Does the Honda Pilot have a birds eye view?
The Honda Pilot generally offers a 360-degree top-down view—often referred to as a Bird's-Eye View—through Honda's Multi-View Camera system. Availability depends on the model year and trim level.
What is a bird's-eye view and how it works
A bird's-eye view is a top-down, stitched image created from multiple exterior cameras around the vehicle. It helps you see around the car when parking or maneuvering in tight spaces, displaying several angles on the infotainment screen such as rear, front, and side views along with a 360-degree surround view.
How to access on a Pilot
In most Pilot configurations, you access the top-down view by shifting into reverse or by pressing the dedicated camera button on the center console. The system may provide dynamic guidelines that steer with the wheel and can switch between split views, front/rear/top-down perspectives, or a full surround view depending on year and trim.
Availability by trim and model year
The following trims commonly offer the Bird's-Eye View or 360-degree camera setup, though exact availability can vary by year and market. If you’re shopping, verify the feature on the specific model year you’re considering.
- EX-L
- Touring
- Elite
Note: On some older or base configurations (such as LX), the 360-degree camera may be unavailable or require optional packages or navigation systems. Always check the official Honda specifications for the exact year you’re interested in.
What to do if your Pilot doesn't have it
If a Bird's-Eye View is not available on your model, you can still rely on the standard rearview camera and parking sensors, and in some trims you may have additional camera views (like side cameras) that aid in parking. For buyers who want the 360-degree view, consider a higher trim or verify package contents with a dealer before purchase.
Summary
Most modern Honda Pilot models provide a 360-degree Bird's-Eye View via Honda's Multi-View Camera system on mid-to-high trims, with year-to-year and market variations. If you want this feature, check the exact model year and trim on Honda’s official specs or with a dealership to confirm its availability before buying.
What is the weakness of the Honda Pilot?
A: The most common problems across these less reliable Honda Pilot years include transmission failures, excessive oil consumption, peeling paint, recurring fault codes, fuel injector failures, brake issues, and electrical problems.
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Does the Honda Pilot have a bird's-eye view camera?
360-Degree Camera System in Pilot Touring
This system utilizes strategically placed cameras around the vehicle—front, sides, and rear—to stitch together a bird's-eye view displayed on the infotainment screen.
Which pilot has a 360 camera?
The Honda Pilot has a 360-degree camera system available on higher trim levels like the Elite, Black Edition, and TrailSport models. It was also available on the top trims for the 2023 model year. For the 2025 model year, the Touring trim also includes this feature.
This video demonstrates the 360-degree camera system in the 2023 Honda Pilot: 58sHondaYouTube · Jan 23, 2023
- 2025 Pilot: Elite, Black Edition, and Touring trims come equipped with the 360-degree camera system.
- 2023 Pilot: The TrailSport and Elite trims included the "surround view" camera system. The Touring and Black Edition trims also offer the 360 camera.
- How it works: The system uses four cameras (front grill, two side mirrors, and tailgate) to create a stitched-together bird's-eye view on the touchscreen, which is especially helpful for parking and navigating tight spaces.
