Matt Flynn of Maroon 5: Honda Civic Tour in the Summertime

2014 Honda Odyssey Named Among Best Tailgating Vehicles

The new NFL football season got underway a few weeks ago, and since many of our customers are San Diego Chargers fans, we figured that we were all in for another long and rocky season of the Phillip Rivers show. But things haven’t been as dire this season as they could have been, which means people around here are legitimately getting excited about football again. We here at Pacific Honda are very happy to see that, especially because Bold Ride recently named the 2014 Honda Odyssey among its “8 Perfect Rides for Football Tailgating.”

Project Drive-In: Help Honda Save an American Icon

Honda's Project Drive-In Helps Save Four Additional Theaters, Nine in Total

• Theaters in Florida, Missouri, South Carolina and Tennessee win digital projector
• End of 35mm film distribution puts many drive-in theaters without new digital projectors in jeopardy of closure
• Public encouraged to continue supporting the cause at www.projectdrivein.com to keep theaters and car culture alive in America
• New video released today showcases emotional reactions of winners

Project Drive-In, Honda's national effort to help save drive-ins facing closure due to the end of 35mm film distribution, is awarding four additional drive-in theaters (in alphabetical order)—Monetta Drive-In (Monetta, S.C.), Ocala Drive-In (Ocala, Fla.), Starlite Drive-In (Cadet, Mo.) and Stateline Drive-In (Elizabethton, Tenn.)—a new digital projector along with the first five theater winners—99W Drive-In (Newberg, Ore.), Cherry Bowl Drive-In (Honor, Mich.), Graham Drive-In (Graham, Texas), McHenry Outdoor Theater (McHenry, Ill.) and Saco Drive-In (Saco, Maine)—announced last week. More than 2.6 million votes at www.projectdrivein.com determined the total of nine winning theaters.
"It's not often that a company gets the opportunity to help preserve an American pastime. It has been an honor and a privilege to bring national and local attention to the fate of drive-ins and to meet the passionate owners of these small businesses," said Alicia Jones, manager of Honda & Acura social marketing at American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "We hope that the #SaveTheDriveIn movement continues in the effort to help keep more drive-ins open for the next generation."
Beyond supplying digital projectors, Project Drive-In raised more than $43,000 at the Save the Drive-In Fund at Indiegogo (http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/project-drive-in-save-the-drive-in-fund). Those dollars helped to purchase one of the four projectors awarded today and this fundraising effort will continue through the end of the year in hopes of raising further money to support more digital conversions.
To tell the story of participating drive-ins, a video debuts today revealing the emotional reactions and excitement of the drive-in winners and expresses the outpouring of support from nearby communities; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LiKS6k6LOvw&feature=youtu.be.
In addition, a Honda-donated 2014 Odyssey Touring Elite® is available on the Project Drive-In fundraising Web page for $50,000. The donation will not only award the winning bidder with the brand new Odyssey minivan, but also help fund an additional digital projector and save another drive-in from closing.
Over the past seven weeks, Project Drive-In has elevated awareness of this historic part of American cinema and car culture. The effort has received more than 651million impressions in press coverage in addition to 62 million impressions on Twitter alone. There were more than 30,000 individual online mentions across blogs, forums, etc. The effort began with a poignant video, viewed more than 1.1 million times, designed to rally Americans to help drive-ins at risk of closing because of the costly switch to digital projection, estimated at $75,000+ per screen.
Visitors to the Project Drive-In website were encouraged to share information about the program with family and friends via social media, email or texts and pledge to see one movie at their local drive-in.
All nine winning theaters will host a celebration that includes a special screening of Sony Pictures Animation's Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, in theaters everywhere on September 27.
About Honda
Honda offers a complete lineup of cars and trucks through a network of more than 1,000 dealerships in the United States. In 2013, Honda marks 40 years of the Civic model, with more than 30 years of producing automobiles in the region, which began with the Accord in Marysville, Ohio, in November 1982. Having produced more than 25 million vehicles in North America through 2012 using domestic and globally sourced parts, Honda currently operates 14 major manufacturing facilities in North America, producing a wide range of Honda automobiles, all-terrain vehicles, power equipment products, engines and transmissions.

