2010 Honda Pilot EX-L

The Pilot is Honda's three-row SUV, the one families cross-shop with the Highlander and the Pathfinder. It rides smoothly and steers with a car-like confidence that makes it easy to manage around town. The third row folds flat to open up a big cargo area, and the cabin is full of handy cubbies and cupholders. Owners report strong build quality and few issues, with the occasional recall handled quickly by Honda. The EX-L splits the difference between the cloth-seat EX and the fully-loaded Touring, adding leather upholstery and a power driver's seat. The 3.5L V6 makes 250 horsepower and pairs with a five-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, which gives it confident traction in snow or mud and returns 18 mpg combined. The EX-L is the trim where you first get a power moonroof and heated front seats, but you skip the Touring's navigation and rear entertainment system.