2024 Honda Pilot
This page covers the 2024 Honda Pilot, a SUV available in 12 trims from $37,090 to $52,480. Below you will find crash test ratings, fuel cost data, reliability scores, recall history, ownership costs, and manufacturer specifications, each sourced and linked to the original publisher.
Among 199 mid-range SUVs, the 2024 Honda Pilot earns a C for fuel cost. NHTSA rates it at 5 stars. RepairPal gives it 4.5 out of 5 for reliability. NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on file, more than the 1.8 average for SUVs.
What the published data indicates
Compared with similar SUVs in our dataset, the clearest positive signals for the 2024 Honda Pilot are high published crash-test results and an above-average RepairPal reliability rating, but the recall history needs a closer look.
- safety
- reliability
Strongest published signals
- Safety: 5-star NHTSA + IIHS TSP. Safest SUVs 2024 →
- Reliability: RepairPal 4.5/5 from RepairPal.
Limits and cautions
- There are 6 recalls on file, which is above the current SUVs average. Zero-recall cars 2024 →
- NHTSA has 83 owner complaints on file, compared to an average of 54 for 2024 SUVs. Top reported areas include ADAS / Safety Tech, Steering, Brakes.
- AAA estimates $13,584/yr in non-fuel costs for the Medium SUV class: insurance $1,873, maintenance $1,817, depreciation $5,074. These are class averages, not specific to this model.
Comparable models
- Starting MSRP
- $37,090 - $52,480
- EPA Combined MPG
- 20-22 MPG
- NHTSA Safety Rating
- 5-Star (Highest)
- IIHS Award
- Top Safety Pick
- Est. Annual Fuel Cost
- $2,000 - $2,200/yr
- Recalls on File
- 6 recalls on file
- EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
- $2,250 more over 5 yrs
- Owner Complaints
- 83 on file
- Brand Origin
- Japan
How Safe Is the 2024 Honda Pilot?
With both a 5-star NHTSA rating and an IIHS TSP designation, the 2024 Honda Pilot has passed the two most rigorous crash test programs in the United States. Among SUVs, 82% earned the top NHTSA score. Source: NHTSA.
Overall Safety
82% of SUVs share this top rating
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frontal Crash | |
| Side Crash | |
| Rollover |
Rollover Risk: 14.3%
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Crash Imminent Braking | Standard |
| Dynamic Brake Support | Standard |
NHTSA evaluates frontal, side, and rollover performance. IIHS adds small overlap and roof strength tests. Both sets of results are shown here.
How Did the 2024 Honda Pilot Perform in IIHS Crash Tests?
IIHS awarded the 2024 Honda Pilot a TSP designation, which requires good or acceptable ratings in all crashworthiness categories plus effective front crash prevention. IIHS tests are independent of NHTSA and use different crash configurations. Source: IIHS.
| Test | Rating |
|---|---|
| Small Overlap Front | G Good |
| Moderate Overlap Front | A Acceptable |
| Side | G Good |
| Headlights | G Good |
| Front Crash Prevention (Pedestrian) | G Good |
| Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) | G+ Good+ |
IIHS vehicle class: Midsize SUVs
Crash tests measure how a vehicle performs in a collision. Recall data reveals whether the manufacturer or NHTSA has found safety defects requiring correction.
Does the 2024 Honda Pilot Have Any Recalls?
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on file for the 2024 Honda Pilot, affecting ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES, STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK. This is more than the 1.8 average for SUVs. A higher recall count does not necessarily indicate a less safe vehicle. It may reflect a manufacturer's responsiveness to potential issues. Repairs are free at authorized dealers. Source: NHTSA.
6 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES, STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK
Most recent: January 2026
Units affected: 9,296,570
Owner-Reported Problems
NHTSA has 83 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Honda Pilot. This is above the average of 54 complaints for 2024 SUVs. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.
9 in the last 90 days · 43 in the last 12 months · most recent filed 2026-02-24
Safety-relevant complaints: At least one complaint includes crash reported, fire reported, injury reported. Review individual reports on NHTSA.gov for details.
Most-reported problem areas
- ADAS / Safety Tech20
- Steering17
- Brakes11
- Powertrain11
- Engine9
Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-03-07.
Safety data covered, the next consideration is what this vehicle costs to run. Fuel economy is where most owners feel the difference between trims.
What Is the 2024 Honda Pilot Fuel Economy?
The 2024 Honda Pilot achieves up to 22 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,000. That is $292 more per year than the $1,708 average for mid-range SUVs. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).
