2020 Honda Passport

The Passport comes equipped with a powerful V6 engine and off road tech. The interior utilitarian which comes loaded with tech and safety. Slotting beneath the Ridgeline and above the CR-V the Passport is perfect suited occasional adventures.

The Passport’s off road capabilities will compete against midsize rivals like Acura RDX, Lincoln MKC and Volvo XC60. Let’s see how this off road ready SUV goes against competitors.

The Honda Passport is available in four trim levels which are Sport, EX-L, Touring and Elite. All of them feature a 3.5 liter V6 engine which is mated to a 9 speed automatic transmission. Front wheel drive is standard while all-wheel drive is optional.

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We Recommend  : The Honda Passport comes with a V6 power train as standard in all the trim levels. You can equip it with a all-wheel-drive for $ 2000 extra . Most shoppers will be happy with the EX-L trim which adds connectivity and host of safety features . The price hike is justified.

With ample power, a transmission offering full manual control and respectable handling, the Pilot is an athlete in the three-row SUV segment. It's a champ on mountain roads, and it can manage slippery surfaces should you opt for all-wheel drive.- Edmunds

Engine and Transmission

The 2020 Honda Passport is thrusted by same power plant as the Honda Pilot. Under the hood, you get a 3.5 liter V6 which produces 280 hp and 262 pound feet of torque. The engine is mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front wheel drive is standard while all-wheel drive is optional. As it is doesn't have the third row like the Ridgeline (which shares same under pinnings) you can expect instantaneous acceleration. The power is enough of city driving nad highway passes.

The front-wheel-drive models can tow 3,500 pounds, while Passport SUVs with all-wheel drive can pull upto 5,000 pounds. Honda's 9 speed automatic is the most advanced in this segment and provides seamless power delivery.

The Passport produces highest number of horsepower with 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque no rival can match its performance as most of them come with a less powerful four cylinder engine.

Acceleration

Honda Passport with its 3.5 liter V6 engine comes with a lively acceleration. It is able to take you from 0 to 60 mph in 6.1 just which is quicker than most of the rivals in this segment. At higher Rpm's the gears shifts smoothly and efficiently. You can also use steering mounted control for quicker shifts.

The Honda is the fastest among the lot with its V6 engine and no one comes close to it in terms of performance.

Ride and Handling

Honda's Passport is powered by a 3.5 liter I-VTEC which produces 280 hp and 265 lb feet of torque. It is adequate for most of the individuals and a 9 speed automatic transmission is standard. Marketed as an off road prowess, the passport comes with increased ground clearance and favorable approach and departure angles.

The heart of it's off -road capability is courtesy of Honda's I-VTM all wheel-drive system that uses an active torque vectoring to power the rear wheels. It enhances the handling on rain-slicked, snowy roads or sand trails. Tested in harshest environments the traction control system features Normal, Snow, Sand and Mud. The ITM (intelligent traction management) works in conjunction with I-VTM to manipulate engine power and in different weather and terrain.

Braking

The Honda Passport comes with brakes which are consistent, and easy to modulate around town and in heavy traffic. The bite is good and does not fade on repetitive use. It takes around 129 feet's to stop from 60 miles an hour which good for this segment. To assist with safe stopping, the 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is designed to help you maintain control under hard braking conditions, while Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) helps to optimize braking power based on weight distribution inside the vehicle.

The Honda Passport and Acura RDX comes equipped with the best brakes here, they are lightweight and nimble on corners. The Lincoln MKC and Volvo are somewhat similar in terms of braking performance.

The Passport's 9 speed automatic transmission is very helpful to make most of the powertrain. The front wheel drive model delivers 20 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway while the all-wheel drive model makes 1 mpg less form the standard figures. (19city/24highway/21 combined).

Many competitors are thriftier. All of them are better because of the smaller engines.

Seating and Comfort

The Passport is much like the Honda Pilot from the inside. In fact, the steering wheel, dashboard, and center console remain unchanged. Crafted from upscale material, sophisticated cabin offers class leading space for five passengers. Soft touch surfaces adorns the dashboard and door panels are also padded .Outward visibility is improved because of thin windshield pillars and high seating position provides commanding view.

Leather trimmed seats are comfortable and very supportive for long journeys. The Passport offers ample amount of headroom and legroom, both front and back for an average individual.

The Honda Passport is the most spacious followed by Lincoln MKC, Acura RDX and Volvo XC60.

