The Pilot is my first SUV after having driven mostly quick, sporty coupes.  I was looking for an SUV because my growing family had outgrown the coupe.  This is the third Honda we have owned, and I don't think we'll ever get a non-Honda vehicle because in our experience, with regular maintenance, Hondas last forever. 

As with any non-hybrid SUV, the Pilot's gas mileage is not great.  And it can feel a little bit lumbering as it goes up steep hills.  However, when it's not having to work too hard (i.e., when it's on level ground, travelling at a steady speed) the engine switches to running...