Most Reliable Used Hondas: Top Models from 2000-2021

Let's face it - new cars are expensive. But a reliable used Honda? That's the sweet spot of value and dependability. Not every used Honda is created equal though, so here's a rundown of the most bulletproof models that won't leave anyone stranded or broke from repair bills.

This list focuses on models from 2000-2021 using data from J.D. Power, NHTSA complaints, and RepairPal ratings to separate the cream from the crop. Here are the most reliable used Hondas, ranked from good to absolutely fantastic:

8. 2013 Honda Odyssey

The last year of the pre-facelift fourth generation turned out to be the sweet spot for this minivan. Earlier Odysseys had their fair share of sliding door failures and transmission woes, but Honda mostly sorted these issues by 2013. With a decent 78/100 J.D. Power rating and fewer complaints than other years, it's the Odyssey to get for family hauling duties.

7. 2020 Honda Ridgeline

The final year of the second-gen Ridgeline benefits from that end-of-generation polish. Honda had worked out the kinks by this point, resulting in fewer complaints and recalls than earlier models. For a pickup that rides like a car but still gets the job done, the 2020 Ridgeline is the one to hunt for.

6. 2015 Honda Pilot

Being the last model of the second-generation Pilot has its advantages. By 2015, Honda had addressed most issues from earlier years, resulting in a solid, dependable three-row SUV. With only 95 NHTSA complaints (low for an SUV of this age), the only recalls were related to those pesky Takata airbags that plagued almost every manufacturer.

5. 2020 Honda Passport

The newer Passport generation has proven surprisingly problem-free, with just 60 NHTSA complaints and an excellent 4.5/5 RepairPal rating. For a rugged midsize SUV with decent off-road chops and Honda reliability, the 2020 model year hits the bullseye.

4. 2016 Honda Accord

With an impressive 84/100 J.D. Power score, the 2016 Accord stands out as particularly solid. It's also the first year Honda included their Honda Sensing safety suite as standard, giving buyers adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, and other safety tech that earlier models lacked. The perfect combination of modern features and proven reliability.

3. 2021 Honda CR-V

Honda's popular compact SUV really hit its stride by 2021. The turbocharged 1.5-liter engine offers both decent punch (190 hp) and efficiency (30 mpg combined). Being near the end of the fifth generation means Honda had worked out any early production wrinkles, resulting in an 82/100 J.D. Power score and 4.5/5 RepairPal rating.

2. 2021 Honda HR-V

With a perfect 5/5 RepairPal rating and just 39 NHTSA complaints, the 2021 HR-V is about as dependable as compact crossovers get. It's stylish, efficient, and by now has taken the bulk of its depreciation hit, making it an exceptional value proposition for used car shoppers.

1. 2021 Honda Civic

No surprise here - the Civic takes the crown with an outstanding 86/100 J.D. Power score and near-perfect RepairPal rating. The 2021 model offers the perfect blend of modern tech, reliability, efficiency, and driving enjoyment without breaking the bank. Whether it's the sensible sedan or the sportier hatchback, the 2021 Civic represents the pinnacle of Honda dependability.

The best part about all these models? They've already taken their biggest depreciation hits, so they offer tremendous value compared to their new counterparts, all while still providing many years of reliable service ahead.