Marketed trim
2025 Honda Pilot EX-L
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L is trim 2 of 6 in a lineup of 6 trims. Its documented equipment centers on Leather-trimmed seating standard, Power tailgate standard, Steps up from Sport's cloth interior. The 2025 Pilot lineup is listed with 3.5L V6 across its 6 trims. The 2025 Pilot EX-L is a Three-row SUV, the same body style as the other 5 Pilot trims. The Pilot lineup is listed with one output figure, 285 hp, across all of its trims, including the EX-L. Black Edition sits above Elite for 2025; TrailSport remains the distinct off-road-oriented configuration. Yes. Honda lists Leather-trimmed seating standard as standard equipment on the EX-L.
Documented equipment
What sets this trim apart.
| # | Equipment item |
|---|---|
| 01 | Leather-trimmed seating standard |
| 02 | Power tailgate standard |
| 03 | Steps up from Sport's cloth interior |
Cost to own
What five years with the EX-L costs.
Kelley Blue Book puts the five-year cost to own for the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L at $65,483: $25,668 of depreciation and $39,815 in out-of-pocket costs, leaving a residual value of $19,282.
| Five-year cost | This trim | Across the 2025 Pilot trims KBB lists |
|---|---|---|
| Five-year cost to own | $65,483 | $63,091 to $75,265 |
| Depreciation | $25,668 | $23,790 to $31,969 |
| Fuel | $12,779 | $12,779 to $14,042 |
| Insurance | $10,385 | $10,340 to $11,035 |
| Financing | $5,446 | $5,047 to $6,784 |
| State fees | $3,056 | $2,865 to $3,696 |
| Maintenance | $6,482 | $6,482 to $6,860 |
| Repairs | $1,667 | $1,667 to $1,768 |
Standard equipment Kelley Blue Book lists for the EX-L
12V Power OutletAlarm SystemAudible Text MessagingBluetooth Streaming AudioBluetooth Wireless TechnologyClimate Control Air ConditioningCruise ControlDual Power Front SeatsFolding Rear SeatHands Free PhoneHeated SeatsHeated Steering WheelIntegrated Garage Door OpenerInterior Ambient LightingInternet AccessLeather SeatsLeather-Wrapped Steering WheelMP3 PlayerPower Driver's SeatPower OutletPower WindowsProximity Sensing Keyless EntryPush-Button Engine StartRear Window DefrosterRemote Engine StartRemote Keyless EntrySatellite RadioSmartphone InterfaceSteering Wheel ControlsThird Row SeatTilt Steering WheelTilt/Telescoping Steering WheelTouch Screen Monitor
3 items are standard on the EX-L that the Sport does not list: Integrated Garage Door Opener, Leather Seats, Satellite Radio.
Trim-specific answer desk
43 answers for the EX-L.
T01What is the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The EX-L is one of the 6 trims on the 2025 Honda Pilot, level 2 counting up from the entry trim.
T02What comes standard on the Pilot EX-L?
The Honda materials for the EX-L list Leather-trimmed seating standard, Power tailgate standard, Steps up from Sport's cloth interior.
T03Where does the EX-L sit in the Pilot lineup?
The 2025 Pilot EX-L is trim 2 of 6, between the Sport and the TrailSport.
T04What engine does the Pilot EX-L use?
The 2025 Pilot lineup is listed with 3.5L V6 across its 6 trims.
T05What body style is the Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Pilot EX-L is a Three-row SUV, the same body style as the other 5 Pilot trims.
T06Is the Pilot EX-L available with every engine offered on the model?
The Pilot lineup is listed with one output figure, 285 hp, across all of its trims, including the EX-L.
T07What changed for the Pilot EX-L this model year?
Black Edition sits above Elite for 2025; TrailSport remains the distinct off-road-oriented configuration.
T08Does the Pilot EX-L come with Leather-trimmed seating standard?
Yes. Honda lists Leather-trimmed seating standard as standard equipment on the EX-L.
T09Does the Pilot EX-L come with Power tailgate standard?
Yes. Honda lists Power tailgate standard as standard equipment on the EX-L.
T10Does the Pilot EX-L come with Steps up from Sport's cloth interior?
Yes. Honda lists Steps up from Sport's cloth interior as standard equipment on the EX-L.