Source: Honda News

2014 Honda Fit Debuts in Japan; U.S. Next

Our readers with children know that Christmas time can be very challenging for kiddos that have no idea about the concept of patience. They know toys are coming, and they’re excited about those toys, but waiting for their arrival is one of the most painful things they’ll do over the course of their year. And we, the wise adults, roll our eyes and think to ourselves, “You guys will get your Pokemon cards and Polly Pockets in due time. Just be patient.”

But that’s a hard thing for us to say when we adults also don’t like waiting for some things: the start of fantasy football season, the series finale of “Breaking Bad,” and the U.S. release of the 2014 Honda Fit, just to name a few.

2014 Honda Accord Specifications and Features

	Accord Sedan				Accord Coupe
ENGINEERING	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6/Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
Engine Type	In-Line 4-Cylinder	In-Line 4-Cylinder	In-Line 4-Cylinder	V-6	In-Line 4-Cylinder	V-6
Engine Block/Cylinder Head	Aluminum-Alloy	Aluminum-Alloy	Aluminum-Alloy	Aluminum-Alloy	Aluminum-Alloy	Aluminum-Alloy
Displacement (L / cc)	2.4 / 2356	2.4 / 2356	2.4 / 2356	3.5 / 3471	2.4 / 2356	3.5 / 3471
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)	185 @ 6400	189 @ 6400	185 @ 6400	278 @ 6200	185 @ 6400	278 @ 6200
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)	181 @ 3900	182 @ 3900	181 @ 3900	252 @ 4900	181 @ 3900	252 @ 4900
Redline (rpm)	6800	6800	6800	6800	6800	6800
Bore and Stroke (mm)	87 x 99.1	87 x 99.1	87 x 99.1	89 x 93	87 x 99.1	89 x 93
Compression Ratio	11.1 : 1	11.1 : 1	11.1 : 1	10.5 : 1	11.1 : 1	10.5 : 1 (5AT) / 10.0: 1 (6MT)
Valvetrain	16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC®	16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC®	16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC®	24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC®	16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC®	24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC®
Direct Injection	•	•	•		•
Multi-Point Fuel Injection				•		•
Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System	•	•	•	•	•	•
Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®)				•		6AT
Active Noise Control (ANC) / Active Sound Control (ASC)	•	•	•	•	•	•
CARB Emissions Rating	ULEV-2†/PZEV**	ULEV-2†/PZEV**	ULEV-2†/PZEV**	ULEV-2†	ULEV-2†/PZEV**	ULEV-2†
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer	•	•	•	•	•	•
* Does not apply to fluid and filter changes. Will vary with driving conditions. Please see your Honda dealer for details. ** AT 4-cylinder models are PZEV-rated in California and states that have adopted California Zero-Emission Vehicle regulations.  † MT and V-6 models are ULEV-2-rated in all 50 states.
TRANSMISSIONS	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
6-Speed Manual Transmission
Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.643, 2nd: 2.080, 3rd: 1.361, 4th: 1.024, 5th: 0.830, 6th: 0.686, Reverse: 3.673, Final Drive Ratio: 4.105	LX	Sport	EX		LX-S/EX
Continously Variable Transmission - CVT (available)
Gear Ratios: 4.123 - 0.631, Reverse: 2.645, Final Drive Ratio: 3.238	Available LX	Available Sport (w/Paddle Shift)	Available EX/Standard EX-L		Available LX-S/EX Standard EX-L (all w/Paddle Shift)
6-Speed Automatic Transmission
Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.359, 2nd: 2.095, 3rd: 1.485, 4th: 1.065, 5th: 0.754, 6th: 0.556, Reverse: 2.269, Final Drive Ratio: 3.941				EX-L/Touring		EX-L V6 (w/Paddle Shift)
6-Speed Manual Transmission
Gear Ratios: 1st: 3.933, 2nd: 2.478, 3rd: 1.700, 4th: 1.250, 5th: 0.976, 6th: 0.771, Reverse: 4.008, Final Drive Ratio: 3.550						Available EX-L V6
	Accord Sedan				Accord Coupe
BODY/SUSPENSION/CHASSIS	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
Unit-Body Construction	•	•	•	•	•	•
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension	•	•	•	•	•	•
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension	•	•	•	•	•	•
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear)	17/ 14	17/ 14	17/ 14	19 / 15	18 / 16	19/16
Front Shock Tower Bar		•	•	•	•	•
Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering	•	•	•	•	•	•
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock	2.54	2.46	2.54	2.55	2.54	2.47