Interior Features

• Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Leather-trimmed seating surfaces
• 60/40 split-folding third-row seat
• 12-volt power outlets
• Ambient lighting
• Electronic gear selector
• One touch turn signals
• Remote engine starter and immobilizer
• Reversible cargo lid
• Tilt and telescopic steering column
• Walk away door lock
• Wireless charging
• Moonroof
• Tri zone climate control

Infotainment system

• 264-watt AM/FM audio system with MP3/Windows Media Audio playback capability and 7 speakers including subwoofer
• Apple CarPlay /Android Auto
• Display Audio System3
• HondaLink Subscription Services
• AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot
• Advanced Rear Entertainment System with 10.2-inch, high-resolution WSVGA (1024x600) screen, Blu-ray player and embedded streaming media apps
• Bluetooth Streaming Audio
• MP3/auxiliary input jack
• HD Radio
• USB device connector
• Siri Eyes Free compatibility
• SMS text message3,5 /E-mail function
• Speed-sensitive Volume Control (SVC)
• SiriusXM and Wi-Fi tethering

Cargo Capacity

The Honda Passport is paragon of utility and efficiency. It provides 41.2 cubic feet of cargo space and 77.9 with 60/40 split folding rear seats. The Honda Passport will also feature a 2.5-cubic-foot underfloor storage compartment, which is the largest in its class.

The Passport's reversible cargo floor has carpet on one side and plastic on the other. In addition, you can upgrade the underfloor storage bins so that they can be removed for easy cleaning.

The Honda Passport surpasses every rival in terms of cargo capacity and no rival can match it.

With its truncated tail, the 2020 Honda Passport has a lot in common with the larger Pilot. The 2020 Honda Passport has a clean, cohesive look with better proportions than big three-row crossovers - carconnection

Dimension and Weight

The Honda Passport is based on the underpinnings of the Pilot which is evident from its truck like appearance. The Passport and Pilot share the same 111-inch wheelbase, though the Passport's body is 6.5 inches shorter. It adventure seeking design is highlighted by higher ride height, 20 inch alloys, and a scratch resistant matte black grille an bumper. For around town sophistication you have blackout headlights, LED accents and chrome exhaust finishers. The floating C-pillar and dynamic wheel arches accentuates its athletic design.

Passport is based on Honda's Global Light Truck platform which has a fully boxed floor that is sophisticated yet strong with four wheel independent suspension. Passport's side profile looks best with bold character lines between the wheel wells.

The Honda takes the cup here in terms of dimensions followed by Acura RDX, Volvo XC 60 and Lincoln MKC.

Exterior Features

• Auto-levelling front headlights
• Body-colored door handles
• Body-colored heated power side mirrors
• Gloss black Front grille bar
• LED fog lights
• Front and rear splash guards
• Front wiper de-icer
• Intermittent rear window wiper/washer
• LED taillights
• Memory-linked side mirrors with reverse gear tilt-down
• Mirror-integrated LED turn signal indicators
• LED headlights with auto-on/off (Low beam)
• LED headlights with auto-on/off (High and low beam)
• One-touch power moonroof with tilt feature
• Panoramic moonroof
• Auto-dimming power folding side mirrors
• Power tailgate
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Rear window defroster
• Roof rails
• Black Rear privacy-tinted glass

The Honda Sensing suite of advanced safety and driver assistive technologies is standard on the 2020 Passport which features:

• 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System3 (ABS)
• Brake Assist
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
• Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
• Forward Collision Warning
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
• Road Departure Mitigation3 (RDM) system
• Hill Start Assist
• LED daytime running lights
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System4 (TPMS) with tire fill assist
• Trailer Stability Assist
• Vehicle Stability Assist3 (VSA) with Traction Control
• Front 3-point seat belts with automatic tensioning system
• Childproof rear door locks
• Advanced front airbag system
• HondaLink Assist Automatic Emergency Response System
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
• Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure
• SmartVent side airbags
• Three-row side curtain airbags with rollover sensor system
• Adaptive Cruise Control3 (ACC)
• Lane Keeping Assist System3 (LKAS)
• Auto high beam
• Blind Spot Information
• Rear Cross Traffic Monitor3 system
• Honda LaneWatch blind spot display

Acura RDX

The Acura RDX is powered by a 2.0 liter inline four which produces 272hp and 280 lb-ft of torque. It comes with a 6 speed automatic transmission and front wheel drive is standard. It is the best car from Acura after the NSX which comes with a sleek design and high-end cabin. In terms overall performance the Acura takes the cake but Honda has an edge in terms of reliability and quality. The rear seating arrangement of Acura is also cramped when compared to the Passport.

Lincoln MKC

The Lincoln MKC is powered by a 2.0 liter inline four which produces 245 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque. It comes with a 6 speed automatic transmission and front wheel drive is standard. The powertrain is refined yet it lacks the space and drivability found in Honda. The Lincoln also lacks advanced safety tech which is standard in the passport. The Honda is clear winner here in terms of overall performance.

Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 is powered by a 2.0 liter inline which puts out 187 hp and 221 lb ft of torque. The engine is mated to 8 speed automatic transmission and front wheel drive is standard. The exterior is very stylish with clever interior. The Honda may not have the nicest interior but makes up for it with a lively performance. Here the Honda takes an edge with a economic price tag and dependability.

The Honda Passport is a gateway to camping adventures, towing trailers and cruising over rugged terrain. It is a perfect combination of off-road tech and comfortable interior you can buy without breaking the bank.