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2012 Honda Pilot

4 trims · 12 configurations · SUV

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$6,980

180 for sale · Starting MSRP $28,620 – $40,970

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★☆

4 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★
Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★☆
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 9 recalls on record

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180 live listings from $6,980 · median $38,010

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on LX

Total price (LX MSRP)

$28,620

Typical monthly

$567/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-02). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2012 Honda Pilot trims

  • LX

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $28,620 – $30,220
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    18/25
    Horsepower
    250 hp
    Torque
    253 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    8
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    87
    Max towing
    2,000 lbs

  • EX

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $31,470 – $33,070
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    18/25
    Horsepower
    250 hp
    Torque
    253 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    8
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    87
    Max towing
    2,000 lbs

  • EX-L

    6 configurations

    MSRP
    $34,720 – $38,320
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    18/25
    Horsepower
    250 hp
    Torque
    253 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    8
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    87
    Max towing
    2,000 lbs

  • Touring

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $39,370 – $40,970
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    18/25
    Horsepower
    250 hp
    Torque
    253 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    8
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    87
    Max towing
    2,000 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
LXgas
EXgas
EX-Lgas
Touringgas
Fuel type
LXregular unleaded
EXregular unleaded
EX-Lregular unleaded
Touringregular unleaded
Cylinders
LXV6
EXV6
EX-LV6
TouringV6
Displacement
LX3.5 L
EX3.5 L
EX-L3.5 L
Touring3.5 L
Horsepower
LX250 hp
EX250 hp
EX-L250 hp
Touring250 hp
Torque
LX253 lb-ft
EX253 lb-ft
EX-L253 lb-ft
Touring253 lb-ft
Transmission
LX5-speed automatic
EX5-speed automatic
EX-L5-speed automatic
Touring5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
LXfront wheel drive
EXfront wheel drive
EX-Lfront wheel drive
Touringfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
LXSUV
EXSUV
EX-LSUV
TouringSUV
Doors
LX5
EX5
EX-L5
Touring5
Seating
LX8
EX8
EX-L8
Touring8
Length
LX191.4 in
EX191.4 in
EX-L191.4 in
Touring191.4 in
Width
LX78.5 in
EX78.5 in
EX-L78.5 in
Touring78.5 in
Height
LX71 in
EX72.7 in
EX-L72.7 in
Touring72.7 in
Wheelbase
LX109.2 in
EX109.2 in
EX-L109.2 in
Touring109.2 in
Ground clearance
LX8 in
EX8 in
EX-L8 in
Touring8 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
LX18 cu ft
EX18 cu ft
EX-L18 cu ft
Touring18 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
LX87 cu ft
EX87 cu ft
EX-L87 cu ft
Touring87 cu ft
Max towing
LX2,000 lbs
EX2,000 lbs
EX-L2,000 lbs
Touring2,000 lbs
Curb weight
LX4,299 lbs
EX4,295 lbs
EX-L4,354 lbs
Touring4,414 lbs
Fuel tank
LX21 gal
EX21 gal
EX-L21 gal
Touring21 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
LX21
EX21
EX-L21
Touring21
City MPG
LX18
EX18
EX-L18
Touring18
Highway MPG
LX25
EX25
EX-L25
Touring25

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2012 Honda Pilot FAQ

How much does the 2012 Honda Pilot cost?
The 2012 Honda Pilot has a starting MSRP of $28,620, ranging up to $40,970 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LX from $28,620; EX from $31,470; EX-L from $34,720; Touring from $39,370. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $6,980.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Honda Pilot?
The 2012 Honda Pilot achieves up to 21 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2012 Honda Pilot have?
The 2012 Honda Pilot offers up to 87 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2012 Honda Pilot tow?
The 2012 Honda Pilot has a maximum towing capacity of up to 4,500 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2012 Honda Pilot safe?
The 2012 Honda Pilot earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 9 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2012 Honda Pilot come in?
The 2012 Honda Pilot is available in 4 trims (12 total configurations) across SUV body styles with front wheel drive, four wheel drive.