mm x 93 mm
- CARB Emissions Rating - LEV3-ULEV125
- Compression Ratio - 11.5:1
- Displacement - 3471 cc
- Eco Assist™ System
- Engine Type - V6
- Fuel Injection - Direct
- Fuel Tank Capacity - 19.5 gal
- Horsepower (SAE net) - 280 @ 6000 rpm
- Idle-Stop
- Intelligent Traction Management - Snow (2WD) / Snow/Sand/Mud (AWD)
- Required Fuel - Regular Unleaded
- Torque (SAE net) - 262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
- Valve Train - 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC®
- Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®)
Chassis9 std · 0 opt
- Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS)
- MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension
- Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes - 12.6 in / 13.0 in
- Stabilizer Bar (front/rear) - 25.0 mm (solid) / 26.5 mm (tubular)
- Steering Ratio - 16.0:1
- Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock - 3.14
- Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb
- Unit-Body Construction
Cargo7 std · 0 opt
- Cargo Area Bag Hooks
- Cargo Area Tie-Down Anchors (4 Total)
- Cargo Volume (behind 1st-row)
- Cargo Volume (behind 2nd-row)
- Cargo Volume (behind 3rd-row)
- Hidden Storage Well
- Towing Capacity (2WD/AWD)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
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Common questions about the Elite
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Honda Pilot Elite add over the Sport?
Against the Sport, 37 features become standard that the Sport does not and 14 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.