Used 2020 Honda Pilot for SaleNationwide

How much does the 2020 Honda Pilot cost?

Prices have softened 8.47% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 203 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2020 Honda Pilot a good car?

Yes — the 2020 Honda Pilot earns a 4.7/5 user rating and an 8.00/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Form and function and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its spacious interior, comfortable ride, responsive handling, and practical everyday usability. The Pilot also stands out for its strong family-friendly packaging, with lots of cargo space and an adult-friendly third row.

The main trade-offs are its unintuitive technology and interior materials that feel cheap. It is best suited to you if you want a three-row SUV that prioritises space, comfort, and day-to-day usefulness over polish.

With 26.1% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is still some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2020 Honda Pilot reliable?

Owners rate it 4.7/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience centred on comfort, practicality, and strong everyday usability. The Pilot’s performance is described as solid and confidence-inspiring, and its overall package gives you a vehicle you can count on for family duty.

Honda’s standard maintenance coverage also helps support ownership confidence. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that higher city fuel consumption and less-loved technology may matter more as the vehicle ages.

What should I look for when buying a used 2020 Honda Pilot?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LX is a solid value in Canada with standard all-wheel drive, 18-inch alloy wheels, tri-zone climate control, remote keyless entry, remote start, heated front seats, push-button start, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, power locks, and power windows with a one-touch driver’s window. The EX adds a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, LED fog lights, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, roof rails, and a power moonroof. The EX-L adds leather upholstery, a power liftgate, a heated steering wheel, second-row outboard heated seats and in-door sunshades, a 4-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat, and on-board navigation and SiriusXM satellite radio. The Touring adds 20-inch wheels, blue ambient interior lighting, an upgraded stereo, a massive panoramic sunroof in seven-seat configuration, heated and ventilated front seats, auto on-off LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, and additional on-board tech. The Black Edition is based on the Touring trim and adds unique 20-inch black-painted wheels, black exterior paint, black grille and accents, and red interior lighting.
• Powertrain: A 3.5-litre V6 powers every trim and makes 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. The LX, EX, and EX-L use a 6-speed automatic, while the Touring and Black Edition get a 9-speed automatic that provides more refined acceleration and should help fuel efficiency.
• Safety package: HondaSensing is standard and includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist and lane-departure warning, road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. Optional safety equipment includes front and rear parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
• Infotainment: All trims get Honda’s Display Audio 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Bluetooth connectivity and a USB port are included on the base trim, while SiriusXM satellite radio is added from the EX-L. Navigation is added on the EX-L, and a rear entertainment system and Wi-Fi hotspot are standard on the Touring and Black Edition.
• Fuel efficiency: Natural Resources Canada rates versions with the six-speed automatic at 13.0 L/100 km city, 9.3 L/100 km highway, and 11.3 L/100 km combined. With the nine-speed automatic, those figures improve to 12.4 L/100 km city, 9.3 L/100 km highway, and 11.0 L/100 km combined.

Which 2020 Honda Pilot trim should I buy?

The 2020 Honda Pilot is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L, Touring, and Black Edition.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the best-value starting point if you want the Pilot’s core strengths without paying for extras you may not need. You still get standard all-wheel drive, heated front seats, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Honda’s full safety suite.
• EX: Choose this if you want a more comfortable daily driver, thanks to the power-adjustable driver’s seat, moonroof, roof rails, and LED fog lights.
• EX-L: This is the trim that adds the most useful comfort and convenience upgrades, including leather upholstery, a power liftgate, heated steering wheel, second-row heated seats, and navigation. It is the trim that most clearly balances equipment and value.
• Touring: Step up here if you want the richer tech and comfort experience, including the upgraded stereo, panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, rear entertainment system, Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless charging.
• Black Edition: Pick this only if you want the Touring equipment with a darker appearance package and unique styling details.

HondaSensing is standard across the range, so you do not need to move up a trim for the core safety package.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2020 Honda Pilot?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on strong listings.

• Deal availability: 26.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 203 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.47% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $29,166 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2020 Honda Pilot's resale value?

The current average of $29,436 CAD sits slightly below last year's $32,159 CAD.

That softer pricing suggests the Pilot has become more accessible for used buyers, but it also means future sellers may face a more competitive market. If you own one, pricing discipline will matter, especially if your vehicle is not one of the better-equipped trims.

The Pilot’s broad family appeal, standard safety equipment, and strong owner satisfaction should help support demand over time. Well-kept examples with desirable equipment are likely to hold buyer interest better than stripped-down or higher-mileage versions.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.7/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2020 Honda Pilot safe?

The Honda Pilot earns a five-star overall crash test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the best crash test score of Good from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

HondaSensing is standard and includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist and lane-departure warning, road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. Front and side-impact airbags are standard, as are child-seat anchors, Vehicle Stability Assist, and traction control. Optional safety equipment includes front and rear parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.

Should I buy a 2020 Honda Pilot or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2020 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2020 if:

• 26.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.47% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.7/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It combines strong practicality, standard safety features, and a powerful engine.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $31,657 CAD, the 2021 costs more than the current year's $29,436 CAD average.
• It leans more strongly into comfort, quality, and everyday driving enjoyment.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2020 is the smarter buy. If you are willing to spend more for a newer model with a more polished feel, the 2021 is the better secondary path.

How does the 2020 Honda Pilot compare to the 2020 Toyota Highlander?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2020 Honda Pilot:

• Pros: Powerful engine, Standard advanced safety features.
• Cons: Unintuitive technology, Interior materials feel cheap.

2020 Toyota Highlander:

• Pros: Standard advanced safety features, Spacious.
• Cons: Poor handling, Uninspired styling.

Our experts score the 2020 Honda Pilot 8/10 and the 2020 Toyota Highlander 7.2/10. The Pilot is the stronger pick if you care more about engine strength and overall expert score. The Highlander counters with a slightly higher horsepower figure and better deal share, but its poorer handling and uninspired styling make it less appealing overall. If you want the lower average used price and a more powerful-feeling SUV, the Pilot is the better value; if you want the roomier-feeling alternative and are willing to pay more, the Highlander is worth a look.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.