2016–2022 Honda Pilot Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

Which Honda Pilot model years does this cover?

These battery specifications apply to every Honda Pilot built from 2016 through 2022 — the 3rd generation (YF5/YF6), 3-row mid-size suv (fwd or i-vtm4 awd). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2016–2022 Honda Pilot

• 2016Full redesign: J35Y6 V6 (280 hp), 6-speed standard on LX/EX, new 9-speed on EX-L/Touring/Elite, Honda Sensing available
• 2017Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration added
• 2018Carries over unchanged
• 2019Mid-cycle refresh: revised styling, idle-stop (auto start-stop) added to 9-speed trims (requires AGM battery), Honda Sensing standard across the lineup
• 2020Black Edition trim added, with exclusive exterior and interior styling
• 2022Final year of the 3rd generation; Special Edition trim on 18-in wheels

What size battery does a 2016–2022 Honda Pilot take?

BCI group 35, rated at 600 cold cranking amps from the factory. Group size is a physical dimension and terminal-position standard, so a battery from a different group may not clamp down or may put the terminals on the wrong side.

How many CCA does a 2016–2022 Honda Pilot need?

At least 600 CCA. Going higher is harmless and helps in cold climates; going lower is how a vehicle that started fine in October stops starting in January.

Does the 2016–2022 Honda Pilot need an AGM battery?

The factory battery is a conventional flooded type. AGM is a valid upgrade, but never downgrade from AGM to flooded.

Where is the battery on a 2016–2022 Honda Pilot?

Engine bay, driver side.

Does a 2016–2022 Honda Pilot need the battery registered after replacement?

Group 35 flooded battery is correct for LX/EX (6-speed) and pre-2019 EX-L/Touring/Elite without idle-stop. 2019+ idle-stop trims require an AGM Group 48/H6 battery. See the 9-speed engine entry.