Of course, if you are drawn to the Passport but need even more room, the Passport’s first cousin, the three-row Honda Pilot, is a sound alternative. It may not offer thrills, impressive off-road prowess, or exciting looks, but the Passport does deliver adequate power and performance, can tow up to 5,000 pounds, and is a capable family hauler. The Passport pairs the tech with a punchy V-6 engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive.

The two-row mid-size Passport is based on the larger three-row Honda Pilot and offers all of the automaker’s latest safety and driver-assistance features standard. But while the Passport isn't an obvious superstar, it's respectable all-around capabilities and absence of negatives lifts it into the top third of this overcrowded and highly competitive class. The Passport competes in the mid-size SUV segment against more than two dozen diverse rivals, all with different skill sets. Interior cubby storage in general is great thanks to useful bins throughout the cabin and a huge center-console bin.The 2023 Honda Passport is like a steady left-fielder who makes solid plays, good catches, and plenty of base hits but never draws attention to himself. Folding that back row flat unlocks 78 cubes and the capacity to carry 33 bags total. There's 41 cubic feet of storage behind the rear seat, which held 15 of our carry-on suitcases. The back seat is also roomy and allows the Passport to transport up to five people. The front seats are wide and comfortable, with a handy armrest that can be adjusted for optimal comfort. Despite an unremarkable design, the materials are attractive enough and the controls are nicely organized-although we'd like more knobs for controls instead of touchscreens.

Interior, Comfort, and CargoĪnyone who has experienced the interior of the Honda Ridgeline will be instantly familiar with the Passport's cabin. We tested the latter on our 200-mile fuel-economy route, where it exceeded its EPA highway estimate by 3-earning 27 mpg. Passports with all-wheel drive have slightly reduced government ratings of 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. The front-drive model is expected to earn up to 20 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. With a single engine choice and either front- or all-wheel drive, the Passport has two different EPA ratings. Honda Passport Enlists for Long-Term Duty.The Priciest Pilot Battles the Fanciest Highlander.The ride is comfortable on most roads and the steering is pleasingly direct, all of which give the Passport a nimble, agile feeling from behind the wheel. Still, the Passport was quick in our testing, and it dutifully accelerates on the highway. However, the two-row Honda has a rough ride when it does venture off-road, and its high ride height contributes to a top-heavy demeanor. Ground clearance is a useful 7.5 inches (8.1 inches for all-wheel-drive models) and the Passport can tow up to 5000 pounds. Those who want the all-weather capability of all-wheel drive can add it for extra coin otherwise, the Passport has standard front-wheel drive. Under the hood is the same 280-hp 3.5-liter V-6 and nine-speed automatic transmission as found in the Honda Pilot. There's an assortment of accessories that include crossbars, running boards, and more, but we'd stand pat with the default setup. We'd also add the optional all-wheel-drive system for an extra $1900. These include an 8.0-touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, blind-spot monitoring, heated front seats, leather-appointed upholstery, a power liftgate, and rear cross-traffic alert. Although the EX-L lacks some of the bells and whistles that are only available on the top two models, it still has popular standard features that make it the best value.

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