We have a 2004 Honda Pilot that we tow as a dinghy and a 2008 Pilot that we drive for pleasure. Our typical city mileage is 18 mpg and highway 24-26 mpg. Considering the curb wt. is 4400 lbs. and 4WD about average. Both of them ride fantastic. We liked our 2004 model so found a low mileage 2008 that was loaded and will last us forever. It takes me less than 10 min. to connect, to our MH. Our door locks are do not lock when towing, as the key is in the ignition trans in Neutral. I could lock the doors with another set of keys if I wanted but don't see the benefit. If I stop and not with the the MH, I lock the car if I am going to be away. Just follow all of Honda's procedures for towing and away you go. Simple and easy.