Steering Ratio	13.23	13.41	13.23	13.31	13.23	13.49
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft)	38.1	39.6	38.1	38.1	37.6	39.0
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in)	11.1 / 11.1	11.5/11.1	11.5/11.1	11.5/11.1	11.1 / 11.1 (LX-S) 11.5 / 11.1 (EX/EX-L)	11.5/ 11.1
Wheels, in.	16x6.5 Alloy	18x8.0 Alloy	17x7.5 Alloy	17x7.5 Alloy	17x7.5 Alloy	18x8.0 Alloy
All-Season Tires	205/65-R16	235/45-R18	215/55-R17	215/55-R17	P215/55-R17	P235/45-R18
EXTERIOR MEASUREMENTS	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
Wheelbase (in)	109.3	109.3	109.3	109.3	107.3	107.3
Length (in)	191.4	191.4	191.4	191.4	189.2	189.2
Height (in)	57.7	57.7	57.7	57.7	56.5	56.5
Width (in)	72.8	72.8	72.8	72.8	72.8	72.8
Track (in, front/rear)	62.8 / 62.7	62.4/62.4	62.4 / 62.3	62.4 / 62.3	62.4 / 62.3	62.4 / 62.4
Curb Weight (lbs, MT/AT)	3192 / 3254	3276/3342	3267 / 3336 (EX) na / 3358 (EX-L) na / 3365 (EX-L w/Navi)	na / 3554 (EX-L V-6) na / 3559 (EX-L V-6 w/Navi) na / 3559 (Touring)	3186 / 3252 (LX-S) 3229 / 3298 (EX) 3252 / 3320 (EX-L) 3254 / 3322 (EX-L w/Navi)	3397 / 3528 3400 / 3536 (w/Navi)
	Accord Sedan				Accord Coupe
INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
Headroom (in, front/rear)	39.1 / 37.5	39.1 / 37.5			39.0 / 37.2 (LX-S)
Headroom with Moonroof (in, front/rear)			37.6 / 37.0	37.6 / 37.0	37.2 / 37.2 (EX, EX-L)	37.2 / 37.2
Legroom (in, front/rear)	42.5 / 38.5	42.5 / 38.5	42.5 / 38.5	42.5 / 38.5	42.2 / 33.7	42.2 / 33.7
Shoulder Room (in, front/rear)	58.6 / 56.5	58.6 / 56.5	58.6 / 56.5	58.6 / 56.5	58.9 / 55.1	58.9/ 55.1
Hiproom (in, front/rear)	55.6 / 54.7	55.6 / 54.7	55.6 / 54.7	55.6 / 54.7	55.4 / 48.9	55.4 / 48.9
Cargo Volume (cu ft)	15.8	15.8	15.8 (EX) / 15.5 (EX-L)	15.5	13.7 (LX-S) / 13.4 (EX, EX-L)	13.4
Passenger Volume (cu ft)	103.2	103.2	100.8	100.8	95.6 (LX-S) 93.1 (EX, EX-L)	93.1
Seating Capacity	5	5	5	5	5	5
EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES*/CAPACITIES	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
6-Speed Manual (City/Highway/Combined)	24 / 34 / 28	24 / 34 / 28	24 / 34 / 28		24 / 34 / 28	18 / 28 / 22
CVT (City/Highway/Combined)	27 / 36 / 30	26 / 35 / 29	27 / 36 / 30		26 / 35 / 29
6-Speed Automatic (City/Highway/Combined)				21 / 34 / 25		21 / 32 / 25
Crankcase (qt)	5.4	5.4	5.4	5.3	5.4	5.3
Coolant System (qt, MT/AT)	8.1 / 8.0	8.1 / 8.0	8.1 / 8.0	na / 8.3	8.1 / 8.0	8.3/ 8.3
Fuel (gal)	17.2	17.2	17.2	17.2	17.2	17.2
Required Fuel	Regular Unleaded	Regular Unleaded	Regular Unleaded	Regular Unleaded	Regular Unleaded	Regular Unleaded
* Based on 2013 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
	Accord Sedan				Accord Coupe
SAFETY	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions	•	•	•	•	•	•
Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System	•	•	•	•	•	•
Driver's and Front Passenger's Seat Belt Reminder	•	•	•	•	•	•
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)	•	•	•	•	•	•
SmartVent™ Front Side Airbags	•	•	•	•	•	•
Side Curtain Airbags	•	•	•	•	•	•
Driver's and Front Passenger's Active Head Restraints	•	•	•	•	•	•
Advanced Compatibility EngineeringTM (ACETM) Body Structure	•	•	•	•	•	•
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control	•	•	•	•	•	•
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Brake Assist	•	•	•	•	•	•
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	•	•	•	LED	•	LED
Side-Impact Door Beams	•	•	•	•	•	•
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Child-Proof Rear Door Locks	•	•	•	•
Emergency Trunk Release	•	•	•	•	•	•
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)			EX-L	•	EX-L	•
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)			EX-L	•	EX-L	•
EXTERIOR FEATURES	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature			•	•	EX/EX-L	•
Alloy Wheels	16"	18"	17"	17"	17"	18"
Security System w/ Remote Entry	•	•			LX-S
Smart Entry keyless remote			•	•	EX/EX-L	•
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers	•		•	•	•	•
Projector-Beam Halogen Headlights with Auto-Off	•	•	•	•	•	•
LED Headlights with Auto-Off				Touring	•	•
Heated power side mirrors with integrated turn indicators			•	•	EX/EX-L	•
Hood Struts				•		•
Body-Colored Rear Decklid Spoiler		•				•
Fog Lights		•	•	•	EX/EX-L	•
Chrome door handles	•	•	•	•	•	•
Chrome Exhaust Finisher	•	•	•	•	•	•
	Accord Sedan				Accord Coupe
