Honda Pilot vs. Toyota Highlander Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Honda Pilot or Toyota Highlander reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Honda Pilot and the Toyota Highlander truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Honda Pilot and the Toyota Highlander were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Honda Pilot and the Toyota Highlander have been recently.
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Honda Pilot Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Honda Pilot
blog comments powered by DisqusWhat Our Members Are Saying about Honda Pilot Reliability and Durability
| Reliability and Durability of the Honda Pilot: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Consumer reports show excellent reliability, and resale value is high. |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Personal history & research |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Honda offers very reliable vehicles and I know first had as I typically do many of the maintenance items. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
HOnda just has a good rep |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
honda quality and resale value. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The previous style has been around for 5 years and the results are strong, so the new one should be just as reliable and dependable. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
THis suv is an excellent driving auto. There is a ton of room and perfect for my family of 4. The 3rd row seats are an excellent addition so family and friends can go in one car. THe interior is well thought out and ergonomic. Its an excellent suv. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Its a Honda, they are always rated very high in all the publications i subscribe to |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Bulletptoof when compared to the majority of the market offerrings. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very high build quality-although we have a transmission leak. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rated highest by CU family member works in maintance and claimed that repairs were very low. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Better reputation for Honda than for Ford. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Its a Honda |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Trust the way honda builds vehicles. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
40 monthes in a row never had a single problem |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Has 50K and have only had to do routine maintance |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
typical of all Hondas - bulletproof. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Pilot has had few problems after the first model year. Interestingly, ours has not held up as well as I would have expected. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I bought preowned certified at 48K mi and I am 98 now with no money spent on anything but maint. Nuff said. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
HONDA RELIABILITY |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3-1/2 years, 22,000 miles, never saw a garage for any repairs. Astounding reliability, second to none. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Much better than the Town and Country we are replacing. Hopefully new enough to be beyond the transmission problems I have heard of on earlier model years. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
never breaks down. will be able to have for 10 years |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
All normal, scheduled maintenance requirements are easily performed my the owner. Abundant DIY and How-to papres on the internet. Most parts available on the internet at 1/2 dealer price. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Be it a 5 minute drive to the store, a 100 mile work commute, or a 2,800 mile road trip, this vehicle has been nothing less than reliable. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
65k miles, without any repairs. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
46k trouble free miles |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
At over 5 years age and purchased new, we have had no major breakdowns and only one major recall to adjust the transmisson oil jet for 2nd gear. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
No break downs or surprise maintanence bills |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Initially for 80,000 km or 48,000 mi it was great since hen there has been a gradually deterioration with parts breaking and some no longer working. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Its a Honda! Regular maintenance provides you with a vehicle that can always be counted on. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very few repairs in 140,000 miles |
What Our Members Are Saying about Toyota Highlander Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the Toyota Highlander.
