Honda Pilot Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Pilot meets most of our expectations for a good small SUV with lots of utility while returning relatively good gas mileage compared to competition see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Known as a quality vehicle that will last without major recalls or repairs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Reliability and function are most importnat to me and this suv had lots of both. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Known as a quality vehicle that will last for years without major recalls and it has one of the lowest costs of ownership. 3 of the top 10 on the list are hondas. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Honda has always been a reliable brand see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Better resale value and reputation for reliability see full Honda Pilot review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Honda pricing practices a very good. see full Honda Pilot review |
2004 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rated tops by consumer reports and friends. see full Honda Pilot review |
2003 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Honda has the best reliability reputation and the highest resale of any non-luxury auto brand see full Honda Pilot review |
Honda Pilot Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Honda's has a great reputation, so design your car to fit a 6'5" person and I'll buy one, okay, get a touch screen navigation system, move the glove box above the knees, and kill the road noise - and more beige interior choices. see full Honda Pilot review |
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
German manufacturer. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2003 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Volkswagen is a very reputable manufacturer see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
It's been interesting to see the mixed reactions I get when people learn that I bought a VW. I'm known for my research-minded ways when it comes to big decisions, so I think the reliability (or lack thereof) reputation that Volkswagen has caused people to be surprised by my purchase. But for as many horror stories that I've read or heard, I've also heard from many owners who swear by and love their VWs and have had minor to no issues. Given how in love with my car I am after just one week...I get why VW owners love their cars (but, I'll admit, I still have my fingers crossed that I won't be plagued with too many quirks or issues). see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
VW/Audi has a reputation of poor reliability and expensive to service. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm a little worried about how it'll hold up, due to VW's reputation. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
That people automatically assume that all VWs are unreliable just because they had problems with their cars in the late 90s/early 00s. The new Jetta and Rabbit are MUCH better than they used to be. The TDIs especially are very reliable. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
VW gets a bad reputation for reliability and quality though they build an excellent vehicle in terms of safety, handling and fun to drive. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
More work is needed to convince public that VW is a reliable brand. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2003 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
Image of a good car, well built, good handling with lackluster dealer service leads to uninspiring owner experience for many. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
Average car see full Volkswagen Jetta review |