Ranges from 20 to 22 combined MPG depending on trim and drivetrain.
| Trim | Combined | City | Highway | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 27 | $2,000/yr |
| LX AWD GAS | 21 MPG | 19 | 25 | $2,100/yr |
| Sport FWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 27 | $2,000/yr |
| Sport AWD GAS | 21 MPG | 19 | 25 | $2,100/yr |
| EX-L 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | 22 MPG | 19 | 27 | $2,000/yr |
| EX-L 4dr SUV w/Rear Captain's Chairs (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | 22 MPG | 19 | 27 | $2,000/yr |
| EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | 21 MPG | 19 | 25 | $2,100/yr |
| EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Rear Captain's Chairs (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | 21 MPG | 19 | 25 | $2,100/yr |
| Touring FWD GAS | 22 MPG | 19 | 27 | $2,000/yr |
| TrailSport AWD GAS | 20 MPG | 18 | 23 | $2,200/yr |
| Touring AWD GAS | 21 MPG | 19 | 25 | $2,100/yr |
| Elite AWD GAS | 21 MPG | 19 | 25 | $2,100/yr |
Fuel costs are predictable from EPA data. The less visible costs, insurance, maintenance, and depreciation, are estimated by AAA for this vehicle class.
What Does the 2024 Honda Pilot Cost to Own?
Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2024 Honda Pilot ranges from $90,910 to $130,900 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Medium SUV class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.
| Maintenance | $1,817/yr |
|---|---|
| Insurance | $1,873/yr |
| Depreciation | $5,074/yr |
| Registration & Taxes | $862/yr |
| Financing | $1,815/yr |
| Total (excluding fuel) | $13,584/yr |
| Cost per mile | $0.84/mi |
With 12 trims available, the cost and equipment differences are worth examining. The comparison below shows how price, fuel economy, and features vary.
How Do the 2024 Honda Pilot Trims Compare?
With 12 trims priced from $37,090 to $52,480, the 2024 Honda Pilot offers a range of equipment levels. All trims use a Gasoline powertrain. MSRP figures below do not include destination, taxes, or dealer fees.
| Trim | Base MSRP | Combined MPG | Est. Annual Fuel Cost | Drive Type | Curb Weight | Est. 5-Year Cost | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD GAS | $37,090 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 4,030 lbs | $90,910 | ||||||||||||||
| LX AWD GAS | $39,190 | 21 MPG | $2,100/yr | AWD | 4,202 lbs | $117,610 | ||||||||||||||
| Sport FWD GAS | $39,600 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 4,313 lbs | $93,420 | ||||||||||||||
| Sport AWD GAS | $41,700 | 21 MPG | $2,100/yr | AWD | 4,488 lbs | $120,120 | ||||||||||||||
| EX-L 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | $42,400 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 4,306 lbs | $96,220 | ||||||||||||||
| EX-L 4dr SUV w/Rear Captain's Chairs (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | $42,700 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 4,266 lbs | $96,520 | ||||||||||||||
| EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | $44,500 | 21 MPG | $2,100/yr | AWD | 4,497 lbs | $122,920 | ||||||||||||||
| EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Rear Captain's Chairs (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | $44,800 | 21 MPG | $2,100/yr | AWD | 4,464 lbs | $123,220 | ||||||||||||||
| Touring FWD GAS | $46,900 | 22 MPG | $2,000/yr | FWD | 4,418 lbs | $100,720 | ||||||||||||||
| TrailSport AWD GAS | $48,800 | 20 MPG | $2,200/yr | AWD | 4,685 lbs | $127,720 | ||||||||||||||
Show 2 more trim(s)
| ||||||||||||||||||||
View full trim timeline (2024–2026)
| Trim | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport FWD GAS | $39,600 22 MPG | $40,200 22 MPG | $42,195 22 MPG |
| Sport AWD GAS | $41,700 21 MPG | $42,300 21 MPG | $44,295 21 MPG |
| EX-L 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | $42,400 22 MPG | $43,500 22 MPG | — |
| EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 10A) | $44,500 21 MPG | $45,600 21 MPG | — |
| TrailSport AWD GAS | $48,800 20 MPG | $49,400 20 MPG | $50,395 20 MPG |
| Touring AWD GAS | $49,000 21 MPG | — | $51,095 21 MPG |
| Elite AWD GAS | $52,480 21 MPG | $53,080 21 MPG | $53,495 21 MPG |
Compare Trim Costs
Select two trims and adjust your driving and financing to see how monthly costs compare. Only costs we can compute from EPA data and your inputs are shown. No estimates, no guesses.
Your driving & financing
Beyond the purchase decision, the next question is long-term dependability. Here is the reliability rating currently available for this vehicle.
