Last Updated on January 1, 2023 by Team Autoive
2023 Honda Pilot: Every Pilot comes with a redesigned 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 285 horsepower and 263 pound-feet of torque.
2023 Honda Pilot: Drivetrain and Chassis Highlight:
- Redesigned 3.5-liter V6 Engine
- 285 HP, 263 lb-ft Torque
- 2nd Generation 10-speed automatic transmission
- 2nd Generation iVTM-4 AWD System
- Available on all trims, Standard on Transport, Elite
- Intelligent traction management system (2WD models ) with 5 driving modes
- Add 2 additional driving modes: Trail and Sand
- Drivetrain & Chassis improvements
2nd Generation 10-speed Automatic Transmission:

made it to Honda’s second-generation 10-speed automatic transmission. This combination provides plenty of acceleration power as well as lots of low-end torque for off-highway driving and towing.
2nd Generation iVTM-4 AWD System:

And for the best performance whether on-road or off Honda’s new Second Generation iVTM-4, an all-wheel-drive system is available on all trims but is standard on Trailsport and Elite.
The Trailsport iVTM-4 optimizes torque distribution to help the driver maintain control in every driving situation.
Honda really wanted to make sure drivers could optimise the new Pilot’s capabilities no matter the conditions.
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Intelligent Traction Management System:
So the intelligent traction management system on two-wheel drive Pilots Now features five modes including a new Sport and Tow modes.
Add 2 additional driving modes: Trail and Sand:

All-wheel drive models go even further with two additional modes for off-road performance Trail and Sand
Really, no stone was left unturned when it came to redesigning the Pilot to be the most capable, best-performing three-row SUV Honda could make.
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Drivetrain & Chassis improvements:

The steering is tighter with the quick response the brakes are bigger the chassis stiffer yet the ride is even quieter and more comfortable.
The pilot Trailsport is a legitimate off-road capable SUV and with every Improvement, Honda added to the Trailsport was designed to support this mission.
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