The 2024 Honda Passport TrailSport is the best Passport year, with the 2023 EX-L at #2 and the 2021 EX-L at #3. The 2024 TrailSport added an off-road tuned suspension and all-terrain tires, and from 2023 every Passport has all-wheel drive.
Original MSRP: $44,500 (AWD)Off-road hardware: New off-road tuned suspension and the Passport’s first all-terrain tires: General Grabber A/T Sport 245/60R18 on 18-inch wheelsCabin: New center console with a larger armrest and storage that fits a full-size tabletEngine: 3.5 L V6, 280 hp and 262 lb-ft, 9-speed automatic
The 2024 TrailSport added an off-road tuned suspension and the Passport’s first all-terrain tires, General Grabber A/T Sport 245/60R18 on 18-inch wheels. Every 2024 Passport also got a new center console with a larger armrest. It started at $44,500.
Go ifTrails, snow and gravel roads in a used Passport
Skip ifYou want ventilated seats (see the Black Edition)
Why #1 over #2: Its all-terrain tires and off-road suspension go further than the 2023 EX-L.
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2023 Honda Passport EX-L
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Answrs VerdictThe value pick with standard AWD.
Original MSRP: $41,100 (AWD)Drivetrain: The front-wheel-drive EX-L was dropped, so all-wheel drive became standard on every PassportEPA rating: 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg
For 2023 Honda dropped the front-wheel-drive EX-L, so all-wheel drive became standard on every Passport. The EX-L started at $41,100 and is rated 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg.
Go ifStandard AWD without paying TrailSport prices
Skip ifYou want all-terrain tires
Why #2 over #3: Its standard all-wheel drive beats the 2021 EX-L, where AWD was optional.
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2021 Honda Passport EX-L
Answrs VerdictThe best pre-facelift year.
Original MSRP: $36,610 (2WD) / $38,610 (AWD)New for 2021: 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard on all trimsLineup: Last year of the original styling; the 2022 facelift dropped the Sport and Touring trims
For 2021 every Passport got an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. The EX-L started at $36,610 with 2WD or $38,610 with AWD.
Go ifPhone mirroring and leather on a pre-facelift budget
Skip ifYou want the 2022 rugged front end
Why #3 over #4: Its lower original price beats the 2022 EX-L for buyers who do not need the facelift.
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2022 Honda Passport EX-L
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Answrs VerdictThe first facelift year.
Original MSRP: $37,870 (2WD) / $39,970 (AWD)Update: Facelift with a new front end; the EX-L became the entry trimStandard: Leather seating, one-touch power moonroof and 20-inch alloy wheels
The 2022 facelift brought a new front end and made the EX-L the entry trim, with leather seating, a one-touch power moonroof and 20-inch alloy wheels. It started at $37,870 with 2WD.
Go ifThe rugged new look with a front-drive option
Skip ifYou need AWD on every car on the lot
Why #4 over #5: Its $37,870 starting price is far below the $47,970 Black Edition.
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2024 Honda Passport Black Edition
Answrs VerdictThe luxury pick.
Original MSRP: $47,970 (AWD)Position: Replaced the Elite as the top trim for 2024Features: Ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, red-accented perforated leather and red accent lighting
The Black Edition replaced the Elite as the top trim for 2024, with ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, red-accented perforated leather and red accent lighting. It started at $47,970.
Go ifThe most luxurious third-generation Passport
Skip ifYou are shopping on price
Why #5 over #6: It adds the 2024 center console the 2022 Elite lacks.
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2022 Honda Passport Elite
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Answrs VerdictThe loaded facelift pick.
Original MSRP: $45,430 (AWD)Features: Standard AWD, unique 20-inch wheels, hands-free power tailgate, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats and heated steering wheelUpdate: Gets the 2022 facelift with the new front end
The 2022 Elite pairs the facelift with standard AWD, unique 20-inch wheels, a hands-free power tailgate, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats and a heated steering wheel. It started at $45,430.