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE	LX / LX-P / SE	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System	•	•	•	•	•	•
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System	•	•	•	•	•	•
8-inch intelligent-Multi Information Display (i-MID)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition			Available (EX-L)	Touring, available on EX-L	Available (EX-L)	Available
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®	•	•	•	•	•	•
Rearview camera w/ guidelines	•	•	•	•	•	•
LaneWatch™ blind spot display			•	•	EX/EX-L	•
Expanded View Driver's Mirror	•	•	•	•	•	•
HondaLink™ featuring Aha™			EX-L	•	EX/EX-L	•
Smart Entry w/ Engine Start/Stop Button			•	•	EX/EX-L	•
Active Noise Control (ANC)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Active Sounds Control (ASC)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Eco Assist™ System	•	•	•	•	•	•
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's Window	•	•			LX-S
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's and Front Passenger's Windows			•	•	EX/EX-L	•
Power Door Locks/Programmable Auto-Locking Doors	•	•	•	•	•	•
Cruise Control	•	•	•	•	•	•
Adaptive Cruise Control				Touring
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel		•	EX-L	•	EX-L	•
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Audio and Cruise Controls	•	•	•	•	•	•
Steering Wheel-Mounted Phone Controls	•	•	•	•	•	•
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column	•	•	•	•	•	•
HomeLink® Remote System				•		•
Center Console with Sliding Armrest and Storage Compartment	•	•	•	•	•	•
Beverage Holders, Front and Rear	•	•	•	•	•	•
Driver's and Front Passenger's Illuminated Vanity Mirrors	•	•	•	•	•	•
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror			EX-L	•
Map Lights	•	•	•	•	•	•
Sunglasses Holder	•	•	•	•	•	•
Coin Box	•	•	•	•	•	•
12-Volt Power Outlets	•	•	•	•	•	•
Lockable Glove Compartment	•	•	•	•	•	•
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release	•	•	•	•	•	•
Remote Trunk Release with Lock	•	•	•	•	•	•
Electronic Remote Trunk Release	•	•	•	•	•	•
Rear Window Defroster	•	•	•	•	•	•
Cargo Area Light	•	•	•	•	•	•
Floor Mats	•	•	•	•	•	•
Side Door Pockets	•	•	•	•	•	•
SEATING	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
Driver's Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment including Power Lumbar Support		•	•	w/ 2-position memory	EX / EX-L w/ 2-position memory	with Two-Position Memory
Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment	•				LX-S
Front Passenger's Seat with 4-Way Power Adjustment			EX-L	•
Leather-Trimmed Seats			EX-L	•	EX-L	•
Heated Front Seats			EX-L	•	EX-L	•
Adjustable Front Seat-Belt Anchors	•		•	•
Passenger-Side Walk-in Feature					•	•
Fold-Down Rear Seatback	•	•	•	•	•	•
	Accord Sedan				Accord Coupe
AUDIO SYSTEMS	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 4 Speakers	•	•
160-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 6 Speakers			EX		LX-S
360-Watt AM/FM/CD Premium Audio System with 7 Speakers including Subwoofer			EX-L	•	EX/EX-L	•
Radio Data System (RDS)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Pandora internet radio compatibility	•	•	•	•	•	•
MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) Playback Capability	•	•	•	•	•	•
MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack	•	•	•	•	•	•
SMS text message function	•	•	•	•	•	•
XM® Radio			•	•	EX/EX-L	•
HondaLink™ featuring Aha™			EX-L	•	EX/EX-L	•
USB Audio Interface	•	•	•	•	•	•
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC)	•	•	•	•	•	•
INSTRUMENTATION	LX	Sport	EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6 / Touring	LX-S / EX / EX-L	EX-L V-6
Backlit Gauges	•	•	•	•	•	•
Tachometer	•	•	•	•	•	•
Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2)	•	•	•	•	•	•
Maintenance Minder™ System	•	•	•	•	•	•
Door-/Trunk-Open Indicator	•	•	•	•	•	•
Fuel and Coolant Temperature Indicators	•	•	•	•	•	•
Low-Oil Pressure and Brake Fluid Indicators	•	•	•	•	•	•
Exterior Temperature Indicator	•	•	•	•	•	•
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) Indicator	•	•	•	•	•	•
Passenger-Side Side Airbag-Off Indicator	•	•	•	•	•	•
na = not applicable American Honda Motor Co., Inc., reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice or obligation, in colors, specifcations, accessories, materials and models.

