Honda Pilot for Sale
By CarWhere Research · Updated
Looking for a Honda Pilot for sale? Verified CarWhere buyers paid a median 6.9% below MSRP (about $3,200) on new Pilots, across 48 deals from Dec 2025 to Oct 2026. The 2026 Pilot runs from $42,395 (Sport) to $55,195 (Black Edition) in starting MSRP. Enter your ZIP below to search live inventory near you.
See Pilots for sale near you
Enter your ZIP and we'll run a live search of dealer inventory within 50 miles.
Median paid vs MSRP
6.9% off
48 verified new deals
Median $ off MSRP
$3,200
Dec 2025–Oct 2026
Starting MSRP
$42,395
2026 model year
Top trim MSRP
$55,195
Black Edition
New Pilot: 2026 trims and starting MSRPs
Starting MSRPs for the 2026 model year (Pilot, 4th generation (2026 model year)) from CarWhere's trim-level data, which records the manufacturer's published prices. Destination, taxes, fees and options are extra unless a row's note says otherwise.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sport | $42,395 | excl. $1,495 destination (2026 MY); $43,890 incl. destination; AWD $44,495; launch price was $42,195 |
| EX-L | $44,695 | excl. $1,495 destination (2026 MY); $46,190 incl. destination; AWD $46,795; launch price was $44,495 |
| TrailSport | $50,595 | excl. $1,495 destination (2026 MY); $52,090 incl. destination; launch price was $50,395 |
| Touring | $51,295 | excl. $1,495 destination (2026 MY); $52,790 incl. destination; launch price was $51,095 |
| Elite | $53,695 | excl. $1,495 destination (2026 MY); $55,190 incl. destination; launch price was $53,495 |
| Black Edition | $55,195 | excl. $1,495 destination (2026 MY); $56,690 incl. destination; launch price was $54,995 |
Engines, equipment and previous-generation trims: Pilot trim levels explained
What verified CarWhere buyers paid for a new Pilot
Across 48 verified Honda Pilot purchases (2025–2026 model years, submitted Dec 2025–Oct 2026), the median buyer paid $3,200 off MSRP (6.9%). Treat that as a benchmark for the selling price before rebates, with no dealer add-ons.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Verified deals | 48 |
| Median discount off MSRP | 6.9% ($3,200) |
| Middle half of buyers | 4.3% to 8% off |
| Paid over MSRP | 2.1% of deals |
Discounts vary by trim, region and month. See individual deals on what people paid for a pilot, or compare against the pilot dealer invoice price.
Used Pilot: generations and model years
Used Pilots for sale span 3 generations in CarWhere's data, with the Pilot, 4th generation (2023–present) on sale new. Knowing which generation a listing belongs to tells you which engines, recalls and known issues apply.
Pilot, 4th generation (2026 model year) · 2023–presentCurrent
The refreshed 2026 Pilot reached dealers Dec. 15, 2025 with a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch driver display, Google built-in and a standard power tailgate. All eight trims use a 285-hp 3.5L V6 and 10-speed automatic. Prices are from Honda’s May 2026 table, before a $1,495 destination charge.
Pilot, 4th generation launch (2023 model year) · 2023–2025
The fourth-generation Pilot went on sale Dec. 12, 2022 with a 285-hp 3.5L V6 and 10-speed automatic. The new TrailSport brought a one-inch lift, steel skid plates and all-terrain tires, and the Touring added a removable second-row middle seat for eight occupants. Destination was $1,295.
Pilot, 3rd generation (2016 model year) · 2016–2022
The third-generation Pilot went on sale June 18, 2015 with a 280-hp 3.5L V6 with Variable Cylinder Management. LX, EX and EX-L used a six-speed automatic; Touring and the new Elite used a nine-speed. Prices are launch prices before an $880 destination charge.
Years to avoid, best years and known issues
Before you shortlist a used Pilot, check its model year against CarWhere's reliability research and the known issues for its generation.
What to check before buying a used Pilot
- Run the VIN for title brands (salvage, rebuilt, flood, lemon buyback), odometer history and reported accidents before you go see it.
- Check the VIN for open safety recalls and confirm the dealer will complete any open campaign before delivery.
- Decode the VIN or pull the build sheet to confirm the engine, drivetrain, trim and options match the listing.
- Test four-wheel or all-wheel drive, and on off-road trims look under the vehicle for skid-plate damage and bent suspension parts.
- Check every row: folding seats, rear climate, power liftgate and all door seals for water leaks.
- Get an independent pre-purchase inspection — especially for suspension, brakes, tires and any fluid leaks.
- Ask for service records, and confirm how much factory warranty is left from the original in-service date.
- Negotiate the vehicle price first, then fees; refuse dealer add-ons you did not ask for.
Check a specific Pilot by VIN:
Frequently asked questions
How much should I pay for a Pilot?
On a new Pilot, verified CarWhere buyers paid a median 6.9% below MSRP — about $3,200 — across 48 deals (Dec 2025–Oct 2026). The middle half paid between 4.3% and 8% off, and 2.1% paid over MSRP. Use that as your benchmark: a discount off MSRP measured before rebates, with no dealer add-ons. A used Pilot's price depends on year, mileage and condition, so compare several listings near you before you make an offer.
When is the best time to buy a Pilot?
CarWhere's best-time research finds that new-car discounts have historically been largest from October through December, and January is strongest for used cars. But the seasonal edge is small: average discounts in CarWhere's verified deals move by only a point or two between periods. That's narrower than the spread between Pilot buyers themselves: the middle half paid between 4.3% and 8% off MSRP. Negotiation matters more than the calendar.
Should I buy a new or used Pilot?
New gets you the current Pilot, 4th generation Pilot (2023–present) with a full factory warranty, from $42,395 MSRP. Verified buyers paid a median 6.9% off. Used, the main alternative is the Pilot, 4th generation launch (2023–2025), and 1 older generation goes back to 2016–2022. Before you buy a used one, check the years to avoid and known issues by generation, and run the VIN for title and accident history.
How do I find a Pilot for sale near me?
Enter your ZIP code in the search box on this page and choose new or used. CarWhere runs a live search of dealer inventory within 50 miles and opens the results with the Pilot filters already applied.
More Pilot research
Sources and method
Trim and MSRP data comes from CarWhere's Honda research, which records the manufacturer's published prices (sources below). Deal figures: Approved, deduplicated CarWhere verified purchase deals (leases excluded); exact model match. New = model year >= submission year − 1 with MSRP, discounts outside −20%..+40% of MSRP excluded. Used = model year <= submission year − 2, median selling price. Snapshot Nov 6, 2026; shown only when at least 5 deals exist. This page lists no inventory. Live listings appear only after you search with your ZIP.
- 2026 Honda Pilot Pricing and EPA Ratings (May 1, 2026) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
- Refreshed 2026 Honda Pilot Arriving at Dealers (Dec 15, 2025) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
Independent reference compiled by CarWhere Research — not affiliated with or endorsed by Honda. Model names are trademarks of their owners.