All New Honda SUV Is Rugged, Versatile and InnovativeDetroit - American Honda Motor Co., Inc.today unveiled a pre-production version of its Pilot sport-utilityvehicle at the 2002 North American International Auto Show. Scheduledfor release as a 2003 model at dealers nationwide this summer, thePilot is an all new Honda-designed and built SUV that combines therugged versatility of traditional sport-utilities with the quality,refinement and innovative design that is the hallmark of all Hondavehicles.
Developed under the theme of the "Ultimate Family AdventureVehicle," the Pilot delivers best-in-class interior space withtheatre-style seating for up to eight passengers, along with advancedHonda VTEC V-6 power, sophisticated four-wheel drive technology andfive-star safety performance, making Pilot the best all-aroundperformer in its class.
"We think this vehicle strikes at the heart of what many peopleare looking for in a family-sized SUV," said Dick Colliver, executivevice president of American Honda. "The Pilot delivers all the utilityand versatility that people expect from their SUV with the addedbenefits of Honda's world-class quality, durability and innovativedesign."