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Used Honda Pilot value by year
By the DealScan team · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
A used Honda Pilot in good condition with average mileage runs from about $6,400 for a 2009 up to $31,000 for a 2024. The table below gives the fair value and private-party range for every year, and flags the 4 model years we would avoid.
Honda Pilot value for every year
Good condition, clean title, average mileage for the age. Newest first.
| Year | Avg miles | Fair value | Private party | Dealer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25,000 | $31,000 | $28,500–$33,500 | $35,650 |
| 2023 | 37,500 | $27,900 | $25,650–$30,150 | $32,100 |
| 2022 | 50,000 | $25,100 | $23,100–$27,100 | $28,850 |
| 2021 | 62,500 | $22,600 | $20,800–$24,400 | $26,000 |
| 2020 | 75,000 | $20,350 | $18,700–$22,000 | $23,400 |
| 2019 | 87,500 | $18,300 | $16,850–$19,750 | $21,050 |
| 2018 | 100,000 | $16,450 | $15,150–$17,750 | $18,900 |
| 2017 | 112,500 | $14,850 | $13,650–$16,050 | $17,100 |
| 2016Avoid | 125,000 | $13,350 | $12,300–$14,400 | $15,350 |
| 2015 | 137,500 | $12,000 | $11,050–$12,950 | $13,800 |
| 2014 | 150,000 | $10,800 | $9,950–$11,650 | $12,400 |
| 2013 | 162,500 | $9,750 | $8,950–$10,550 | $11,200 |
| 2012 | 175,000 | $8,750 | $8,050–$9,450 | $10,050 |
| 2011Avoid | 187,500 | $7,900 | $7,250–$8,550 | $9,100 |
| 2010Avoid | 200,000 | $7,100 | $6,550–$7,650 | $8,150 |
| 2009Avoid | 212,500 | $6,400 | $5,900–$6,900 | $7,350 |
How much mileage moves the price
Using a 2016 Pilot as the example. The same spread applies at every year on the table above.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 85,000 | $15,900 | $14,650–$17,150 |
| Average mileage | 125,000 | $13,350 | $12,300–$14,400 |
| Higher mileage | 170,000 | $10,450 | $9,600–$11,300 |
Which years to avoid
- 2016 (2016): First-year 9-speed on upper trims shifted poorly; 6-speed trims of the same year are fine.
- 2011 (2009–2011): VCM oil burning plus torque converter shudder — the highest-complaint Pilot years.
- 2010 (2009–2011): VCM oil burning plus torque converter shudder — the highest-complaint Pilot years.
- 2009 (2009–2011): VCM oil burning plus torque converter shudder — the highest-complaint Pilot years.
What to check before you pay
- VCM cylinder deactivation (2009–2015 worst): oil consumption, spark plug fouling, vibration, and engine mount wear — many owners install VCM disablers
- 2016–2018 9-speed (ZF): harsh or delayed shifts and occasional limp mode — test drive thoroughly; 6-speed trims are safer
- Timing belt is a ~$1,000 service due every 100,000 miles — no proof means budget for it now
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