2026 Honda Pilot: Driver-Assist and Safety Tech Highlights

The 2026 Honda Pilot builds on its reputation as a family-friendly three-row SUV with a comprehensive suite of safety and technology features designed to protect what matters most. For families across Quebec, the Pilot offers advanced driver-assist systems, intuitive infotainment, and connectivity features that make every journey safer and more enjoyable.

Honda Sensing: Standard Protection Across All Trims

Every 2026 Pilot includes Honda Sensing as standard equipment - a suite of driver-assist technologies that work together to help prevent collisions and reduce driver fatigue on long trips.

Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) with Pedestrian Detection monitors the road ahead and can automatically apply the brakes if a potential collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is detected. Forward Collision Warning provides visual and audible alerts to help you react quickly.

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW) helps keep you centred in your lane. If the system detects unintentional lane drift, it provides steering assistance to guide you back. Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) provides gentle steering inputs to help you stay centred during highway driving.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) maintains a set following distance from the vehicle ahead, automatically adjusting your speed in traffic. This feature reduces fatigue on long highway drives and makes stop-and-go traffic less stressful.

New for 2026: Post-Collision Braking

The 2026 Pilot introduces Post-Collision Braking (PCB) as standard equipment across all trims. This system automatically applies the brakes after an initial collision to help reduce the severity of secondary impacts - a feature that can make a significant difference in multi-vehicle accidents.

Technology That Keeps You Connected

The 2026 Pilot features a significantly larger 12.3-inch HD colour touchscreen - 37% larger than the previous model year. The new display runs updated HMI software designed for smooth, lag-free performance and simplified navigation with fewer embedded menus.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard, allowing you to access your phone's apps, music, and navigation without cables. Three user-defined shortcuts on the left side of the screen let you quickly access your most-used features.

Google built-in provides smooth integration with Google services, while Wi-Fi hotspot capability keeps passengers connected on the road.

The 10.2-inch digital driver instrumentation display - 43% larger than before - provides clear visibility of critical driving information, including speed, fuel economy, and active safety system status.

Safety Features by Trim Level

Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body Structure

Beyond active safety systems, the Pilot features Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure - a proprietary design that helps distribute crash energy more evenly across the vehicle's frame. Combined with advanced airbag technology designed to cradle the head and offer enhanced protection, the ACE structure provides comprehensive passive safety for all occupants.

360-Degree Surround View Camera

Available on TrailSport, Touring, and Black Edition trims, the 360-degree surround view camera provides a bird's-eye view of your surroundings when parking or manoeuvring in tight spaces. This feature is particularly useful when navigating crowded parking lots or positioning the Pilot on trails.

Quieter Cabin for Safer Communication

The 2026 Pilot features a quieter cabin thanks to new semi-tempered door glass, door insulators, and a new hood insulator that reduce engine, road, and wind noise by 2-3 dB in key frequencies. Touring models add enclosed fender liners for further noise reduction. A quieter cabin means clearer communication between driver and passengers and less distraction from external noise.

Improved Steering Feel and Precision

The retuned electric power steering (EPS) system provides increased steering feel and precision across all driving modes. The improved feedback is smooth, natural, and direct, supporting driver confidence during spirited driving on winding roads. Increased on-centre weight creates a more stable, relaxed feel during highway cruising with less input required from the driver.

Experience the 2026 Pilot at Lallier Honda Hull

The 2026 Honda Pilot's combination of standard Honda Sensing, new Post-Collision Braking, advanced infotainment, and comprehensive passive safety features makes it one of the most well-protected three-row SUVs available.

Visit Lallier Honda Hull to experience the 2026 Pilot's safety and technology features firsthand. Our team can walk you through Honda Sensing, demonstrate the new 12.3-inch touchscreen, and answer any questions about how these systems work together to protect your family.