2021 Honda Pilot Release Date & Available Trim Levels

There’s going to be a new Honda Pilot for the 2021 model year, with a few enhancements coming to the midsize crossover utility vehicle. For starters, the 9-speed transmission, paddle shifters and Idle Stop features will be standard across the board for the updated vehicle, while dual-zone automatic climate control has been added to the LX trim level. Perhaps the most exciting news ahead of the vehicle’s release date, however, is the introduction of a new Special Edition (SE) trim level.

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The new trim level adds several design cues to the EX-L trim level upon which it’s built, such as black roof rails, grille, skid plate garnishes in the front and rear and 20” wheels. The trim level also adds a few features, including the foot-activated hands-free access power tailgate and wireless phone charging. To see a full list of the trim levels that will be available, including details on MSRP and fuel economy ratings, check out the table below.

Trim Level
Drivetrain
MSRP*
City Fuel Efficiency**
Highway Fuel Efficiency**
Combined Fuel Efficiency**
LX Two Wheel Drive $32,250 20 mpg 27 mpg 23 mpg
LX All Wheel Drive $34,250 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
EX Two Wheel Drive $34,930 20 mpg 27 mpg 23 mpg
EX All Wheel Drive $36,930 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
EX-L Two Wheel Drive $38,360 20 mpg 27 mpg 23 mpg
SE Two Wheel Drive $38,960 20 mpg 27 mpg 23 mpg
EX-L All Wheel Drive $40,360 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
SE All Wheel Drive $40,960 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
Touring Two Wheel Drive $42,920 20 mpg 27 mpg 23 mpg
Touring, featuring Rear Captain’s Chairs Two Wheel Drive $43,220 20 mpg 27 mpg 23 mpg
Touring All Wheel Drive $44,920 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
Touring, featuring Rear Captain’s Chairs All Wheel Drive $45,220 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
Elite All Wheel Drive $48,420 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
Black Edition All Wheel Drive $49,920 19 mpg 26 mpg 22 mpg
* MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) excluding tax, license, registration, $1,120 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.

** Based on 2021 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.

2021 Honda Pilot Elite Exterior Passenger Side Front Profile
2021 Honda Pilot Elite Interior Cabin Dashboard & Front Seating
2021 Honda Pilot Elite Exterior Driver Side Rear Profile
Hopefully, all of this information gives you a good idea of what to expect from the upcoming 2021 Honda Pilot. If you think you might be interested in one of your own when they arrive, don’t hesitate to give us a call right here at Hilton Head Honda.