T11How much can the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L tow?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's maximum towing capacity is 5,000 lb. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T12How much does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L weigh?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's curb weight is 4,497 lb. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T13How big is the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's fuel tank?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's fuel tank capacity is 18.5 gallons. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T14How long is the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's overall length is 199.9 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T15How tall is the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's overall height is 70.9 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T16What is the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's wheelbase?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's wheelbase is 113.8 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T17How much ground clearance does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L have?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's minimum ground clearance is 7.3 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T18What is the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's turning circle?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's turning circle is 37.8 feet. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T19How much horsepower does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L make?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's horsepower is 285 hp. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T20How much torque does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L make?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's torque is 262 lb-ft. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T21How much front headroom does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L have?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's front headroom is 40.5 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T22How much front legroom does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L have?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's front legroom is 41 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T23What size wheels does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L have?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L's wheel diameter is 18 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T24What size tires does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L come with?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L is fitted with P255/60HR18 tires. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T25How many people does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L seat?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L seats 8. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T26What drivetrain does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L have?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L is all-wheel drive. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T27What safety features come standard on the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L comes with an anti-theft alarm, blind-spot alert, child door locks, child-seat anchors, forward collision warning, forward collision warning with automatic braking, a driver-attention monitor, front and rear parking sensors, hill-descent control, hill-start assist, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, side-view cameras, electronic stability control, a top-view camera and traction control as standard safety equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T28What technology features come standard on the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L comes with a text-message reader, Bluetooth audio streaming, Bluetooth, hands-free calling, built-in internet access, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, steering-wheel audio controls and a touchscreen as standard technology equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T29What comfort features come standard on the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L comes with cup holders, power front seats for driver and passenger, a folding rear seat, front and rear climate zones, heated front seats, heated mirrors, leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power driver's seat, a third-row seat, a tilt steering wheel and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel as standard comfort equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T30What exterior and convenience features come standard on the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L comes with alloy wheels, cruise control, fog lights, an integrated garage-door opener, a power liftgate or trunk, a 12-volt power outlet, power windows, privacy glass, proximity keyless entry, push-button start, a rear spoiler, a rear-window defroster, remote engine start and remote keyless entry as standard exterior and convenience equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T31What options can be added to the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
KBB lists a heated steering wheel and roof rails as optional on the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T32How much does a 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L cost?
Kelley Blue Book's national base price for the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L is $44,950, rising to $47,050 across its drive and body variants. KBB lists the 2025 destination charge at $1,395.
T33What does the 2025 Pilot EX-L add over the Sport?
EX-L is the value leader in the lineup, adding wireless smartphone integration, a 9-inch touchscreen, leather-trimmed seating and a power liftgate over the base Sport. Source: Dealer research pages, read 2026-09-13.
T34What engine is in the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L is certified with a 3.5-liter 6-cylinder (SIDI). (EPA certification data, read 2026-08-06.)
T35What transmission does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L use?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L certifies with 10-speed automatic transmission.
T36What gas mileage does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L get?
EPA combined ratings for the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L run from 20 mpg (all-wheel drive) to 22 mpg (front-wheel drive).
T37What kind of gas does the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L take?
The 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L is certified on regular.
T38How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L each year?
The EPA estimates $2,800 a year to fuel the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L, at 15,000 miles a year on its certified rating.
T39What size class is the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
The EPA classifies the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L as a small sport utility vehicle 2wd.
T40Which 2025 Honda Pilot trims come with Leather-trimmed seating standard?
All 1 Pilot trims list Leather-trimmed seating standard: EX-L.
T41Which 2025 Honda Pilot trims come with Power tailgate standard?
All 1 Pilot trims list Power tailgate standard: EX-L.
T42Which 2025 Honda Pilot trims come with Steps up from Sport's cloth interior?
All 1 Pilot trims list Steps up from Sport's cloth interior: EX-L.
T43What equipment is exclusive to the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L?
Of the equipment documented for the EX-L, Leather-trimmed seating standard, Power tailgate standard, Steps up from Sport's cloth interior appear on no other 2025 Pilot trim.
This trim in figures
The 2025 Pilot EX-L: specifications and equipment.
Kelley Blue Book lists the 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L at a $44,950 base price, with 3.5-liter V6 making 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, automatic, 10-spd transmission with AWD drive.
It is 199.9 in long, 113.8 in wheelbase, 4,497 lb curb weight, and seats 8.
Capability figures listed for it: a 5,000 lb tow rating.
EPA ratings for this row: 21 mpg combined, 19 city, 25 highway.
It rides on P255/60HR18 tires and carries a 3-year, 36,000-mile basic warranty.
Compared with the Sport, the EX-L adds front rear parking sensors, heated mirrors, integrated garage door opener, leather seats, power liftgate trunk release, rear parking sensors, satellite radio as standard equipment.
Equipment the Sport lists as standard that the EX-L does not: roof rails.
Available as options: heated steering wheel, roof rails.
Model-year lineup
Every 2025 Pilot row Kelley Blue Book lists.
Kelley Blue Book lists 6 2025 Honda Pilot rows, priced from $41,650 to $56,030, with 285 to 285 horsepower, and 20 to 21 combined mpg. The EX-L is one of them.
| Trim | Base price | Engine | Horsepower | Drive | Combined mpg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport | $41,650 | 3.5-liter V6 | 285 | AWD | 21 |
| EX-L (this page) | $44,950 | 3.5-liter V6 | 285 | AWD | 21 |
| Touring | $48,950 | 3.5-liter V6 | 285 | AWD | 21 |
| TrailSport | $50,850 | 3.5-liter V6 | 285 | AWD | 20 |
| Elite | $54,530 | 3.5-liter V6 | 285 | AWD | 21 |
| Black Edition | $56,030 | 3.5-liter V6 | 285 | AWD | 21 |
Generation history, the NHTSA safety record and background on the Honda Pilot are on the Honda Pilot model page.
Live NHTSA evidence