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So you thought that BMW actually had a chance with its 2 Series Gran Tourer huh? The Germans made the front page when they unveiled that ugly 7-seater but they won’t stand a chance in the segment against other, more experienced manufacturers as a matter of fact. Honda just took the veils off the new Pilot model in Chicago and things are looking up for the Japanese company.
The new version can be distinguished from the old one thanks to a new front fascia that features three horizontal chrome lines with the top on extending all the way into the angular headlights. Take a step to the side and you’ll notice a roofline that seems to take a pitch towards the rear of the car.
Once you reach the other end of the 2016 Pilot you’ll notice a new spoiler attached to the tailgate and new taillights. Other details weren’t provided at the moment as to what else was changed and to what extent but the officials did let it slip that the refreshed version is longer than its predecessor by 3.5 inches (8.9 cm).
The car in the photo gallery below, seems to be wearing xenon headlamps but Honda claims that you can now get LED ones along with new DRL. That’s all well and good for lighting purposes at night but the cabin also gets better illuminated if you go for the panoramic sunroof that’s now also available as an optional extra as are 20” wheels.
All that direct sunlight will allow you to praise the new materials used inside or, at least that’s what Honda claims. New seats that are ventilated and/or heated are now available both up front and in the back while for cold weather purposes a steering wheel that heats up is recommended and also available.
Since this is a car aiming at family men and women, the entertainment options for the rear seats are focused around a 9” display, a new audio system and bigger screen for the driver as well (8 inches/20 cm).
On the powertrain front, the new 3.5-liter V6 engine will have cylinder deactivation that should drive the fuel consumption figures down but we don’t have any performance figures at the hand right now. We do know that you’ll get a choice out of two automatics when it comes to changing gears, one with 6 speeds and one with 9. All-wheel drive will also be available so you won’t be stuck with FWD.
Sales should begin this summer but until then, we’ll just have to wait for more info to see if we like this car or not.
Once you reach the other end of the 2016 Pilot you’ll notice a new spoiler attached to the tailgate and new taillights. Other details weren’t provided at the moment as to what else was changed and to what extent but the officials did let it slip that the refreshed version is longer than its predecessor by 3.5 inches (8.9 cm).
The car in the photo gallery below, seems to be wearing xenon headlamps but Honda claims that you can now get LED ones along with new DRL. That’s all well and good for lighting purposes at night but the cabin also gets better illuminated if you go for the panoramic sunroof that’s now also available as an optional extra as are 20” wheels.
All that direct sunlight will allow you to praise the new materials used inside or, at least that’s what Honda claims. New seats that are ventilated and/or heated are now available both up front and in the back while for cold weather purposes a steering wheel that heats up is recommended and also available.
Since this is a car aiming at family men and women, the entertainment options for the rear seats are focused around a 9” display, a new audio system and bigger screen for the driver as well (8 inches/20 cm).
On the powertrain front, the new 3.5-liter V6 engine will have cylinder deactivation that should drive the fuel consumption figures down but we don’t have any performance figures at the hand right now. We do know that you’ll get a choice out of two automatics when it comes to changing gears, one with 6 speeds and one with 9. All-wheel drive will also be available so you won’t be stuck with FWD.
Sales should begin this summer but until then, we’ll just have to wait for more info to see if we like this car or not.
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