What happened to my thread on "Pilot vs. MDX"?

[jay]

Originally posted by locomoco
Sorry, I guess "flamed" was too strong of a word... I was just surprised to see so many replies stating more or less the same thing.

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We're all just trying to get our post counts back to where they were before the crash.

[sfhondapilot]

Originally posted by locomoco


ANYWAY, I appreciate your replies! I mainly want the Pilot/MDX for the AWD feature (to go to Tahoe without issues). Also, I need more cargo space, since my other cars are a BMW 330i (with crappy trunk space and no folding seats) and a Miata (self-explanatory).

So cargo area is important, but either is an upgrade to what I've got.

Since I already have a sedan that I'm not giving up anytime soon, I wanted an SUV, to give me more flexibility on long trips (we have 3 dogs), and moving stuff around when need be. Maybe someday in the future, some kids will pop out, and then I'll definitely need a bigger car! Especially since I'm leasing, if one pops out in the next 3 years, at least I'll have a vehicle to handle all the extra crap I'm sure I'll be carrying around!

Well, as transportation for the canines (we have one) and as a hauler for Tahoe / North Shore visits, I'd say the Pilot.
Pilot Snow Pictures link

With the 2005 getting the sunroof as an option, the basic amenities come at a lower price point with the Pilot. As the third vehicle in your garage, whose intended use is weekend hauling, it seems to be a better fit (note the Pilot has more cargo space than the MDX).

FWIW, we have a 2004 X3 3.0, a 2003 Pilot and 2003 Matrix in our garage and we use the Pilot as the daily driver / sports team and equipment hauler.

Good luck on your search.

[JungleJim]

Don't let the "premium" gasoline sway you. You don't have to run premium in the MDX, it's only "recommended" for best performance. Many MDX owners use regular.

[mr2gator]

THe interior materials / plastics are much nicer in the MDX. And if you could swing it, the NAV is superior as well. Plus I believe they have added XM to the MDX

BUt - I chose the Pilot EX L Navi because of cost, and we have an 04 TL Nav in the garage for when I need that little bit of luxery.

If you are busy, the ACURA loaner car program is a big plus, as is the 50,000 mile warranty.

If you can afford the MDX - I would go for it.