Take a ride with us as we test drive the refreshed 2026 Honda Pilot Black Edition. We break down the key features, new tech, and practical details you’ll want to know before getting behind the wheel.
Walkaround of the new Black Edition exterior design and features
Smart entry, hands-free tailgate, and flexible seating configuration
Digital displays, Google integration, wireless charging, and advanced connectivity
Drive modes, all-wheel drive capability, and driver assistance systems
360° camera, trail mode, safety tech, and thoughtful conveniences throughout
Learn More: https://www.smailhonda.com/blog/exploring-all-new-features-in-the-2026-honda-pilot-black-edition/
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nobody talks about it and i mean nobody but when you remove the middle seat the 3rd row people can extend their legs in the empty area without bothering anyone. so on long trips they are not all bunched up. I have a 2025 pilot elite with brown interior and we love it.
I am looking into buying a Honda Pilot. This is an amazing, thorough review about all of the features on this SUV. This is the best video! Thank You!
Spare tire?
Not sure if i missed it but is there a spare tire for the pilot?
Must. Build. Same size. Of. a. Chevrolet Tahoe. Yes. You. Can. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰💝
You guys need to operate a car much better when showing interior storage – almost ripped off the front seat rear storage. Get with it gents!
Looks like certain exterior colors for the 2026 the fake exhaust covers in the rear are black instead of chrome. I want to find out if those are the same size as the 2025 so I can swap mine out.
Great video! How many 25 kg bags do you think would fit in the trunk with all 3 rows up?
Does the Honda Pilot Elite do the unlock thing when you put your hand on the handle?
does it still have that annoying idle engine stop system when at a full stop??
We had a 2022 Honda Pilot AWD Touring, and it was very fun and smooth to drive and we had very experience with it. But sadly I had a accident with it and the car got totaled. But hopefully soon we can shop for the 2026 Pilot Black Edition it's really cool and has amazing features! To be honest Honda Pilots are the best SUVS out there.
Oddly the rear Honda emblem in the back is chrome! 🤦♂️
This is a very nice suv.
1:45 awwww you had to put your hand through the handle to unlocky???? that must have been terrible for you!
This guy is like Honda Pro Jason. Knows his stuff!
Seriously, is this the camera? It’s so tiny I’m worried it’ll get lost in the cup holder! I was expecting a full IMAX rig, maybe some heavy-duty Jibs, or at least something that doesn't look like a toy.
Honestly, you should’ve gone all out—laid down some dolly tracks right inside the car and had the camera gliding around like a Hollywood blockbuster.
Right now, it feels less like a professional shoot and more like we’re filming 'Honey, I Shrunk the Production'! Zuahahahahhahahahahaa
One of the best video I have ever seen!! 👍👍👍
I had a 2025 Pilot Black Edition and while I absolutely loved it, there are some things I would change/wish it had differently. I loved the Bose sound system, pano moon roof, HUD projector on the windshield, 360 camera that you can toggle on or off with the button on the right stalk, etc. I loved it. What I did dislike about it was the fake exhaust, I can't stand fake exhausts on cars and I was planning on having an exhaust shop install a real, nice sounding exhaust. The flat black plastic around the fenders, it's ugly af and cheap and lazy on the manufactures part and has no business existing on a fully loaded vehicle. The fake engine noise pumped in through the speakers is actually kind of insulting and dumb. Why would I want fake engine noises played through my speakers and not just hear the engine and exhaust naturally? I disconnected the device that enables this feature, I very much disliked the artificial engine noise. I would eliminate VCM if I could, although not noticeable when it engages/disengages, I heard it causes mechanical problems down the road. I also removed the stupid "aero" under tray, I think it actually does the opposite of what the manufacturer claims it does. When I removed it, my total range after filling up actually went up by about 30 miles, consistently. Mind you, most of my driving is expressway driving to work and the aero tray didn't weigh very much anyway. With the exception of those few things, this car is very capable and comfortable for hauling the family or the crew, especially for long road trips! If you can look past the "fake" features or don't really care, this car is awesome! Definitely recommend getting a model that at least has the Bose sound system, it sounds great! I'd still have my Pilot today if someone hadn't hit my car and fled 4th of July weekend.
Edit: I forgot to mention, I also didn't like that, although you can remove the middle seat and leave the center row empty, and that's awesome, that leaves the middle row passengers without armrests. Even though that center seat folds down to provide cup holders, it sits way too low to be true armrests. So the Pilot doesn't offer true captains chairs for the second row which wasn't a deal breaker for me but did always bug me especially considering that lots of other vehicles offer a removable center seat and still offer fold down arm rests like Honda's very own Odyssey.
The second row console should have a top cover. The cup holders are exposed when the seats are folded down. I'm a pet owner and love the cargo space. However, If you have pets in the back cargo area they will step all over and into the cup holders possibly scratching or breaking the console and getting paws caught and causing injury. Should have a flip console cover like the front. The only problem I had and didn't buy it. I made the suggestion to the dealer but you know how that goes heh.
Great presentation guys! The black addition is my next buy. Thank You
I have a 2025 Black Edition. Honda still hasn't fixed one of my pet peeves in the 2026 model year. Black badging everywhere except the Honda logo on the rear hatch– that's chrome. It's especially inexcusable when Honda carries the black logo in their parts department. It was one of the first things I purchased and installed on my Pilot. Come on Honda– have some attention to detail. It's a $55,000 SUV and buyers deserve better…
I do have
I'm from & born in south West PA love it and miss it been away a while
I love this. That store away center console is amazing. If only they had a Hybrid engine to help with MPG
They should adapt amber lights like passport 26
those tail pipe tips are fake though.
As someone who's never owned a Honda Pilot, this review made me want to buy one. Very detailed and thorough. Exactly what I've been searching for. Thank you!