Hugely Capable Powertrain

The 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport is based around a powerful 3.5L V6 gas engine making 280 horsepower and 262lb-ft of torque. The considerable output is passed through a nine-speed automatic transmission before reaching all-wheel drive, guaranteeing smooth and responsive handling no matter how hard you push the vehicle.

Of perhaps the most interest to off-roaders is the enhanced torque vectoring technology that’s included in the TrailSport’s all-wheel-drive configuration. According to Honda, the system responds 30% more quickly to changing grip conditions, making handling more surefooted while boosting rear-axle power by up to 40% when needed to push the Pilot out of a sticky situation.

Lastly, a selection of drive modes optimizes drivetrain responses for varying conditions, with options for snow, sand/trail, sport, normal, towing, and economy.

Off-Road Enhancements

As you’d expect from a trim that’s tailored for off-road adventuring, the TrailSport builds on the standard Pilot blueprint with a selection of trail-friendly enhancements, including:
– Increased approach and departure angles of 19.6 and 21.8 degrees
– Ground clearance raised from 18.5cm to 20cm
– Trail-tuned suspension
– 18-inch wheels with tough, high-grip, all-terrain tires
– Automatic hill descent control
– Motorized side mirrors with reverse gear tilt-down for easier backing up
– Rugged roof rails for carrying kayaks, bikes, skis, and more

All Pilot models also offer Hill Start Assist, Trailer Stability Assist, and an Intelligent Traction Management System to make light work of challenging terrains and gradients.

Interior Comforts

Yet while the TrailSport is perfectly happy away from the pavement, it also offers the interior comforts to make everyday driving a joy. Leather-trimmed upholstery is standard, with heated seats in the first and second rows. The leather-wrapped steering wheel is likewise heated, with the front seats also offering adjustable ventilation levels.

To complete the comfort controls, the tri-zone automatic climate control system also includes air filtration to ensure a safe and pleasant atmosphere when you’re tearing up the dusty trail outside.

Advanced Infotainment Technology

The 2023 Pilot includes a range of upgraded infotainment features, based around a 9-inch touchscreen display with access to Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, in-built navigation, and a Wi-Fi tethering system.

A meaty 264-watt sound system provides audio with seven speakers, including subwoofer, fed by sources including HD radio, satellite radio, Bluetooth streaming, and an MP3 input jack. Sound quality is enhanced even further by the speed-sensitive volume control combined with the acoustically treated windshield to keep background noise to a minimum.

Finally, four USB ports are spread throughout the cabin to keep everyone’s devices fully juiced throughout the longest journeys.

Cutting-Edge Safety

As with all modern Honda models, the Pilot TrailSport is supplied with a raft of advanced safety features, with key highlights including:
– Forward-collision warnings with mitigation braking
– Lane-departure warnings with lane-keep assist
– Road-departure mitigation
– Adaptive cruise control

Experience the 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport

If you’re looking for a capable, comfortable family SUV that’s also perfectly at home in the wilderness, the 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport is the model for you. Book a test drive by clicking the button below, and discover the power and versatility of Honda’s largest SUV.

Please Note: The details of this article were accurate at the time it was written. Manufacturers may change the details of any vehicle’s specifications at any time without notice.