Get a 2026 Honda Passport That's Just Right for You

For many people, a midsize SUV like the Honda Passport is the perfect choice thanks to its great performance, spacious interior, and many other features and capabilities. When you go looking for a Honda Passport for sale, it's important that you have some things figured out to make sure you don't miss a detail that you want.

The friendly folks here at Ralph Honda can take you through everything the 2026 Passport has to offer and help you find one that's perfect for you. Today, we're going to take you through the big details and decisions you should consider when shopping for this impressive midsize SUV. By the end, you'll have the information you need to make an informed decision and drive away in something you love.

In a moment, we'll look at some decisions that you need to make as you shop for a Passport, but let's start with some great basics first. One thing we like about the Passport is that every trim delivers the same impressive performance and drives beautifully. You don't have to pay more if you want a lot of power in your midsize SUV or great traction for your daily drive.

As a midsize SUV, you're not expecting sports-car performance from the Passport, but you still deserve something fun to drive. Honda clearly understands that, and they've engineered this vehicle to feel great on the road. Even if you're just heading to and from work each day, you'll enjoy driving the Passport; a big part of that comes down to its great engineering.

Every 2026 Passport comes with a 3.5L V6 engine that delivers 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. That’s plenty of muscle to help you make the most of your daily commute, and it ensures that this SUV feels terrific on the road. This is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission that provides an incredibly smooth and responsive drive, which is what we love to see.

We also appreciate that Honda provides paddle shifters on the steering wheel as standard with the 2026 Passport. With shift-by-wire functionality, you get the convenience of an automatic, combined with the control of a manual. So you can go about your daily routine and take as much or as little control over your SUV's performance as you prefer.

Along with the impressive performance that Honda delivers with the Passport, you also get great traction to ensure you can stay in control as you drive. Every trim comes with Honda’s second-generation Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4) all-wheel drive (AWD) system. So you don't have to choose a special trim to get an SUV that feels fantastic.

i-VTM4 AWD responds with remarkable precision to changing road conditions that affect traction and the grip of your tires as you drive. It can alter performance almost instantly to adjust the power going to the wheels, ensuring you always remain in control. This is especially useful if you like to go camping or head off-road in your midsize SUV.

But even if you're just getting around town, having this AWD system can still come in handy. Rough weather or visiting a friend with a gravel driveway can become a lot easier when you have the Passport and its standard AWD system. And with a MacPherson strut front suspension, you get an SUV that is comfortable and in control in all kinds of situations.

This is an important question to ask when shopping for a 2026 Passport, because not every trim level is factory-equipped for it. The standard engine and overall design of the Passport provide some impressive towing potential. You can tow up to 5,000 lbs behind this SUV, making it ideal for towing a boat or trailer to where you want to go.

Looking at the starting RTL trim, however, it doesn't come with a trailer hitch, nor is one available. If towing is important to you but you don’t want all the extra upgrades, look for the RTL Towing trim variant, which gets you a standard Class III trailer hitch with a harness and hitch panel. All other trims also include these towing features.

Speaking of trims, at a glance, it can seem like you have a lot of options that you have to consider and choose from carefully. In reality, things are much simpler than that: you have just three main versions of the Passport to explore. The right one for you depends on the features you're looking for, so let's quickly go over the major highlights of each.

The standard trim for the Passport, the RTL, features LED headlights, LED bright white daytime running lights, and LED taillights. You get heated side mirrors on this trim, along with a power tailgate at the back, and a Smart Entry system with Walk Away Auto Lock. All Passport trims come with 18-inch wheels; the RTL features all-season tires.

Looking inside, you'll find a 12.3-inch infotainment display, along with a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a nine-speaker sound system. You get a wireless phone charger, as well as tri-zone automatic climate control to help keep your passengers comfortable. The RTL features leather and cloth seating, a 10-way power driver's seat, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Although every Passport comes with i-VTM4 AWD, which allows for impressive handling on dirt and gravel roads, that doesn't mean they're all designed to head off-road. If you're looking for something that helps you enjoy an outdoor lifestyle, then the TrailSport is a great trim to consider. For starters, you get all-terrain tires on this trim for better grip.

The TrailSport also comes with an off-road-tuned suspension that helps you stay more comfortable and in control on rough terrain. You get an underbody skid plate to help protect vital underbody components when off-road, as well as LED fog lights and a panoramic moonroof. The TrailSport features durable leatherette and cloth seating with distinct orange accents, plus amber ambient lighting.

Finally, if you want some upgraded features in an SUV that's ready to head off-road, check out the TrailSport Elite. This trim has puddle lights on the exterior, along with a power-lift tailgate with hands-free access. You get auto-dimming side mirrors on the TrailSport Elite, plus rain-sensing windshield wipers and a TrailWatch camera system for enhanced visibility.

The Elite version of the TrailSport comes with perforated leather seating with contrast stitching and black piping, plus ventilated front seats for added comfort. You get a 12-speaker Bose Premium sound system in this trim, with a subwoofer, to enhance your daily drive even more.

Each of the three trims is also offered in a Blackout edition, making it appear as though there are twice as many trim levels. Add the separate RTL Towing trim variant, and the 2026 Passport is available in seven total configurations. The Blackout versions come with black exterior Honda badging, black alloy wheels, and similar details that look great. Otherwise, they're just like the other trims.

You can see that your biggest decision is which trim is right for you, with three main options to consider. Even the starting trim is incredibly comfortable and rewarding to drive, with added off-road features in the TrailSport trims. If you're still not sure which trim is right for you, then our team at Ralph Honda can walk you through each option and help you choose the perfect 2026 Passport.