How Reliable Is the 2024 Honda Pilot?
With a 4.5/5.0 reliability score from RepairPal, the 2024 Honda Pilot rates above average for mid-range SUVs. Fewer shop visits and lower repair costs are expected compared to peers. Source: RepairPal.
Honda backs this vehicle with the following warranty terms. Coverage begins from the original purchase date.
What Warranty Does the 2024 Honda Pilot Come With?
Honda provides the following warranty coverage for the 2024 Pilot. Warranty terms are published by the manufacturer and apply to all trims. Coverage begins from the date of original purchase. Warranty terms shown here reflect the most recently published manufacturer data.
| Basic Warranty | 3yr/36k |
|---|---|
| Powertrain Warranty | 5yr/60k |
| Corrosion Warranty | 5yr/unlimited |
| Roadside Assistance | 3yr/36k |
What Are the 2024 Honda Pilot Specs?
Detailed specifications for the 2024 Honda Pilot as reported by the manufacturer. Specifications may vary by trim, market, and production date. Source: manufacturer-reported data.
| Engine | 3.5L V6 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 285 hp |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded |
| Fuel Tank | 18.5 gal |
| Length | 199.9 - 200.2 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 78.5 in |
| Height | 70.9 - 72.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,030 - 4,685 lbs |
All data shown for the 2024 Honda Pilot comes from EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, manufacturers, and selected third-party references. This page updates automatically when source agencies publish new information. See our methodology page for details on data collection and verification.
2024 Honda Pilot FAQ
How does the 2024 Honda Pilot compare to other suvs?
Based on published data, the 2024 Honda Pilot has a safety grade of A, a fuel cost grade of C, and a RepairPal reliability score of 4.5/5. These grades compare it against similar suvs in its price range. No single metric tells the whole story, so we recommend reviewing each section on this page. See our Safest SUVs 2024 list.
Which 2024 Honda Pilot trim has the lowest ownership cost?
Among 12 available trims, the LX FWD GAS has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $90,910, starting at $37,090 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $130,900. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.
How much does 2024 Honda Pilot insurance cost?
AAA estimates the annual insurance cost for the Medium SUV class at $1,873 per year, or about $156 per month. This is a class-level average, not specific to the 2024 Honda Pilot. Your actual premium will depend on your driving history, location, and coverage choices. Source: AAA Your Driving Costs study.
How much does 2024 Honda Pilot maintenance cost per year?
AAA estimates average annual maintenance for the Medium SUV class at $1,817 per year. This covers routine services, wear items, and unscheduled repairs. Combined with insurance ($1,873/yr) and depreciation ($5,074/yr), total non-fuel ownership costs run about $13,584 per year. These are class averages from the AAA Your Driving Costs study.
How fast does a 2024 Honda Pilot depreciate?
AAA estimates the Medium SUV class depreciates about $5,074 per year, or roughly $25,370 over five years. On a base MSRP of $37,090, that represents about 68% of the purchase price. These are class averages and actual depreciation varies by trim, condition, mileage, and market demand. Source: AAA.
How much will I spend on gas with a 2024 Honda Pilot?
The most efficient 2024 Honda Pilot trim costs an estimated $2,000 per year in fuel, or about $167 per month, based on EPA ratings and national average fuel prices. That is about $292 more than the average for similar suvs. See our Cheapest SUVs to fuel 2024 list.
What vehicles compete with the 2024 Honda Pilot?
Based on price range, body type, and segment positioning, the closest competitors to the 2024 Honda Pilot include 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid, 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, and 2024 Ford Explorer. Each of those pages includes the same safety, fuel cost, reliability, and recall data so you can compare directly. Browse all 2024 SUVs.
How much does a 2024 Honda Pilot cost per month to own?
Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2024 Honda Pilot include about $1,132 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $167 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,299 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.
Is the 2024 Honda Pilot safe for families?
The 2024 Honda Pilot earned NHTSA's highest 5-star overall safety rating, which evaluates frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance. It also earned IIHS TSP recognition, which tests different crash scenarios. A 5-star rating does not guarantee safety in every situation but indicates strong performance in standardized crash tests. See our Safest SUVs 2024 list.
Has the 2024 Honda Pilot been recalled?
Yes, the 2024 Honda Pilot has 6 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. This is above the average for suvs. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer or NHTSA.gov to confirm whether all applicable recalls have been completed. See our Zero-recall cars 2024 list.
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Other Model Years
Data on this page is compiled from government agencies and independent research organizations. It is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, purchasing, or safety advice. Verify all data with the original source before making decisions.