Solutions for narrow driver's seat? - Honda Pilot

Stanman · 02-13-2011, 05:37 PM

I found a few threads regarding the drivers seat being too small for some, with pain and numbness. I would like to purchase a new '11 Pilot, but the upswept "wing" part of the bucket seat is hitting me in the leg and just isn't comfortable at all - my legs, especially the right, were hurting after a 20 min test drive. It was the same thing with a follow up test drive as well. I read about someone getting the foam reduced in the sides at an auto upholstery place, but has anyone else had experience with that: results, cost, durability,etc. I hate to buy a new car without certain results.

It really is an un-ergonomic seat design. We sit with our legs slightly angling out and the legs go over that rise which goes straight out. Test drove a highlander that doesn't have the rise and is more comfortable.
It just seems like a no-duh that the rise on the sides would cause trouble for some.

jpd0363 · 02-14-2011, 03:13 AM

I think if the length of the seat was extended it would offer more support. I don't have much a problem with the width, but if the seat itself had been extended in length, towards the steering wheel, it would provide the needed support that my legs seem to require.

mclairmo · 03-04-2011, 06:54 PM

I had issues at first but kept adjusting the seat until I found a good position. Maybe add a cushion to the bottom to get your butt up and reduce pressure on your legs.

rocky · 03-04-2011, 08:28 PM

I have a friend who has to get every seat on every car she buys modified to her back. Its not expensive ($200 on her Rav 4).

2010exl · 03-09-2011, 05:14 PM

Regardless of what you do, do not buy a car that is not comfortable for you.

You may just need another extended test drive, or maybe you will never be comfortable in a certain seat. Did you try both the leather and cloth seats?

Everyone is different, but in the end you will hate even the best car if you are not comfortable in it.

Me personally, I really like the seats in my Pilot and just finished a 2,700 mile round trip to Florida. I have also had cars in the past that I hated driving because of the seat.

02-13-2011, 05:37 PM	#1 (permalink)
Stanman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Illinois Posts: 2 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Solutions for narrow driver's seat? I found a few threads regarding the drivers seat being too small for some, with pain and numbness. I would like to purchase a new '11 Pilot, but the upswept "wing" part of the bucket seat is hitting me in the leg and just isn't comfortable at all - my legs, especially the right, were hurting after a 20 min test drive. It was the same thing with a follow up test drive as well. I read about someone getting the foam reduced in the sides at an auto upholstery place, but has anyone else had experience with that: results, cost, durability,etc. I hate to buy a new car without certain results. It really is an un-ergonomic seat design. We sit with our legs slightly angling out and the legs go over that rise which goes straight out. Test drove a highlander that doesn't have the rise and is more comfortable. It just seems like a no-duh that the rise on the sides would cause trouble for some.

02-14-2011, 03:13 AM	#2 (permalink)
jpd0363 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Boston Posts: 334 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I think if the length of the seat was extended it would offer more support. I don't have much a problem with the width, but if the seat itself had been extended in length, towards the steering wheel, it would provide the needed support that my legs seem to require. __________________ The difficult done immediately, the impossible takes a little longer, Miracles by appointment. Wars fought, bars emptied, tigers tamed, virgins converted, chastity belts unlocked. Sportsman specializing in tasting of sundry alcoholic beverages. Defender of orphans. All-around good guy. Almost forgot, Pilot owner!

03-04-2011, 06:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
mclairmo Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 413 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I had issues at first but kept adjusting the seat until I found a good position. Maybe add a cushion to the bottom to get your butt up and reduce pressure on your legs. __________________ 2005 LX 4wd Surco Safari Roof Basket with 3.5 inch 55 Watt lights mounted to it OEM accessory roof bars OEM nerf bars OEM rear splash guards 2006 OEM 4wd emblem Blacked out front and rear bumper garnish OEM accessory rubber cargo mat Garmin GPS Full size spare on OEM alloy rim Aftermarket tinted windows OEM accessory fog light kit OEM accessory cargo cover Silver painted grill Body colored door/side moldings Acura stainless exhaust tips KYB GR2 struts/shocks Curt 13328 Hitch

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rocky Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,175 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have a friend who has to get every seat on every car she buys modified to her back. Its not expensive ($200 on her Rav 4). __________________ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chris...19131498101662

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03-09-2011, 05:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
2010exl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 196 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Regardless of what you do, do not buy a car that is not comfortable for you. You may just need another extended test drive, or maybe you will never be comfortable in a certain seat. Did you try both the leather and cloth seats? Everyone is different, but in the end you will hate even the best car if you are not comfortable in it. Me personally, I really like the seats in my Pilot and just finished a 2,700 mile round trip to Florida. I have also had cars in the past that I hated driving because of the seat.

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