When buying a used car, it’s impossible to know whether it will be the best purchase you’ve ever made, or a lemon in need of constant repairs. However, you can give yourself the best chance of finding a reliable car that will run for many years by buying a Honda.

Japanese cars always top the reliability charts. This is part of the reason why Hondas barely depreciate over five years, but you can still bag yourself a bargain if you find the right used one. We’ve complied this list of Honda models you should buy used, from sedans to pickup trucks, based on reliability according to J.D. Power.

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10 2015 Honda Odyssey

Reliability Score: 82/100

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Based on the Accord power plant, the eight-seat Honda Odyssey was born in 1995 as Honda’s entry into the MPV market. In its fourth generation, the 2015 Odyssey gained a more powerful engine that resulted in better fuel economy, and nice available features like a cool box. Even a base model gets powered windows, air-conditioning, and powered windows. Higher trims brought partial-leather trims, a powered lift gate, and parking sensors.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Spacious eight-seat people carrier
• Base trims get useful features
• The V6 engine makes light work of moving the MPV

Cons

• Higher trims can be expensive
• Clunky transmission
• Voice recognition and Bluetooth are inconsistent

9 2023 Honda Civic

Reliability Score: 82/100

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Perhaps one of the most fun sedans on the market, the Honda Civic blends practicality with sports car handling. A slightly stiff ride and responsive steering bring the Civic to life, and a seamless CVT transmission is perfect in every situation. There is a Type-R if you’re looking for a used car that can keep up with a Porsche Taycan, but this model is quick enough. Honda decided to tame the styling, but the Civic still looks energetic compared to other cars in its class.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Sporty styling
• High-quality interior
• A joy to drive

Cons

• Noticeable road noise at higher speeds
• Stiff ride
• Cramped rear seats

8 2022 Honda Accord

Reliability Score: 83/100

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The Honda Accord has been one of the best-selling sedans in America for a long time, competing with the Toyota Camry. A refined drive and frugal fuel efficiency give it an edge over more expensive German rivals, and the interior feels more premium than its price point. Crisp displays are great for viewing maps, and smartphone integration is possible via Apple CarPlay for better commutes.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Spacious cabin
• Fuel-efficient
• Lots of technology for the money

Cons

• The engine can be loud under strain
• Low seats make getting out a workout
• Big blind spots on rear pillars

7 2022 Honda Passport

Reliability Score: 83/100

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Following a makeover for 2022, this tough SUV is more stable thanks to a wider stance. It looks more capable, too, with styling queues from the Honda Ridgeline pickup, but it’s no show pony. A powerful 3.5-liter V6 and 262 lb-ft of torque give the Passport enough strength to haul up to 5,000 lbs, while an advanced torque-vectoring all-wheel drive system makes it a rugged off-road vehicle.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Advanced AWD system
• Spacious cabin
• Optimizes storage space

Cons

• Noisy at speeds
• Low MPG
• Lacks hybrid option

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6 2020 Honda CR-V

Reliability Score: 84/100

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The Honda CR-V was one of the best-selling SUVs of 2024, and it’s easy to see why. Competing against the Toyota RAV4, the CR-V is softer and quieter, and tight suspension controls body rolls in corners. It is well-equipped with standard features and a plethora of safety systems that earned the 2020 CR-V a Top Safety Pick by IIHS. It’s a brilliant compact crossover for families.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Excellent handling
• Advanced safety systems
• Good visibility

Cons

• Interior quality could be better
• Annoying infotainment system
• Noisy petrol engine

5 2016 Honda Accord

Reliability Score: 84/100

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For 2016, the popular Honda Accord got a much-needed refresh to the front and rear fascias. Sharper styling, a bold grille and LED lights modernized the exterior, while a bigger seven-inch touchscreen improves usability and compatibility with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Overall, the interior is high-quality and closer to Acura standards.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Comfortable seats
• Quick acceleration
• Fuel efficient

Cons

• No AWD options
• Questionable adaptive cruise control
• Overly-sensitive collision warning system

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4 2014 Honda Pilot

Reliability Score: 84/100

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The 2014 Honda Pilot is an extremely versatile SUV that can go anywhere. Its imposing width will taunt any vehicle it approaches. A powerful V6 engine helps push the Pilot wherever the driver chooses, and is a major contributor to the high reliability score. Inside is practical, with easy-to-clean plastic trims instead of posh fabrics, but it still provides a roomy cabin for up to eight passengers.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Can carry up to eight passengers
• Spacious third row
• Fuel efficient

Cons

• Lots of plastic trims
• 5-speed transmission is slow
• Size and weight noticeable in corners

3 2014 Honda CR-V

Reliability Score: 85/100

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Like the earlier entry, the 2014 Honda CR-V was a popular SUV for its time, and this model year is more reliable than newer versions, according to J.D. Power. There was a real focus on technology for this year, with a digital instrument cluster and read-aloud SMS messaging via Bluetooth. It might not be the most up-to-date, but this is a great value SUV that should last a long time.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Excellent reliability record
• Large cargo capacity
• Great handling

Cons

• More expensive than some rivals
• Base trims can be bare
• Poor towing capacity

2 2013 Honda Fit

Reliability Score: 85/100

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This is a surprise entry, but the 2013 Honda Fit could live forever. It’s a shame Honda discontinued it, because it was an affordable city car that doubled as a fuel-efficient road trip vehicle. For being such a small car, it was big on features. Air conditioning, remote entry, cruise control, and powered windows came as standard on the Fit. Upgrading to the Sport trim adds carpeted floor mats, alloy wheels and fog lights. Its quirky design optimized interior space, giving passengers plenty of headroom throughout.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Fuel efficient
• Ample leg and headroom
• Affordable

Cons

• Small cargo compartment
• Feels underpowered at times
• Basic interior

1 2014 Honda Ridgeline

Reliability Score: 89/100

Marking the last model year of the first-gen pickup, the 2014 Honda Ridgeline tops our list as the most reliable Honda vehicle you should buy used. Unlike other trucks, the Ridgeline adopts a unibody construction, giving it all the advantages of a pickup while making it more comfortable for everyday driving. A lockable truck bed and dual-action tailgate differentiate the Ridgeline from its competitors, while affordable used prices and best-in-class reliability make it an appealing work horse.

Performance Specifications

Pros

• Lockable load bed
• Rides like a car
• Powerful engine

Cons

• Sluggish transmission
• Subpar towing capacity
• Lacks common pickup features