Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6)
The third-generation Honda Pilot adopted a refined, crossover-inspired design built around Honda's ACE body structure, offering standard Honda Sensing active safety and a smooth Earth Dreams direct-injected V6.
Generation Quick Facts: The Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6) was manufactured from 2016 – 2022 (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 model years) as a suv. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 280 to 280 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 22.0 MPG combined (3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed)).
Power range
280 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.3 s
Best combined
22 MPG
Length
4.99 m
01Decision support
Which Pilot III (YF5/YF6) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed)
22.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 0% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Pilot III (YF5/YF6).
Performance · quickest
3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed)
0–100 km/h in 6.3s · 280 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed)Petrol | 3.5L V6 FWD (6-Speed)Petrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | J35Y6 Earth Dreams | J35Y6 Earth Dreams |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 3.5L (3,471 cc) | 3.5L (3,471 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 280 hp / 209 kW | 280 hp / 209 kW |
| Torque | 355 Nm / 262 lb-ft | 355 Nm / 262 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.3 s | 6.5 s |
| Top speed | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 185 km/h (115 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) |
| Highway | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Combined | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100km) | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,955 kg (4,310 lbs) | 1,838 kg (4,052 lbs) |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2016-2022 | 2016-2020 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,991 mm
196.5 in
Width
1,996 mm
78.6 in
Height
1,794 mm
70.6 in
Wheelbase
2,820 mm
111.0 in
Curb weight spans 1,838–1,955 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Pilot III (YF5/YF6): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6)?
The Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6) lineup offers 2 petrol: 3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed) (280 hp), 3.5L V6 FWD (6-Speed) (280 hp).
How quick is the Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed), accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3s, reaching a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph) with the 3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed).
What is the most fuel-efficient Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6) trim?
The 3.5L V6 AWD (9-Speed) delivers the highest fuel economy at 22.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 22–22 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6)?
The Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6) was produced from 2016 – 2022, spanning the following model years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Honda Pilot III (YF5/YF6)?
4991 mm long, 1996 mm wide, 1794 mm tall on a 2820 mm wheelbase (196.5 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Honda PilotCertification data, 2016–2022
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2016 Honda Pilot, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Honda official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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