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HONDA PILOT SUV UNVEILED AT NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

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Khatir Soltani
In keeping with Honda's long standing commitment to theenvironment, Pilot will be a Low-Emissions Vehicle (LEV) withexcellent fuel economy, constructed with ninety percent recyclablecomponents.

The Pilot's exterior was designed to be bold and distinctive withclassic SUV proportions, a wide, strong stance, upright roof pillarsand a large greenhouse area with panoramic views for all occupants.Careful attention to body shape and utilization of underbody strakeshelp to make Pilot the most aerodynamic SUV in its class, improvingon performance and fuel economy.

Designed from the inside out for optimal utility, the interiorfeatures 60/40 split folding second- and third-row seats that convertto accommodate up to eight passengers and a wide variety of cargoitems. With the widest wheel track in its class and a flat cargofloor, the Pilot boasts the largest and most versatile passenger andcargo carrying capability in its class.

Highlighting the Pilot's instrument panel is a sporty, beveled,three-gauge center instrument cluster inspired by a precisionchronograph design. Complimenting the instrument panel's sportyappearance is a silver-trimmed steering wheel with controls for the7-speaker AM/FM/CD/Cassette Stereo and cruise control. A clean andfunctional center panel stack incorporates the air conditioning andstereo controls along with the optional Satellite-Linked NavigationSystem or Honda DVD Rear Entertainment System. The column-mountedshift lever provides for a large, unobstructed center console area,in keeping with the vehicle's functional design theme.
Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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