Arriving now, the 2026 Honda Passport gives Honda’s midsize SUV range a more adventurous, aggressive attitude. Particularly in its TrailSport model, the new Passport provides on all fronts for drivers yearning a blend of comfort, tech, and real off-road performance. Here is a thorough exploration of the elements of the 2026 model that deserve your attention.
Boxier and Bolder Style: Design
Honda traded gentle curves for a more tough, boxy look. The Passport of 2026 features a flat, straight grille with squared-off LED lighting. Amber daytime running lights, massive 31-inch all-terrain tires, orange tow hooks, and steel skid plates under TrailSport variants take things even farther. With vertically stacked taillights and the word “PASSPORT” prominently inscribed across the liftgate, the rear is equally arresting. New color choices, such as Canyon River Blue Metallic and Sonic Gray Pearl, enhance its off-road mentality.
Under the Hood: Tested Authority Meets Fresh Confidence
A 3.5-liter V6 engine running 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission, powers all models. The Passport has great bite in slick or uneven situations since the i-VTM4 all-wheel-drive system can push up to 70% of the engine’s torque to a single rear wheel. TrailSport’s off-road-adjusted suspension and increased clearance (8.3 inches) help them to easily climb over boulders and across ruts. With its size and capabilities, the TrailSport achieves good fuel economy estimates of 19 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.
TrailSport-Specific Improvements
The lineup’s highlight is the TrailSport trim. It differentiates with:
- General Grabber all-terrain tires in 31 inches
- Ground clearance of 8.3 inches and a 23-degree approach angle
- Special suspension adjustment for uneven ground
- Steel skid plates to guard the underbody
- Recovery hooks painted orange for easy access
- TrailWatch camera system enhances visibility over uneven terrain
Inside, the vehicle features tough leatherette and fabric upholstery with orange contrast stitching, complemented by a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Real-time pitch, roll, elevation, and compass data are available on a digital trail information display. Along with TrailSport badging all across the inside, TrailSport also provides original floor mats.
Interior Technology and Practicality
Enter the inside and find a 10.2-inch digital instrument panel and a 12.3-inch touchscreen including built-in Google, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. A luxury touch comes from an optional 12-speaker Bose audio system. With a cargo capacity of 44 cubic feet behind the second row and up to 83 with the seats folded flat, it is considerable. A clever luggage shelf doubles as a picnic table, and a revised underfloor storage section exists as well.
In higher variants, heated rear seats and ventilated seats, as well as tri-zone climate control, are among other interior features. Improved cabin materials include additional soft-touch surfaces and a polished dashboard arrangement that neatly incorporates the new technologies.
Safety Becomes Standard
Every Passport contains Honda Sensing, a set of safety mechanisms including:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane Keeping Aid
- Road departure prevention agents
- Braking System for Collision Mitigating Effect
With a TrailWatch camera system—which employs four cameras to show terrain views on the central screen—TrailSport models go a step beyond. Navigating narrow courses or steep hills really requires this system. Also included are unique off-road drive mode displays and hill descent control.
Levels of Pricing and Trim
The Passport 2026 pricing starts at $46,200.
- RTL: $49,900
- TrailSport Elite: $53,900
Optional packages comprise:
- Blackout Package ($1,200) for a covert look that adds black wheels, emblems, and grille
- Utility Package: includes a trailer hitch, roof rails, and crossbars
- Protection Package: all-weather floor mats and splash guards
Last Notes
Though it strives to be a compromise between daily drivability and off-road competence, the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport is not aiming to be a rock crawler. For adventure enthusiasts who desire not to sacrifice on comfort or capabilities, it’s a wise choice with its tough appearance, cutting-edge technologies, and pragmatic improvements.
The Passport TrailSport has the flexibility and toughness to tackle it all—from commuting across the city to negotiating winter roads to weekend trail exploration. Combined with Honda’s reputation for dependability, in 2026 this midsize SUV becomes among the most appealing ones available.
