I've always owned Hondas, and transitioned from a 2005 Odyssey EX-L with all the bells and whistles. Unfortunately, Honda has abandoned the leather seats I was used to for lower-quality "leather trim" that even the salespeople point out isn't worth the price (the add-on accessories lady actually said that to me). I also miss the sunroof, which is ONLY available on the top two model trims. Also ONLY available in the most expensive models: Sirius/XM-ready capability. This was almost a deal breaker for me. Being a long-time Honda customer I was irritated that they decided to make something that used to be so easy into something ridiculously expensive and difficult to get. I'm not going to pay thousands of dollars to get two features I really want, only to have to put up with half a dozen I really, really don't. The more expensive trims come with so much complicated "tech" gadgets and upgrades that I started to feel like I needed some sort of degree to understand how my vehicle works. I don't want it OR need it, and I'm annoyed at how little choice the buyer is given. Another thing Honda started doing that I find irritating and bordering on insulting is how they install some of the upgraded features but they're not functional. Like the "angel eye" headlight upgrade - it's there, you can see it, you just can't use it. HATE that.

I like my Honda Pilot very much, it has a lot of room, drives nice and has a lot of power. Looks good, goes in all kinds of weather, you have the confidence you can go not matter what the road conditions are. Not so good on gas in the city, better on open road. It rides about 8 people for large families and if you put the 2 back seats down, gives you plenty of room to carry things. I don't like the back hatch back door it's heavy and with things in your hands it's hard to reach up and close. No front seat cup holders. High off the ground, a little hard getting in if your short, but mine have running boards which make a big difference. Tires are expensive to replace, because they are so big. My Pilot has AM-FM radio, DVD player which it great for the children on long trips, cassette player. It is hard for me to park, It has taken a lot of practice to learn to park so I can get out and not be to close to another car.