Honda Pilot used as a tow vehicle
Looking for a new tow SUV for a T@B trailer about 2000#. Is a 2017 Honda Pilot a good choice? Can anyone give me MPG when towing?
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With the Pilot to get the 5000lb towing, you have to go with the AWD. We pulled a 12' box Pop Up that had a dinette slide (2500lb dry) with a 2002 Pilot. It handled it pretty well. The rear end is a little soft, especially when You get 4 bikes on the roof, 4 people and a golden retriever in it. It rode and handled fine, but it really squatted. Airbags, or Timbrens would probably help.
We have absolutely no regrets on the Pilot, it has 245k miles on it, and has never had any issues with the engine or transmission. We moved up to a big TT, but we still use it to pull a 3000lb boat when we take the boat camping.
All that said, the Pilot will handle it fine.
We have absolutely no regrets on the Pilot, it has 245k miles on it, and has never had any issues with the engine or transmission. We moved up to a big TT, but we still use it to pull a 3000lb boat when we take the boat camping.
All that said, the Pilot will handle it fine.