All-New 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrid Sedan

2015 Honda Civic Type R to sire next-gen CR-Z?

Salt shakers at the ready, boys and girls. There's a rumor out of Australia claiming the next Honda CR-Z will be based on the forthcoming 276-horsepower, turbocharged Civic Type R. Apparently Honda's research and development bigwigs have been unnerved by the reception of the Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ twins and are eager to return fire.

Now, don't get too excited - Honda isn't following the Volkswagen model of offering virtually unchanged mechanicals in a different bodyshell (Beetle Turbo and GTI, for example). Instead, the report says the future CR-Z will retain its hybrid powertrain, albeit with a serious kick in the pants. A prototype is said to already be zipping around Japan with a turbocharged, direct-injected, 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine and the current CR-Z's electric motor and battery pack. With a reported 221 horsepower mated up to a seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission (say buh-bye to the CVT and six-speed manual) and the next-gen Civic platform underneath, the rumored CR-Z has all the makings of a hot hatch riot.

Of course, this all sounds wonderful. This is also the point where you should be enjoying that salt. We really like the idea of a properly hot CR-Z that can compete with John Cooper Works Mini models and the new Ford Fiesta ST, but the three-door hybrid has been such a slow seller for Honda in the US that it might not field a second generation here, no matter how improved it might be. Let us know what you think of an amped-up CR-Z in the comments. Is it a good idea, or is this one Honda model that's just too far gone?