Go ifHeated and ventilated seats with the new styling
Skip ifYou want the 2024 console upgrade
Why #6 over #7: Its heated and ventilated seats and new styling beat the 2020 EX-L.
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2020 Honda Passport EX-L
Answrs VerdictThe early-year EX-L.
Original MSRP: $36,410 (2WD) / $38,410 (AWD)Safety: 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from NHTSADriver aids: Blind spot information system standard on EX-L, Touring and EliteEPA rating: 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined mpg (2WD)
The 2020 Passport earned a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from NHTSA, and the EX-L has the blind spot information system as standard. It started at $36,410 with 2WD and is rated 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined mpg.
Go ifA well-equipped early Passport
Skip ifYou want CarPlay standard (2021 on)
Why #7 over #8: Its blind spot system and 5-star NHTSA score make it a better daily buy than the 2022 TrailSport.
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2022 Honda Passport TrailSport
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Answrs VerdictThe original TrailSport.
Original MSRP: $42,470 (AWD)Milestone: The first TrailSport model in Honda’s lineupFeatures: Off-road-tuned AWD, easy-clean leatherette interior with orange stitching, all-weather floor mats
The 2022 TrailSport was the first TrailSport in Honda’s lineup, with off-road-tuned AWD, an easy-clean leatherette interior with orange stitching and all-weather floor mats. It started at $42,470.
Go ifThe first-year TrailSport look
Skip ifYou want all-terrain tires (2024 on)
Why #8 over #9: Its facelift styling and standard AWD beat the 2019 EX-L.
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2019 Honda Passport EX-L
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Answrs VerdictThe launch-year EX-L.
Original MSRP: $36,410 (2WD) / $38,310 (AWD)Launch: Retail sales began February 2019; built in Lincoln, AlabamaSafety: IIHS Top Safety Pick
The 2019 Passport went on retail sale in February 2019, is built in Lincoln, Alabama, and was an IIHS Top Safety Pick. The EX-L started at $36,410 with 2WD.
Go ifAn early EX-L at a launch-year price
Skip ifYou want a touchscreen with CarPlay standard
Why #9 over #10: Its EX-L trim ranks above the base Sport.
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2019 Honda Passport Sport
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Answrs VerdictThe budget pick.
Original MSRP: $31,990 (2WD) / $33,890 (AWD)Position: Base trim; front-wheel drive standard, AWD optionalEngine: 3.5 L V6, 280 hp, 9-speed automatic
The 2019 Sport was the base trim, with front-wheel drive standard and AWD optional. Every Passport uses a 3.5 L V6 with 280 hp and a 9-speed automatic. It started at $31,990.
Go ifThe cheapest way into a V6 Passport
Skip ifYou want standard AWD (2023 on)
How we ranked these
We ranked each model year and trim on what it gives a used buyer today: drivetrain, off-road hardware, features and original price, using Honda’s own press releases and the Honda Passport record. Facts are taken from each maker's own published information; check the official site before you buy.
Questions people ask
What is the best year for the Honda Passport?
The 2024 Passport TrailSport, which added an off-road tuned suspension and the Passport’s first all-terrain tires.
Which Passport years have standard all-wheel drive?
From 2023 on. Honda dropped the front-wheel-drive EX-L for 2023, so every Passport has all-wheel drive.
When did the Passport get Apple CarPlay standard?
For 2021, when all trims got the 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Is there a newer Passport?
Yes. The fourth-generation Passport went on sale for 2026 with a 285 hp V6 and a 10-speed automatic.
Original MSRP (as published, before destination) at a glance
2019 Honda Passport Sport$31,990
2023 Honda Passport EX-L$41,100
2022 Honda Passport TrailSport$42,470
2024 Honda Passport TrailSport$44,500
2022 Honda Passport Elite$45,430
2024 Honda Passport Black Edition$47,970
Original MSRP (as published, before destination), as published by each maker. Picks without a published figure are left off.
