2026 Honda Passport TrailSport

Completely Reimagined 2026 Honda Passport Lands at Dealers Today - Delivering True Rugged Design, V6 Power and Authentic Off-Road Capability

New Passport TrailSport is the most rugged, off-road capable Honda SÚV ever, with reinforced steel skid plates, off-road tuned suspension, specially developed all-terrain tires and more
•First-ever TrailSport Elite trim packs off-road capability with top-level feature content including new TrailWatch™ camera system
•Spacious, tech-rich cabin supports adventure with more passenger and cargo room than key competitors
•Broadest line of Genuine Honda Accessories ever adds rugged capability and functionality, including robust rock sliders and return of the stowable picnic table
•2026 Passport starts with the exceptionally well-equipped RTL trim, carrying a starting MSRP of $44,7501
All-new 2026 Honda Passport, the ultimate Honda adventure SÚV, begins arriving at dealerships today, offering a class-leading combination of rugged design, authentic off-road capability, and next-level versatility together with exceptional on-road performance. Packed with standard equipment, including V6 power and torque-vectoring i-VTM4® all-wheel drive, the 2026 Passport is available in three very well-equipped and capable primary trim levels (RTL, TrailSport and the first-ever TrailSport Elite), each available with factory option variants. Pricing begins with the Passport RTL with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $44,7501 (excluding $1,450 destination charge).




'Passport plays a pivotal role in our Honda lineup, with the highest conquest rate of any Honda SÚV and more buyers under-40 than key competitors in its segment,' said Jessika Laudermilk, assistant vice president of Honda National Auto Sales. 'We expect the authentic rugged design and off-road performance of the all-new 2026 Passport and Passport TrailSport to attract even more young, active, weekend adventurers to the Honda brand.'

To take the rugged capability and appearance of Passport even further, Honda engineers created the broadest line of Genuine Honda Accessories ever, including a variety of 18-inch wheels, an aluminum front scuff plate, robust rock sliders with stainless-steel plates, and a full-size spare all-terrain tire.



Every 2026 Passport can be uniquely customized with a line of seven post-production option packages that includes an overlanding-focused Adventure Package, a Pet Package, and a new HPD Package that adds to Passport's rugged appearance and capability.

Based on the longstanding Honda 'Safety for Everyone' approach, a commitment to advance safety for everyone sharing the road, the next-generation Passport is a safety performance leader in the midsize SÚV class with advanced active and passive safety technology standard on all models. These class-leading safety features include a new and improved suite of Honda Sensing® safety and driver-assistive technologies, a next-generation front passenger airbag, improved front side airbags, and new driver and front-passenger knee airbags.

Rugged Design Improves Capability
Designed and developed in the Ú.S., the all-new 2026 Honda Passport and Passport TrailSport have been completely reimagined around a 'Born Wild' concept, an aspirational value that set the rugged attitude and adventure capabilities Passport delivers. Designed in the Honda Design Studio in Los Angeles, Passport is brawny and broad shouldered, with an all-new look that enhances its superior rugged capabilities.

A new bold backpack design theme fuses form and function, giving Passport a more robust C-pillar and stronger roof rails connecting to its blacked-out cargo bay with segment-leading functionality. The unique matte black finish of the rear roof section – a key component of Passport's backpack design theme – allows owners to lean skis, fishing poles and other adventure equipment against Passport without risk of damage.

Passport's new front end is strong and powerful with a bold grille, long hood and aggressive hood scoop. A new LED DRL signature includes distinctive amber lighting for TrailSport models. The design is tough and aspirational with an increased dash-to-axle ratio, and 'PASSPORT' proudly stamped both in the front fascia and in the steel tailgate. Flared fenders, wider tracks and 18-inch wheels with 31-inch tires on all Passports accentuate its powerful stance.

For serious off-roading, Passport has increased ground clearance and a substantially shorter front overhang that provides an increased approach angle. At the rear, the departure angle is also improved, and hidden exhaust tips are protected on the trail.

Sportier and More Engaging to Drive
Based on the extremely rigid Honda light truck platform, the 2026 Passport is sportier and more engaging to drive, both on and off road. The platform was engineered from the very beginning with the intention of giving TrailSport true off-road capabilities. A crucial part of that engineering is greater structural stiffness, and thanks to a 72% increase in front lateral rigidity and a 50% increase in rear torsion rigidity, ride comfort, handling and overall refinement of the entire Passport lineup also benefit.

The wheelbase has been extended to 113.6 inches (+2.55 inches), benefitting ride comfort and straight-line stability, and significantly wider tracks (+1.3 inches in front and +1.5 inches in the rear) improve cornering stability.

Every 2026 Passport features a new, more powerful 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6 engine. One of the most powerful engines in its class, the all-aluminum V6 produces 285 horsepower (SAE net @ 6,100 rpm) and 262 lb.-ft. of torque (SAE net @ 5,000 rpm). Performance is further enhanced by the model's first 10-speed automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com) Refined and responsive, the new high-strength automatic transmission has been tuned exclusively for Passport. Paddle shifters are standard for manual control, making Passport more fun-to-drive.

