The 2008 Honda Pilot EX-L 4WD combines upgraded luxury features with four-wheel-drive capability for adventuring drivers for prefer an upscale set of wheels. Standard features include leather-trimmed seats that are heated in the front, special door panel inserts, and a power moonroof with a tilt feature.

The 2008 Pilot SE 4WD comes equipped with a VTM-4 (Variable Torque Management) four-wheel-drive system, which automatically switches into extreme low-traction mode when driving on ice, mud, or loose gravel. The system provides the Pilot EX-L 4WD with a towing capacity of 4,500 pounds.

Other standard features include an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, a synchronized automatic climate control system, power windows and door locks, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, cruise control, a remote entry system, and a seven-speaker AM/FM stereo system with XM satellite radio and a six-disc CD changer.

Safety features include traction control, Brake Assist, and antilock brakes, while a 244-horsepower, 3.5-liter i-VTEC V6 engine provides plenty of power. The engine links to a five-speed automatic transmission designed for fuel efficiency and smooth shifting.