When you think of a large family SUV fuel efficiency probably isn’t the first thing to come to mind. The 2014 Pilot is changing the game and raising the standards for what it means to be a family adventure vehicle. Honda’s award-winning and best-in-class fuel economy family SUV gets 25 MPG* and can fit eight passengers to boot. This is the highest EPA-rated fuel economy of any eight passenger vehicle on the road. That’s saying a lot considering the standard for most eight-passengers barely push 20 MPG*.
So what makes the Pilot much better at the pump?
Honda was one of the first to develop the Variable Valve Timing and Electronic Control or i-VTEC and Variable Cylinder Management. This technology reduces friction and maximizes power and efficiency with a 24-valve all-aluminum V6 engine. Efficiency is improved with the VCM system by allowing the V6 engine to perform in six-cylinder mode, four-cylinder mode or three-cylinder mode. By doing so power and performance are never wasted.
Honda’s reputation for value has been stepped up a notch with the all-new 2014 Pilot. The best fuel economy on the road for both the 2WD and the 4WD Pilot of any mid-size SUV make the Pilot worth driving. Not only is Honda known for fuel efficiency and overall value but it’s making large strides in emissions ratings as well. The 2014 Pilot meets the tough ULEV-2 (Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle) emissions rating of the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
Grade Logic Control comes standard on all five-speed automatic transmissions. This helps maintain the proper gear when shifting to different road elevations. It minimizes the need for “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.
If you’re interested in improving your family’s fuel economy in a vehicle made for adventure and road trips then look no further than the 2014 Honda Pilot at Brannon Honda. Come see us today for a test drive!
*Based on EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
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