To expand its off-road and inclement weather capabilities, this is the first Passport to get the second generation of the Honda torque vectoring i-VTM4™ all-wheel drive system. Standard on every new Passport, the new and more capable i-VTM4™ system, which debuted on the current Pilot, features a stronger rear drive unit that can handle 40% more torque and provides 30% faster response, optimizing available traction in all driving scenarios. Úp to 70% of the engine's torque can be sent to the rear axle, and 100% of that torque can be distributed to either the left or right rear wheel.

Seven standard selectable drive modes optimize the driving experience for various conditions: Normal, Sport, Econ, Snow, Sand, Tow and Trail. The new Trail mode optimizes off-road capabilities and a new Tow mode for additional capability.

Exceptionally Well-Equipped
The 2026 Passport lineup starts with the very well-equipped RTL featuring an all-new adventure-ready interior with improved rear seat legroom (+1.3 inches), increased cargo space with up to 104.6 cu.-ft.4 behind the first row (+3.8 cu.-ft.) and more standard tech than ever before. A 10.2-inch full digital driver instrumentation display, and a 54% larger center touchscreen (12.3-inch) plus Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ compatibility all come standard.

New Body Stabilizing power adjustable heated front seats with memory help reduce fatigue on long adventure drives for best-in-class comfort. RTL also comes equipped with leather-trimmed upholstery and a power tailgate.

Expanded storage space in the cabin includes two-tier door bins, a large multi-use tray ahead of the shifter that can accommodate two smartphones side-by-side, a massive console bin that fits a full-size tablet, and a clever passenger-side instrument panel shelf. Passport is equipped with 10 large cupholders throughout the cabin, including six that will fit wide 32 oz water bottles.

RTL is available with two factory-installed option packages. A new Tow Package ($700) increases capability with a Class III trailer hitch that includes a 7-pin connector and two integrated rear recovery points. The available Blackout Package ($1,200) adds an even more aggressive look with 18-inch black alloy wheels, black lug nuts and black Honda badges.

The TrailSport cabin stands out with comfortable, easy to clean synthetic leather upholstery and a sliding panoramic sunroof. Exclusive orange contrast stitching and head restraints embroidered with the TrailSport logo align to the rugged design direction. All-season floor mats add function and durability, protecting the carpet from snow, mud and debris. Power folding mirrors and a heated windshield are standard. At the top of the lineup, TrailSport Elite adds smart entry, perforated leather seating with piping, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, rear climate controls, rear door shades and expanded ambient lighting, plus a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system custom-engineered for the new interior. With Bose Centerpoint technology, SurroundStage digital signal processing and a new, larger 16.4-liter (+.07-liter) capacity subwoofer box, the new system places all occupants in the middle of the music, regardless of their seating position, with a clear listening experience.

The Passport TrailSport and TrailSport Elite add even more rugged design and exclusive off-road hardware. Both TrailSport models deliver top class off-road performance with a unique suspension tuned for off-road driving, featuring exclusive spring rates and damper valve tuning, plus optimized stabilizer bars that improve articulation and off-road ride comfort. New General Grabber all-terrain tires (275/60R18), co-developed exclusively with General Tire for the new Passport TrailSport, are extremely capable in sand, mud, rocky terrain and snow, but still quiet and comfortable on the road.

New thick steel skid plates protect the oil pan, transmission and gas tank from damage. Designed in collaboration with Honda Powersports engineers, the skid plates can support the entire weight of the vehicle crashing down on a rock.

For the first time, Passport TrailSport models are equipped with stout front and rear recovery points rated at twice the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of Passport. New orange front recovery hooks are powder coated to resist corrosion and engineered to break away in the event of a front collision. This patented design is a world's first. The trailer hitch with a 7-pin connector, standard on both TrailSport models, integrates two rear recovery points and helps protect the rear fascia from off-road damage.

Standard on TrailSport Elite, the new TrailWatch™ camera system uses four exterior cameras to offer four camera views (front, rear, side and 360 degree) along with clever tire placement graphics to help drivers navigate obstacles outside their natural line of sight by slope or proximity, such as blind crests, deep ruts and the trail's edge.

Both Passport TrailSport models feature uniquely styled 18-inch wheels in exclusive finishes such as Matte Shark Gray and Dark Tinted Clearcoat with Gloss Black lug nuts. The wheels include protected sunken valve stems to avoid damage on the trail. A factory-installed Blackout Package ($1,200) is available on both TrailSport models, adding black 18-inch alloy wheels, black lug nuts and black Honda badges for an even more aggressive look.

Passport is available in eight eye-catching exterior colors that highlight its rugged design and adventurous spirit, including two all-new paint colors, Sunset Orange and Ash Green Metallic, exclusive to TrailSport models.

Manufacturing* Passport in America
The new second-generation Passport and Passport TrailSport will continue to be built exclusively at the Honda auto plant in Lincoln, Alabama, continuing the 45-year legacy in America of the Honda commitment to build products close to the customer. Since 2001, Honda has produced* nearly 10 million light trucks in the Ú.S., including more than 6.5 million light trucks in Alabama.

The 3.5-liter V6 engine that powers the new Passport is also made at the company's auto plant in Lincoln, Alabama.

* using domestic and globally-sourced parts

Source - Honda