2023 Honda Passport review
Honda Passport highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Strong V6 engine
- Spacious interior
- Capable, standard all-wheel drive
Cons
- Jarring ride off-road
- Adaptive cruise only above 20 mph
- No wireless Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay®
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 24 highway, 21 combined
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The Honda Passport is a midsize 2-row crossover with excellent versatility and capability
Honda brought the Passport back to its lineup in 2019 after a 17-year hiatus, filling a gap between the compact CR-V and the three-row Pilot. Fresh styling last year gave the five-passenger Passport SUV a more rugged look. This update also added the off-road-styled TrailSport trim. For the 2023 model year, Honda has made all-wheel drive standard on all Passports. Honda offers the Passport in three trim levels: EX-L, TrailSport, and Elite. All are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine putting out 280 horsepower, sending power to the road via Honda’s variable-torque all-wheel-drive system. With a roomy interior and spacious cargo area, the Passport performs well in this very competitive segment that includes models like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Hyundai Santa Fe, and Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
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What is new for the 2023 Honda Passport?
- Passport trims have been upgraded with Rear Air Conditioning as standard equipment this year.
- The EX-L trim now comes with Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
- The Trailsport trim now comes with Parking Sensors as standard equipment.
2023 Honda Passport trims
EX-L:
- 280-hp, 262-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Remote Start
- Traction Control
- Sunroofs
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- View our Honda Passport EX-L inventory
Trailsport:
- Includes all features available on the EX-L
- Rear Sunshade
- Smart Key
- Power Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Memory Seats
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- View our Honda Passport Trailsport inventory
Elite:
- Includes all features available on the Trailsport
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Rear Air Conditioning
- A/C Seats
- View our Honda Passport Elite inventory
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What We Like
Performance: The Passport delivers good acceleration with a powerful V6 engine teamed with a smooth-shifting nine-speed automatic transmission. Handling is surprisingly good for a vehicle of this size, with responsive steering, strong brakes, and a relatively firm suspension. The torque-vectoring all-wheel drive provides excellent control both on and off the pavement.
Technology: The Passport features a nicely integrated eight-inch touchscreen display with quick response time and large, easily navigable icons. Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® connectivity is standard on all trim levels, and multiple USB ports can be found front and rear. The top-level Passport Elite also gets a 540-watt premium audio system.
Utility: One of the advantages of having only two rows is the large cargo area: The Passport boasts more than 50 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats, doubling to more than 100 cubic feet with seats folded flat. The cabin also has multiple bins and cubbies for storing smaller items. When more gear needs hauling, the Passport can tow as much as 5,000 pounds, when properly equipped.
What Needs Improvement
Ride quality: While the Passport delivers a smooth ride on pavement, Honda designed this model to handle off-road duties as well. Higher ground clearance and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive make it very capable, but the ride is quite jarring when the terrain gets rough. Even at slow speeds, a rutted trail is certain to cause a coffee spill.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Honda Passport an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Honda Passport 1st out of 29 among Compact SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Honda PassportHonda Passport features and specs
EX-L 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
280
Torque (ft-lbs)
262
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19.5
Wheelbase
111"
Overall length
189.1"
Width
78.6"
Height
72.2"
Leg room
F 40.9"/R 39.6"
Head room
F 39.5"/R 40"
Front tires
P265/45HR20
Rear tires
P265/45HR20
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
500/5000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2023 Honda Passport FAQ
The 2023 Honda Passport is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- EX-L : 19 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- Trailsport : 19 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- Elite : 19 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The Honda Passport received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Honda Passport as 0 out of 29 among Compact SUV
The 2023 Honda Passport has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2023 Honda Passport, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2023 Honda Passport Reviews.
The 2023 Honda Passport has a maximum towing capacity of 5000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2023 Honda Passport:
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Tow Hitch
- Parking Sensors
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