Engine/Chassis Features

9-Speed Automatic Transmission with Paddle Shifters

What’s the Benefit?
Honda’s 9-speed automatic delivers exceptionally strong and smooth acceleration and immediate response.  Plus, its paddle shifters offer the driver an even more engaging experience.

The Feature:
All Pilot trims feature a 9-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.

  • This remarkably compact unit provides strong acceleration while still allowing impressive EPA fuel-economy ratings.
  • Response is enhanced by a shift-management program that allows multiple-gear downshifts when powerful thrust is called for.
  • Paddle shifters let drivers take over the shifting decisions when they so desire.
  • And the shift-by-wire system allows drivers to operate the transmission with push-button ease while freeing the console area of a shift lever.