Source: Autoblog

2014 Honda Odyssey Leading Charge in New Advanced Safety Tech

One of the things that Lemon Grove Honda dealers are most proud of when it comes to the vehicles that they sell is the top-notch safety technology that has gone into each and every automobile. The 2014 Honda Odyssey, for example, was recently named an IIHS Top Safety Pick+, the first minivan to have ever earned the distinction, so clearly safety is a top priority for Honda engineers.

2014 Honda Pilot – the Most Fuel Efficient Eight-passenger SUV

Designed as the "Ultimate Family Adventure Vehicle" and boasting the highest EPA-rated fuel economy any eight-passenger family SUV, the award-winning Honda Pilot is back for 2014 and goes on sale today with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at $29,670¹. The Pilot combines an EPA-rated highway fuel economy² of 25 mpg (2WD models), a high degree of practicality with its versatile and functional cabin, a choice of 2- or 4-wheel drive, and up to 4,500 pounds towing capability³ (4WD models), and a fun-to-drive character. Together with Honda's trademark quality, safety and low cost of ownership, the 2014 Pilot is an ideal transportation solution for families with varied and active lifestyles.

The 2014 Pilot is available in four trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L (leather) and Touring. A Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™⁴ and a Rear Entertainment System are available on the EX-L model and standard on the Touring model. The Pilot is powered by a refined 250-horsepower⁵ 3.5-liter i-VTEC V-6 engine, and is available in both 2- and 4-wheel-drive configurations. View, build and price a 2014 Honda Pilot at http://automobiles.honda.com/pilot. 

TRIM	MSRP1	EPA Fuel Economy2 (city/highway/combined)
Pilot LX 2WD	$29,670	18/25/21
Pilot EX 2WD	$31,920	18/25/21
Pilot EX-L 2WD with RES	$36,770	18/25/21
Pilot EX-L 2WD with Navi	$37,170	18/25/21
Pilot Touring 2WD with RES and Navi	$39,820	18/25/21
Pilot LX 4WD	$31,270	17/24/20
Pilot EX 4WD	$33,520	17/24/20
Pilot EX-L 4WD	$36,770	17/24/20
Pilot EX-L 4WD with RES	$38,370	17/24/20
Pilot EX-L 4WD with Navi	$38,770	17/24/20
Pilot Touring 4WD with RES and Navi	$41,420	17/24/20

Fuel-Efficient V-6 PowerThe Pilot's advanced 24-valve all-aluminum V-6 engine offers numerous friction-reduction technologies, "intelligent" Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control® (i-VTEC®) and Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM™). The VCM system allows the V-6 engine to operate in 6-cylinder mode for maximum power and in either 4-cylinder or 3-cylinder mode for increased efficiency. The Pilot's EPA fuel economy² ratings give the 2014 Pilot 2WD the highest fuel economy rating of any eight-passenger SUV and the Pilot 4WD the highest fuel economy rating (highway) for any mid-size 4WD SUV. In addition, the Pilot meets the stringent ULEV-2 (Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle)⁶ emissions rating of the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

A standard 5-speed automatic transmission features Grade Logic Control to help maintain the most appropriate gear when climbing or descending steep grades, helping minimize gear "hunting." The available Variable Torque Management® (VTM-4®) system on Pilot 4WD models adds fully automatic 4-wheel-drive capability, and features a "lock mode" that can deliver the maximum-possible torque transfer to the rear wheels to aid extraction from extremely low traction or stuck conditions.

Functional Exterior StylingBold and expressive, practical and elegant, the 2014 Pilot presents its own unique blend of function and style. The Pilot's grille and front fascia feature a distinctive 3-bar horizontal design, while multi-reflector halogen headlights and integrated turn signals contribute to the premium look. Pilot LX models are equipped with 17-inch styled-steel wheels, while Pilot EX and above models have 5-spoke, 18-inch aluminum wheels. Touring models feature an exclusive 6-spoke alloy wheel design with a high-contrast machined surface.

