2015 Honda Pilot EX-L

The Pilot is Honda's three-row family SUV, the one you cross-shop with the Highlander and the Pathfinder. It drives with a smooth, steady feel that suits long highway trips, and the cabin stays quiet at speed. Inside, you get a straightforward dashboard with plenty of storage nooks, cupholders, and charging points for everyone. The third row is genuinely usable for adults, and with it folded the cargo area swallows luggage and gear easily. The EX-L skips the Touring's navigation and rear entertainment system, saving you a few thousand dollars while keeping leather, heated seats, and a power moonroof. Its 3.5L V6 makes 250 horsepower and works with a five-speed automatic to move this 4,557 pounds SUV with steady, confident power, though it returns 20 mpg combined. An integrated Class III trailer hitch comes standard on the EX-L, so you can tow a small boat or camper without aftermarket work.