Mid-size three-row SUVs like the 2024 Honda Pilot are popular with families, due in no small part to their roomy cabins, which provide equal space for both people are cargo. Right now, buyers are spoiled for choice, and it's hard for an SUV to stand out from the crowd. The Pilot's boxy look doesn't—nor do its features or capabilities. Under its hood is a 285-hp V-6 engine and a 10-speed automatic; all-wheel drive is optional but the Pilot's standard setup drives the front wheels. For those who plan to venture off-road, there's a hunkier-looking TrailSport model that gets more ground clearance, all-terrain tires, and underbody protection skid plates. Most buyers will end up with one of the Pilot's mid-range trims though, and they'll find it's a pleasant SUV in which to run errands or tackle road trips. The Pilot's refined road manners, smooth-running V-6 engine, and modern tech make it a good choice among mid-size crossovers, but rivals such as the Kia Telluride, the Hyundai Palisade, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee L all offer similar—and in some cases, more upscale—packages.