Herb Chambers Honda
2021 Honda Pilot
Now available at Herb Chambers Honda in Boston, MA
- Starting MSRP$32,550
- Horsepower280 hp
- EPA MPG19–20 city / 26–27 hwy
- Max Towing3,500–5,000 lbs

The 2021 Honda Pilot is a midsize SUV for Boston families and drivers who need flexible seating, V6 power, and useful towing capability. At Herb Chambers Honda in Boston, shoppers can explore this model across seven trims, from the $32,550 LX to the $50,220 Black Edition, with seating for 7–8 passengers depending on configuration. The Pilot pairs a 3.5-liter V6 with a 9-speed automatic transmission and offers 280 horsepower, regular-unleaded fuel, and up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity. This page brings together the model’s pricing, dimensions, efficiency, cargo space, and trim-specific figures so Boston-area shoppers can compare the lineup before contacting the dealership.
- Starting MSRP
- $32,550
- Horsepower
- 280 hp
- EPA MPG
- 19–20 city / 26–27 hwy
- Max Towing
- 3,500–5,000 lbs
- Seating
- 7–8 seats
- Fuel
- Regular Unleaded
- Body Style
- SUV
2021 Honda Pilot trims and pricing
Pricing spans seven trims, with starting MSRPs from $32,550 to $50,220. MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.
| Trim | Horsepower | EPA MPG (city / hwy) | Max Towing | Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 280 hp | 20 / 27 | 3,500 lbs | $32,550 |
| EX | 280 hp | 19 / 26 | 5,000 lbs | $37,230 |
| EX-L | 280 hp | 19 / 26 | 5,000 lbs | $40,660 |
| SE | 280 hp | 19 / 26 | 5,000 lbs | $41,260 |
| Touring | 280 hp | 20 / 27 | 3,500 lbs | $43,520 |
| Elite | 280 hp | 19 / 26 | — | $48,720 |
| Black Edition | 280 hp | 19 / 26 | 5,000 lbs | $50,220 |
Starting MSRP excludes tax, title, registration, and dealer fees.
The LX starts at $32,550 and seats 8, with 20 city MPG, 27 highway MPG, 3,500 pounds of maximum towing, and 16.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. The EX begins at $37,230 and changes to 19 city MPG, 26 highway MPG, and 5,000 pounds of maximum towing. At $40,660, the EX-L seats 8 and retains the EX’s 19/26 MPG figures, 5,000-pound towing capacity, and 16.5 cubic feet of rear cargo space. The SE starts at $41,260 and shares those listed figures. The Touring starts at $43,520 and returns to 20 city MPG, 27 highway MPG, and 3,500 pounds of maximum towing. The Elite starts at $48,720 with 19 city MPG and 26 highway MPG. The Black Edition starts at $50,220, seats 7, offers 5,000 pounds of maximum towing, and has 16 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats.
Specifications and configuration
The 2021 Honda Pilot uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 3,471 cc of displacement, 280 horsepower, and 262 lb-ft of torque. Peak power arrives at 6,000 rpm, while peak torque arrives at 4,700 rpm. Power is sent through a 9-speed automatic transmission, and the engine uses regular unleaded fuel.
Across the lineup, city fuel economy ranges from 19 to 20 MPG and highway fuel economy ranges from 26 to 27 MPG. Maximum towing ranges from 3,500 to 5,000 pounds, while curb weight ranges from 3,982 to 4,319 pounds. The Pilot measures 196.5 inches long, 78.6 inches wide, and 70.6 inches high, with a 111-inch wheelbase and a 19.5-gallon fuel capacity. Cargo space behind the rear seats ranges from 16 to 16.5 cubic feet.
Buying a 2021 Honda Pilot in Boston
Herb Chambers Honda serves Boston from 720 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA 02122. Shoppers can search inventory for current Honda vehicles and review the store’s online options before planning a visit. Inventory changes over time, so live listings are the best way to check current vehicles and configurations.
For a broader search, shoppers can review all inventory, used vehicles, and certified Honda options through the dealership’s online shopping tools. New and used sales specials, service scheduling, service specials, parts specials, pre-approval, and trade-in resources are also available through Herb Chambers Honda.
What to weigh before buying
Trim selection changes the Pilot’s starting price, fuel-economy figures, maximum towing capacity, seating, and rear cargo space. The LX emphasizes the lowest entry price and 8-passenger seating, while the Black Edition reaches the top of the lineup with 7-passenger seating, 5,000 pounds of maximum towing, and 16 cubic feet of rear cargo space.
Fuel economy and towing do not move together across the lineup: the Touring reaches 20 city MPG and 27 highway MPG while listing 3,500 pounds of maximum towing, whereas several trims list 5,000 pounds and 19 city MPG with 26 highway MPG. Comparing the intended passenger count, cargo needs, and towing requirement can help narrow the seven-trim range.