2010 Honda Pilot: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 Honda Pilot is a light carryover from 2009, not a redesign or broad refresh. The main change is that satellite radio became standard on the EX-L, while several upper trims received an upgraded power driver’s seat.
About the 2010 Honda Pilot
2nd generation (2009-2015), second model year after the 2009 redesign.
Honda positioned the Pilot as a family SUV with real cargo room and a tougher, more traditional SUV look than many car-based crossovers. The core appeal was simple: three rows with seating for eight, flexible cargo space, useful towing hardware, and smoother road manners than a truck-based SUV. In Honda’s own marketing, it was the do-everything family tool for road trips, carpools, and hauling gear without giving up everyday comfort.
The 2010 Pilot is a three-row, eight-passenger family SUV with a 250-hp V6 and four trim levels. The EX adds everyday comforts such as tri-zone climate control, while the EX-L brings leather, heated front seats, a moonroof, and a rearview camera. The Touring is the road-trip-focused version, with navigation, Bluetooth, a power tailgate, and a premium audio system.
What changed, by category
2010 Honda Pilot specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 250 hp | 250 hp | 250 hp |
| Torque | 253 lb-ft | 253 lb-ft | 253 lb-ft | 253 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4500 lb | 4500 lb | 4500 lb | 4500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 87 cu-ft | 87 cu-ft | 87 cu-ft | 87 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.1 in | 32.1 in | 32.1 in | 32.1 in |
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 Honda Pilot a major update over the 2009 model?
No. The 2010 Honda Pilot largely carries over the second-generation design introduced for 2009. Its notable revisions are limited to equipment changes on upper trims.
What changed on the 2010 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2010 Pilot EX-L gained standard satellite radio and a 10-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar adjustment, replacing the previous 8-way seat.
Did the 2010 Honda Pilot get a different engine or transmission?
No. The 2010 Pilot kept the 250-hp 3.5-liter V6 and 5-speed automatic transmission used for 2009, along with two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive versions.
Which 2010 Honda Pilot trim has navigation and Bluetooth?
The 2010 Pilot Touring has navigation and Bluetooth hands-free calling. It also adds a power tailgate, USB audio connection, premium 10-speaker audio system, and driver-seat memory.
How many people does the 2010 Honda Pilot seat?
The 2010 Honda Pilot seats up to eight people in three rows. Its second- and third-row seats fold to create more cargo room.