BMW X1 vs Honda Passport
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Honda Passport
Overview
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Honda PassportRTL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | xDrive28i | RTL |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Honda PassportRTL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,200 (best) | $44,750 |
| Lowest listing price | $15,875 (best) | $22,400 |
| Median listing price | $43,747 (best) | $47,080 |
| Highest listing price | $51,502 (best) | $56,617 |
| For sale now | 53 | 61 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Honda PassportRTL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Honda PassportRTL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 285 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 262 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Honda PassportRTL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 57.2 cu ft | 83.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 994 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,750 lbs (best) | 4,478 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 113.6 in (best) |
| Length | 177.2 in | 191.5 in (best) |
| Width | 72.6 in | 79.4 in (best) |
| Height | 64.6 in | 73.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Honda PassportRTL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | Not Rated |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW X1 | Honda Passport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | xDrive28i $43,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | RTL $44,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M35i $52,400 MSRP | RTL Towing $45,450 MSRP |
| 3 | — | RTL Blackout $45,950 MSRP |
| 4 | — | TrailSport $48,450 MSRP |
| 5 | — | TrailSport Blackout $49,650 MSRP |
| 6 | — | TrailSport Elite $52,450 MSRP |
| 7 | — | TrailSport Elite Blackout $53,650 MSRP |
Live inventory
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BMW X1 vs Honda Passport FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Honda Passport?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X1 vs 2026 Honda Passport on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Honda Passport?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 BMW X1 starts lower at $43,200. Live BMW X1 listings start at $15,875. Live Honda Passport listings start at $22,400.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Honda Passport?
- The 2027 BMW X1 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,200).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Honda Passport?
- The 2027 BMW X1 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Honda Passport?
- The 2027 BMW X1 leads on horsepower in this comparison (312).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X1 or 2026 Honda Passport?
- The 2026 Honda Passport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 BMW X1 vs 2026 Honda Passport?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Passport (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).