Honda Pilot
| EX |
LX |
| SOHC 24-Valve VTEC |
SOHC 24-Valve VTEC |
| Horsepower @ rpm 240 @ 5400 |
Horsepower @ rpm 240 @ 5400 |
2008 Honda Pilot LX and EX offer a 240hp. 3.5Ltr VTEC V 6 engine which provides plenty of torque across a wide range of rpm. The new Honda Pilot's VTEC valve train adjusts the timing and duration and lift of the intake valves according to engine speed. The engine's induction intake and exhaust systems have been optimized to deliver optimum air-flow at all speeds. The Pilot's VTM 4 electronic control unit constantly monitors speed and road conditions. When cruising or braking and the new 2008 Honda Pilot operates in front wheel drive only for maximum fuel efficiency.
Honda Pilot insurance information
Most people pay more than they have to for insurance on new 2008 Honda Pilot's because they never bother to compare prices. But with the free online insurance quote services there's now no reason not to. Filling out one form makes it simple and easy to get you multiple quotes online quickly.
Besides never comparing prices, many people also don't adequately understand their policy and coverage. So they pay for what they don't need or are missing coverage that they sould have when purchasing a new Honda Pilot.
If you just get your state's required minimum coverage on your Pilot for liability and property damage you'll be seriously underinsured. Most experts recommend at least one hundred thousand per person of bodily liability and a minimum of fifty thousand for property damage. And if you have a net worth of $300,000 or more, getting an umbrella policy for lawsuits could be one of the best insurance tips to remember.
2008 Honda Pilot review
In the event of a moderate to severe side impact, the side airbag ( on the new 2003 and 2008 Honda Pilot EX LX ) inflates to help protect the driver's or front passenger's upper body. Honda took this safety technology a step further than its competitors with its Occupant Position Detection System. The system utilizes sensors in the front passenger seatback to detect the height and seating position of the occupant. If a child, or adult is leaning into the path of the side airbag sensors deactivate it.
All 2000 Honda passenger cars will come with several brackets in the back seat for anchoring the tether straps. Light trucks, vans, and pickups were required to have these brackets in the Honda 2001 models.
If your car is not a 2000 model, you can usually obtain a tether anchor kit made especially for Honda's at your local Honda dealership. Some are easy to install yourself; others require a mechanic. Tether straps for many 1997-1999 car seats are available from the seats' manufacturers. Be sure to use the one specifically designed for your car seat. All 2008 Honda Pilot's should have tethers factory installed.
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