Eighteen cubic-feet of cargo space behind the third row seats matches or exceeds the trunk space of a typical large sedan. For maximum cargo space, the second and third rows fold flat to provide 87.0 cubic-feet of total cargo space and sufficient width for carrying 4-foot-wide items such a sheets of plywood or drywall. The cargo area also has a hidden storage well that provides 2.8 cubic-feet of additional space. The tailgate (power operated on EX-L and Touring models) features a lift-up glass hatch for convenient access to the rearmost cargo area.

Comprehensive Interior FeaturesSophisticated design, high-quality materials, advanced electronic features, and low noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for passengers in all three rows. The roomy accommodations include 16 different seating configurations for the 60/40 split-folding second- and third-row seats.

All Pilot models come equipped with a high-resolution 8-inch intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) with rearview camera display (multi-angle on EX-L Navi and Touring), iPod album artwork display, and user-loadable wallpaper function, plusBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, Bluetooth® Audio, USB connection and automatic climate controls. The Pilot EX and EX-L models include a 2GB CD Library (CD-L), while Pilot EX and above models also include a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat and tri-zone automatic climate control.

The available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™⁴ offers 60 GB of total system memory (including 15 GB allocated for user media) and voice recognition for three languages. Its hard drive can store thousands of minutes of music, which is accessible by simple voice commands using the Song By Voice™ feature. And the free FM Traffic feature provides continuous updates on traffic and incidents.

Responsive and Refined Chassis
The Pilot's rigid body structure and fully independent suspension –with MacPherson strut front and multi-link with trailing arm rear – provides the foundation for its  responsive, comfortable and stable ride and handling. The 67.7-inch front/67.5-inch rear track improves cornering capability while the 109.2-inch wheelbase facilitates a smooth ride; and a tight turning diameter of 37.9 feet aids maneuverability in tight parking situations.

Numerous advanced chassis features and components directly benefit fuel efficiency, including a variable-displacement power steering pump, low-rolling-resistance tires, and low-drag front ventilated and rear disc brakes. Finely tuned aerodynamics, aerodynamic front strakes, splash shields and inner fenders, and minimal frontal area also contribute to overall fuel efficiency.

Comprehensive SafetyUtilizing Honda's unique Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, the 2013 Pilot was rated as a "TOP SAFETY PICK by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The ACE body helps reduce the amount of crash energy reaching the passenger compartment in a frontal collision and can enhance frontal collision compatibility with vehicles of different sizes and ride heights.

Active safety features, including anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), are standard on all models. Passive safety features include 3-row side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor, driver's and front passenger's front and side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), and active front head restraints.

Developed and Manufactured in AmericaThe Pilot is produced by Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC, in Lincoln, Alabama⁷. The Pilot was designed, developed and engineered in the U.S. by Honda R&D Americas, Inc. at its R&D centers in Raymond, Ohio, and Torrance, California.

For More InformationConsumer information is available at http://automobiles.honda.com/pilot. To join the Pilot community on Facebook, visithttps://www.facebook.com/hondapilot. Additional media information including detailed pricing features and high-resolution photography of the 2014 Honda Pilot is available at http://hondanews.com/channels/honda-automobiles-pilot.

¹MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $830.00 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.
²Based on 2014 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
³Maximum towing capacity for 4WD models is 4,500 lbs. Premium unleaded fuel is recommended when towing above 3,500 lbs. Maximum towing capacity for 2WD models is 2,000 lbs. Towing requires the addition of the Honda accessory towing kit, trailer harness and hitch ball. Trailer harness is standard on Touring models. Please see your Honda dealer for details.
⁴The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ is available on EX-L models and standard on Touring models in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. (FM Traffic service only available in the United States, except Alaska). Please see your Honda dealer for details.
⁵250 horsepower @ 5,700 rpm (SAE net).
⁶ULEV-2 (Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle) models as certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
⁷Using domestic and globally sourced parts.

Source: Honda News