Do Honda’s Last Long?
Buyer’s Guide
Do Honda’s Last Long?
Yes — Hondas are built for the long haul. iSeeCars ranks Honda the 3rd longest-lasting car brand out of 32, with a 10.8% chance of any Honda reaching 250,000 miles — more than double the industry average. One 2006 Civic was even documented past the 1,000,000-mile mark.
10.8%
Chance a Honda Reaches 250,000+ Miles
2.3x
More Likely Than the Industry Average
#3 of 32
iSeeCars Longest-Lasting Brand Ranking
5
Honda Models in iSeeCars’ Top 25
Which Honda Models Last the Longest?
Predicted chance of reaching 250,000+ miles, per iSeeCars’ 2025 Longest-Lasting Cars study of nearly 400 million vehicles.
Ridgeline
14.7%
3.1x more likely than average to reach 250,000 miles — Honda’s longest-lasting model.
Pilot
13.1%
2.7x the average — one of only six SUVs in the study’s top 25 vehicles overall.
Odyssey
13.0%
2.7x the average — the only minivan to make iSeeCars’ top 25 longest-lasting vehicles.
Civic
10.9%
2.3x the average, and the highest-ranked passenger car outside the Toyota/Lexus lineup.
CR-V
10.6%
2.2x the average — Honda’s best-selling SUV holds up well over high mileage too.
What Actually Determines How Long a Honda Lasts
The numbers above are averages — how far any individual Honda goes comes down to how it’s driven and maintained.
What Helps a Honda Go the Distance
- Sticking to Honda’s factory maintenance schedule, especially oil and transmission fluid changes
- Easy access to service — Napleton Honda of Morton Grove runs 25+ service bays with simple online scheduling, so staying on schedule doesn’t mean long waits
- Regular highway driving, which is easier on an engine than constant short trips
- Addressing small issues (warning lights, unusual noises) before they become expensive ones
- Using genuine or OEM-equivalent parts for major repairs
What Shortens a Honda’s Lifespan
- Deferred or skipped maintenance, particularly oil changes
- Mostly short trips, which prevent the engine from reaching full operating temperature
- Extreme climates without adjusted maintenance intervals
- Ignoring recalls or unresolved manufacturer service bulletins
Frequently Asked Questions
How many miles will a Honda last?
Well-maintained Hondas regularly reach 200,000 miles, and iSeeCars gives Honda a 10.8% predicted chance of reaching 250,000 miles — more than double the industry average. Some individual Hondas have passed 1,000,000 miles.
Which Honda model lasts the longest?
The Ridgeline has the best odds among current Honda models, with a 14.7% predicted chance of reaching 250,000 miles per iSeeCars, followed closely by the Pilot and Odyssey.
Is 150,000 miles a lot for a Honda?
Not really. Most Hondas are built to comfortably exceed 150,000 miles with routine maintenance, and several models have a realistic shot at 250,000 miles or more.
Do Honda engines really last 300,000 miles?
It happens, though it’s not the norm. iSeeCars’ data tops out around 250,000-mile predictions for most Honda models, but well-documented examples — including a 2006 Civic that passed 1,000,000 miles — show it’s achievable with consistent care.
What should I do to help my Honda last longer?
Follow the factory maintenance schedule, especially oil changes, and don’t ignore small warning signs. Regular highway driving and prompt attention to recalls also help a Honda reach higher mileage.
See why Hondas are built to go the distance. Schedule a test drive at Napleton Honda of Morton Grove.