2026 Honda Passport Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs

 

Honda Passport Model Review at Germain Honda of Ann Arbor

Honda Passport

Key Features

  • Starting at $46,200 MSRP*
  • Standard 285-horsepower 3.5-liter direct-injected V6 engine with i-VTEC® valvetrain mated to latest-generation 10-speed automatic transmission
  • Sized between the CR-V compact and Pilot family SUVs with expanded off-road capabilities
  • 83.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo capacity with underfloor rear storage area
  • Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4™) torque-vectoring all-wheel drive enhances on- and off-road performance
  • 7 standard selectable drive modes: Normal, Sport, Econ, Snow, Sand, Tow and Trail
  • Standard Honda Sensing® safety and driver-assistive technology
  • 18-inch alloy wheels with available all-terrain tires
Honda Passport Exterior

About the Honda Passport

The most rugged member of the growing lineup of Honda SUVs and crossovers, the Honda Passport gives drivers a distinctive blend of on-road driving refinement and impressive off-road capabilities to help them get out and chase adventure. Best-in-class interior room creates the perfect environment for you and your passengers. Located between the compact CR-V and the three-row Pilot, the Honda Passport offers a reinforced unibody frame, muscular direct-injection i-VTEC® V6 engine, and a fully independent suspension. Even the most rugged terrain is no match for the Passport thanks to Honda i-VTM4™ torque-vectoring all-wheel drive and its seven standard drive modes. The Honda Passport is available in three trim levels: the well-appointed RTL, rugged TrailSport, and the fully equipped TrailSport Elite.

What the Critics Say

We came away from a day driving a pre-production Passport TrailSport with generally good vibes, especially considering the previous version of this model wasn’t especially suited for going beyond pavement (mild tires, no underbody protection). The new model delivered a smooth ride, both on-road and off-road at moderate speeds.” — Car and Driver
The rugged appearance is a welcome nod to Honda products of yore, from the beloved Element to the first-gen Passport, a badge-engineered Isuzu Rodeo. The entire package looks better than the previous Passport and brings it more in line with the redesigned Pilot; no longer do both look like glorified minivans.” — Edmunds

What’s New for 2026

For 2026, the rugged Honda Passport has received a massive redesign both inside and out. Visual updates include new fender flares, new headlights, longer wheelbase, more ground clearance, and a wider rear track. Performance improvements include a 5-horsepower increase to its standard V6 engine, new 10-speed automatic transmission, and larger brakes. Similar enhancements can be found inside its all-new cabin thanks to features like a larger touchscreen display, standard heated seats, and much more.

Honda Passport Features

Honda Passport Styling

Rugged Styling

Sporting the most rugged design of a Honda light truck to date, the Passport captures the attention of bystanders with eye-catching styling elements including higher ride height, a matte black grille, and blackout headlight designs. Once you return to city streets, the Passport features a sophisticated look with features like gloss black trim, chrome exhaust finishers, LED headlight accents, and a “floating” C-pillar.

Going beyond its sharp appearance, the Passport delivers improved functionality with 8.3 inches of additional ground clearance as compared to the previous generation Honda Passport. Longer overall length, shorter rear overhangs, and improved breakover and departure angles highlight the enhanced off-road capabilities of the Honda Passport.

Honda Passport Interior

Versatile Interior

Offering a sophisticated yet modern look, the cabin of the Honda Passport features spacious seating for up to 5 passengers in addition to outstanding interior dimensions to help everyone stretch out and get comfortable. Standard leather-trimmed seating surfaces are accented with contrast stitching that varies by trim level for a more upscale feel throughout the interior.

Perfectly suited to those living active lifestyles, the Passport features a cavernous cargo capacity with the second-row seats folded flat. Simple-to-clean hard plastic surfaces on the seatbacks let you carry a week’s worth of camping supplies or mountain bikes with confidence. There’s also an available underfloor storage compartment which includes 2.5 cubic feet of additional cargo room with available removable and washable bins.

Honda Passport Display Audio System

Groundbreaking Technology & Safety

Regardless of where your adventures take you, you can stay in touch with a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen system with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration inside the Honda Passport. Hear your favorite tunes with exceptional clarity and depth with the available Bose 12-speaker premium audio system found on Passport TrailSport Elite trim levels. An optional 5G LTE in-vehicle Wi-Fi TCU which has the ability to support up to seven devices along with a free 3-year unlimited Google built-in data plan. Use this advanced system to access HondaLink® cloud-based services including maintenance tracking, appointment scheduling, and vehicle location services. The Honda Sensing® suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies adds confidence behind the wheel and is included as standard equipment on every Passport.


Trims & Specs

Honda Passport RTL

RTL

  • Starting at $46,200 MSRP*
  • 285-HP 3.5L V6 Engine with 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • i-VTM4® AWD System with Trail Torque Logic
  • 18-Inch Alloy Wheels
  • LED Headlights and DRL
  • Leather and Cloth Seats

Honda Passport RTL Towing

RTL Towing

  • Starting at $46,900 MSRP*
  • Integrated Class III Trailer Hitch with Harness
  • Power Tailgate
  • 12.3-inch Color Touchscreen with Google built-in
  • Wireless Phone Charger
  • Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®

Honda Passport RTL Blackout

RTL Blackout

  • Starting at $47,400 MSRP*
  • 18-inch Rugged Black Alloy Wheels
  • Black Wheel Lug Nuts
  • Black Honda Badges
  • 9-Speaker Audio System with Subwoofer
  • Power Front Seats w/Driver Memory Seat

Honda Passport TrailSport

TrailSport

  • Starting at $49,900 MSRP*
  • All-Terrain Tires & Off-Road Tuned Suspension
  • High Visibility Recovery Hooks
  • Skid Plates
  • Durable Leatherette and Cloth Seats with TrailSport Orange Stitching and Accents
  • Panoramic Moonroof

Honda Passport TrailSport Blackout

TrailSport Blackout

  • Starting at $51,100 MSRP*
  • 18-inch Alloy Wheels with All-Terrain Tires
  • Black Wheel Lug Nuts
  • Black Honda Badges
  • Front and 2nd-Row USB Ports
  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow

Honda Passport TrailSport Elite

TrailSport Elite

  • Starting at $53,900 MSRP*
  • Multi-View Camera System with TrailWatch™
  • Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
  • Bose Premium Audio System
  • Integrated Rear Door Sunshades
  • Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with 2nd-row Controls

TrailSport Elite Blackout

TrailSport Elite Blackout

  • Starting at $55,100 MSRP*
  • 18-inch Alloy Wheels with All-Terrain Tires
  • Black Wheel Lug Nuts
  • Black Honda Badges
  • Perforated Leather with Contrast Stitching and Accents and Black Piping
  • Push Button Start

*MSRP includes $1,450.00 destination charge but excludes tax, license, registration, and options. Dealer prices may vary. MSRP does not include $455 charge for premium colors.

**19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg rating for RTL trims. 18 city / 23 highway / 20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport and TrailSport Elite trims. Based on 2026 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.