The 2009 Honda Pilot is redesigned, gaining passenger and cargo space and new styling. This midsize crossover SUV seats eight, with 60/40 split folding benches in the 2nd and 3rd rows. The 2009 Pilot grows one inch wider and almost three inches in overall length and wheelbase compared to the 2003-2008 model. LX, EX, EX-L, and upscale Touring models are offered, all with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The sole powertrain is a 250-hp 3.5-liter V6 and a 5-speed automatic transmission. All Pilots get Honda's Variable Cylinder Management cylinder deactivation, which shuts down cylinders while cruising to save fuel. AWD models have a switch that can lock in a 50/50 front/rear power split. Standard safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. A power tailgate, front and rear obstacle detection, wireless cell-phone link, and navigation system with rearview camera are exclusive to Touring models. DVD entertainment is available on EX-L and Touring. This evaluation is based on preview test drives.