2022 Honda Pilot: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The 2022 Honda Pilot’s biggest change is a reshuffled trim lineup: Sport replaces LX and EX as the entry point, while the AWD-only TrailSport joins the range. The V6, nine-speed automatic, cabin layout, and overall structure carry over, so this is a trim-and-equipment update rather than a redesign.

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About the 2022 Honda Pilot

3rd generation Pilot (2016-2022), last model year before the all-new 2023 Pilot.

Honda positions the Pilot as a family-first three-row SUV that balances passenger room, cargo flexibility, everyday comfort, and easy V6 power. The core appeal is simple: seating for up to eight, a roomy cabin, a large cargo area when the seats fold, standard driver-assistance tech, and features that make road trips easier, like tri-zone climate control and available rear-seat entertainment. Compared with key rivals, Honda leans on space, family usability, and smooth, confident drivability.

The Sport is the new starting point, with a 280-hp V6, an 8-inch touchscreen, heated front seats, and key driver-assistance features. TrailSport adds an outdoorsy look, standard AWD, and a 0.6-inch taller ride height, while Touring focuses on family trips with navigation and a rear entertainment screen. Elite and Black Edition sit at the top with features such as a panoramic roof, ventilated front seats, and second-row captain’s chairs.

What changed, by category

Powertrain

The new TrailSport trim comes only with Honda’s torque-vectoring AWD system. The 3.5-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic carry over across the lineup.

Styling

The new Sport has black exterior accents and 20-inch wheels. TrailSport adds fender flares, black trim, unique badging, and a 0.6-inch taller ride height.

Safety

With the former LX and EX trims gone, every 2022 Pilot has blind-spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert, and Honda’s driver-assistance suite.

Tech

Every 2022 Pilot has an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. TrailSport also has built-in navigation and a wireless phone charger.

2022 Honda Pilot specs and features by trim

Feature	2022 Honda PilotEX-L5 in stock	2022 Honda PilotElite3 in stock	2022 Honda PilotSport7 in stock	2022 Honda PilotTouring4 in stock	2022 Honda PilotTrailSport1 in stock	2022 Honda PilotBlack Edition1 in stock	2022 Honda PilotSpecial Edition23 in stock
Engine	V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter	V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter	V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter	V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter	V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter	V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter	V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter
Transmission	Automatic, 9-Spd	Automatic, 9-Spd	Automatic, 9-Spd	Automatic, 9-Spd	Automatic, 9-Spd	Automatic, 9-Spd	Automatic, 9-Spd
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
MPG City	20 mpg	19 mpg	20 mpg	20 mpg	19 mpg	19 mpg	20 mpg
MPG Highway	27 mpg	26 mpg	27 mpg	27 mpg	25 mpg	26 mpg	27 mpg
Horsepower	280 hp	280 hp	280 hp	280 hp	280 hp	280 hp	280 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft	262 lb-ft
Max Towing	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb	5000 lb
Trunk/Cargo	83.8 cu-ft	82.1 cu-ft	83.9 cu-ft	83.8 cu-ft	83.8 cu-ft	82.1 cu-ft	83.8 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	31.9 in	31.9 in	31.9 in	31.9 in	31.9 in	31.9 in	31.9 in
Seats	8	7	8	8	8	7	8
Doors	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Adaptive Cruise Control
Automatic Emergency Braking
Automatic High Beams
Blindspot Sensors
Front & Rear Parking Sensors
Lane Departure Warning
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
LED Headlights
Memory Exterior Mirrors
Power Moonroof
Panorama Moon Roof
Power Close Liftgate/Trunk
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
Power Mirrors
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Entertainment & Electronics
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Rear DVD Entertainment System
Satellite Radio
Smartphone Interface
Comfort & Convenience
115V Power Outlet
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Heated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Interior Ambient Lighting
Leather Seats
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Memory Driver's Seat
Push-Button Engine Start
Rear Window Shades
Remote Start
Third Row Seat
Ventilated Front Seats

How the 2023 Honda Pilot compares

The 2023 Honda Pilot is a full redesign and the first model year of its fourth generation. The biggest change is an all-new platform that brings a stronger body, fresh powertrain, tougher design, and a far more capable TrailSport.

See the full 2023 changes

Frequently asked questions

What is the biggest change to the 2022 Honda Pilot?

The biggest change is the trim reshuffle. Sport replaces LX and EX as the entry trim, and the new TrailSport adds standard AWD, a 0.6-inch taller ride height, and more rugged-looking exterior details.

Is the 2022 Honda Pilot a redesign?

No, the 2022 Pilot is not a redesign. Its V6 engine, nine-speed automatic, cabin layout, and overall structure carry over from 2021; the main updates involve trims and standard equipment.

Which Honda Pilot trims were added or dropped for 2022?

Sport and TrailSport were added for 2022, while LX and EX were dropped. Sport became the new entry trim, and TrailSport joined the lineup between Special Edition and Touring.

Does every 2022 Honda Pilot have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?

Yes, every 2022 Honda Pilot has an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These features are standard across the reshuffled lineup.

What makes the 2022 Honda Pilot TrailSport different?

The 2022 TrailSport is an AWD-only trim with a 0.6-inch taller ride height, fender flares, black exterior trim, unique badging, built-in navigation, and a wireless phone charger. It is based on the comfort-oriented EX-L rather than being a full mechanical redesign.

2022 Honda Pilot Reviews

What owners are saying about the 2022 Honda Pilot.

4.3

2022 Honda Pilot

(4,238 reviews)

5 stars (2,068)

4 stars (1,459)

3 stars (557)

2 stars (134)

1 star (20)

“It is a comfortable and good riding car. It performs well with 8 passengers and a luggage carrier on the back.”

DEDonald E.
2022 Honda Pilot Special Edition AWD

“Great SUV with 3rd row. It has apple play and all the features you need for yourself and kids and grandparents. No need to spend more money on the Acura MDX. It would be nice to have, but Pilot has the total package.”

SGSilviano G.
2022 Honda Pilot EX-L AWD

“I appreciate the interior comfort and ease to get in and out of the vehicle, while also enjoying the features that makes the drive fun and relaxed.”

RTRobert T.
2022 Honda Pilot EX-L AWD