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Honda Passport vs Honda Pilot

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Honda Passport

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2026 Honda Pilot

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Overview

SpecHonda PassportRTLHonda PilotSport 2WD
Selected trimRTLSport 2WD
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda PassportRTLHonda PilotSport 2WD
MSRP$44,750$42,195 (best)
Lowest listing price$22,400$14,333 (best)
Median listing price$47,080$40,896 (best)
Highest listing price$56,617$56,395 (best)
For sale now61116 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda PassportRTLHonda PilotSport 2WD
Combined MPG21 MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG19 MPG
Highway MPG25 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal19 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda PassportRTLHonda PilotSport 2WD
Horsepower285 hp285 hp
Torque262 lb-ft262 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecHonda PassportRTLHonda PilotSport 2WD
Seating5 seats8 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume83.8 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity5,000 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Curb weight4,478 lbs4,336 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)—
Wheelbase113.6 in114 in (best)
Length191.5 in200.1 in (best)
Width79.4 in (best)79 in
Height73.1 in (best)71 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda PassportRTLHonda PilotSport 2WD
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)11

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.

TrimHonda PassportHonda Pilot
1

RTL

$44,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport 2WD

$42,195 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

RTL Towing

$45,450 MSRP

Sport AWD

$44,295 MSRP

3

RTL Blackout

$45,950 MSRP

EX-L

$44,495 MSRP

4

TrailSport

$48,450 MSRP

EX-L

$46,595 MSRP

5

TrailSport Blackout

$49,650 MSRP

TrailSport AWD

$50,395 MSRP

6

TrailSport Elite

$52,450 MSRP

Touring

$51,095 MSRP

7

TrailSport Elite Blackout

$53,650 MSRP

Touring S

$52,295 MSRP

8—

Elite

$53,495 MSRP

9—

Black Edition AWD

$54,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Honda Passport vs Honda Pilot FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Passport or 2026 Honda Pilot?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Passport vs 2026 Honda Pilot on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Honda Passport or 2026 Honda Pilot?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Honda Pilot starts lower at $42,195. Live Honda Passport listings start at $22,400. Live Honda Pilot listings start at $14,333.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Passport or 2026 Honda Pilot?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,195).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Passport or 2026 Honda Pilot?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better seats: 2026 Honda Passport or 2026 Honda Pilot?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on seats in this comparison (8).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Passport vs 2026 Honda Pilot?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Passport (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Honda Pilot (5/5 NHTSA overall).