Rochester Honda Passport Dealer

Did you know that there was a gap in the Honda lineup for over a decade? For years, customers looking for a two-row SUV didn’t have many available options; their only choices were the compact CR-V and the three-row Pilot. Fortunately, Honda filled that gap with the Passport and gave teams like ours yet another reason to be proud to carry the Honda name. As your Rochester Honda Passport dealer, we’re excited to show you how the Passport completes the Honda lineup and everything it has to offer.

Your search for a Passport dealer in Rochester is a good indication that you’re interested in and possibly even sold on the SUV. It doesn’t, however, mean that you’re sold on Ralph Honda. We’re here to change that by showing you why we’re your Honda authority and a good place to purchase this comfortable SUV. For starters, we are dedicated to helping you find the right vehicle, whether that be the Honda Passport or one of our other models. We also offer assistance with financing, so you can find a lease or loan plan that fits your budget, and service, so you know where to go when it’s time to get those oil changes done.

We have spent years of diligence and hard work to establish our business on integrity, accountability, transparency, respect, and teamwork. These ethics guide everything we do and are the foundation on which we serve each customer. You’ll find that, like Honda, our commitment to our customers is something you can count on. We believe in putting you first in every part of the process and, as a comprehensive automotive center, that means handling all your needs from shopping our inventory and finalizing the sale to servicing your Honda for every mile ahead.

Did you know the original Honda Passport of the early 1990s wasn’t a Honda at all? Honda’s partnership with Isuzu in the 1990s was a stroke of luck and perfect timing. Isuzu halted production of sedans, and Honda was in dire need of an SUV to meet the growing demands of the American market. The automakers helped one another as Honda lent its sedans in exchange for the Isuzu Rodeo, a midsize SUV that Honda slightly modified and debuted as the Passport in 1994.

Despite sharing much of the same design as its distant Isuzu cousin, the Passport found a place in the segment among competitors like the Chevy Blazer, Ford Explorer, and Jeep Cherokee. Honda made ongoing improvements to the SUV throughout the decade and later introduced the second-generation Passport in 1998, which boasted a more sophisticated design and a more robust powertrain. This, however, would mark the final call for the Passport, at least for the time being.

As Honda and Isuzu parted ways, Honda got to work designing an SUV of its own. The three-row Honda SUV, the Pilot, made its debut in 2003 and bookended the Honda lineup along with the compact and versatile CR-V. For 15 years, Honda’s lineup had a significant vacancy–there wasn’t a two-row midsize SUV in sight. Honda finally filled that gap in 2019 with the return of the Passport, a midsize crossover designed for adventurers with a penchant for luxury and innovation.

Honda has a reputation for building practical vehicles and, while that’s certainly the case with the 2022 Honda Passport, this SUV challenges the norm by proving that it also has a need for adventure. The newly redesigned Passport is a strong performer both on and off the pavement, with its powerful 3.6-liter V6 engine churning out 280 horsepower while its advanced torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system expertly sends torque to the wheel or wheels that need it most.

The new TrailSport trim truly shines on any terrain and can take your adventure to the next level. This is thanks to the Passport’s four-mode Intelligent Traction Management system that gives you more control over the Passport’s performance with drive modes like Snow, Sand, and Mud. Navigating this type of terrain is also easier with the TrailSport’s 18-inch wheels, rugged tires, aggressive front and rear bumpers with integrated skid plates, and power-folding mirrors designed specifically for narrow trails.

If you’re not in the market for an adventure-ready rig, Honda gives you plenty of more luxurious choices in the Passport lineup with the EX-L and the Elite. Available in either two-wheel or all-wheel drive, the EX-L is the Passport’s base model and starts at $38,370.^[a] This modest price tag is truly remarkable considering the EX-L is outfitted with leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, a power tailgate, a one-touch power moonroof, and advanced driver-assist and safety features like the Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Monitor.

The Passport Elite offers the ultimate in opulence and convenience. Building on the EX-L, the Elite adds modern conveniences and luxuries like wireless phone charging, heated and ventilated front seats, a hands-free power tailgate, and a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel. As far as innovative technology, the Elite offers every feature imaginable, from the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System to Adaptive Cruise Control and a Road Departure Mitigation System.

When you think of a car dealership, what immediately comes to mind? Do you envision a pushy salesperson that’s only interested in earning a commission? Do you think about the long hours you’ll spend haggling over a fair price? If so, you’re not alone, as this is what many customers envision when they go to buy a vehicle. But that’s not what you’ll find here at Ralph Honda.

As veterans in the automotive business, we know firsthand that we’re not solely in the business of selling cars. We’re in the business of building lasting relationships that instill trust and confidence in the Ralph Honda team. We want to get to know you, what you need in a vehicle, and what you expect from us. In turn, we’ll exceed all your expectations with our transparency and integrity, whether you’re shopping for a new Honda, looking to sell your vehicle, or relying on our service department for routine maintenance or repairs.

Exceeding your expectations and proving that we’re here for you mile after mile is how we’ve built our stellar reputation in the region. Unlike so many other dealerships, we’re not motivated by commissions or quotas, and we don’t rely on high-pressure sales tactics. We believe that the Honda lineup sells itself; our job is to simply facilitate the process and ensure you’re getting what you want out of your experience. That’s our commitment to you.

When adventure calls, how will you answer? The team here at Ralph Honda is happy to help you answer that call with the sophisticated and adventurous Honda Passport. All it takes is venturing over to our dealership to see the Passport and everything it has to offer.

Once you’re here, you’ll discover what it means to shop with a dealership that is committed to you. Our commitment to our customers covers all areas from sales to service, and our expertise on the Honda lineup is something we hope you’ll take advantage of. We also believe that buying an SUV like the Passport should be fun and exciting, not stressful or overwhelming. To ensure this, our team is here to walk you through every step of the process, from browsing our extensive inventory and riding along for test drives to securing the best finance option for your needs.

Even when you sign on the dotted line, our work isn’t done. Ralph Honda is a comprehensive automotive center and, when you invest in us, you become part of our family. Our Honda service center, parts center, and collision department will oversee all your maintenance and repair needs for years down the road. With these teams operating on the same principles of transparency and integrity as our sales team, owning a Honda like the Passport just became easier and more rewarding than you ever imagined.

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^[a]MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,295 destination charge and accessories. Dealer prices may vary. MSRP does not include $395 charge for premium colors.