2027 Honda Passport Trim Levels: Every Difference From RT-L to TrailSport Elite Blackout
The 2027 Honda Passport comes in three trims: RT-L ($45,195), TrailSport ($49,995) and TrailSport Elite ($53,695). Two factory versions round out the lineup: the RT-L Towing adds a Class III hitch for +$700, and a Blackout package on the TrailSport and TrailSport Elite adds +$1,500. Every Passport shares a 280-hp 3.5-liter V6, 10-speed automatic, i-VTM4 all-wheel drive, a 5,000-lb tow rating and the full Honda Sensing suite. Stepping up to the TrailSport ($4,800 more) buys real trail hardware: 9.6 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, skid plates, recovery hooks, TrailWatch cameras and a factory hitch. The TrailSport Elite ($3,700 more) adds comfort: perforated leather, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a 12-speaker Bose system and a hands-free liftgate.
Most Queens shoppers ask the same thing: do I need the TrailSport, or is the RT-L enough for the city and the occasional run upstate? The honest answer depends on whether your weekends end on pavement or on dirt forest roads in the Catskills. Here's every difference between the trims, priced out.
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport in Sunset Orange
Every 2027 Passport Version and Price
- Leather-trimmed seats, heated up front
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, Google built-in, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto
- All-season tires, best fuel economy (21 mpg combined)
- Black or gray interior
- Everything on the RT-L
- Factory Class III trailer hitch with harness and hitch panel
- The lowest-priced Passport with a hitch
- 9.6 in. ground clearance, all-terrain tires, skid plates, recovery hooks
- TrailWatch and Multi-View Camera System
- Factory hitch, 115-volt outlets, panoramic moonroof
- Heated steering wheel, HondaTex synthetic-leather seats
- Everything on the TrailSport
- Black 18-inch alloys and black Honda badges
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
- Perforated leather, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats
- 700-watt Bose system with 12 speakers
- Hands-free liftgate with walk away close
- Rain-sensing wipers, rear-door sunshades
- Everything on the TrailSport Elite
- Black 18-inch alloys and black Honda badges
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
Find the Lowest-Priced Passport With the Feature You Want
Choose any feature to see the lowest-priced trim that has it and the premium over the RT-L.
What Each Passport Upgrade Costs
From RT-L to TrailSport Elite Blackout is $10,000. The biggest single jump, $4,100, is RT-L Towing to TrailSport, where the off-road hardware arrives.
Inside Each 2027 Passport Trim
Each trim builds on the one before it. The RT-L list is the full standard kit; after that, we list only what's added.
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport RT-L in Smoke Blue Pearl
Passport RT-L
Don't let 'base trim' fool you: the RT-L has leather, tri-zone climate, Google built-in and the full Honda Sensing suite. Pick it if you stay on pavement and want the best mileage.
- 265/60R18 all-season tires on 18-inch Shark Gray alloys
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and 10.2-inch digital gauges with Google built-in and Alexa Built-in
- Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto and phone charging; 9-speaker, 225-watt audio
- 8.3 inches of ground clearance and 19/25/21 mpg (EPA)
- 280-hp 3.5-liter V6 (258 lb-ft) with a 10-speed automatic and paddle shifters
- Full Honda Sensing, including blind spot information and front and rear parking sensors
- All-wheel drive (i-VTM4) with Trail Torque Logic, seven drive modes and hill descent control
- Three-zone automatic climate control
- Heated, leather-trimmed front seats; 10-way power driver's seat with two-position memory
- Power liftgate, remote start and Smart Entry for the front doors and liftgate
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport RT-L Towing in Sonic Gray Pearl
Passport RT-L Towing
Same RT-L, plus a factory-installed Class III trailer hitch with harness and hitch panel. If a camper, utility trailer or bass boat is in your future, this is the least expensive way to get a factory hitch.
- Everything on the RT-L
- Factory Class III trailer hitch with harness and hitch panel
- 5,000-lb towing capacity (same rating as every Passport)
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport in Sunset Orange
Passport TrailSport
This is the off-road Passport. Its 2027 suspension adds ground clearance, and it now includes TrailWatch and a heated wheel that used to be Elite-only.
- One-touch power panoramic moonroof; orange ambient lighting
- HondaTex synthetic leather and cloth seats with orange stitching; heated steering wheel
- Off-road-tuned suspension, 9.6 in. ground clearance, 25.4°/25.3° approach/departure
- TrailSport all-season floor mats; EPA 18/22/20 mpg
- 18-inch matte Shark Gray alloys with 275/60R18 all-terrain tires and black lug nuts
- LED fog lights, amber hood lights, amber DRLs; power-folding heated mirrors; heated wiper zone
- Honda Trail Experience (HTX)
- Integrated Class III hitch with 7-pin connector; 115-volt outlets (2nd row and cargo)
- Multi-View Camera System with TrailWatch and front and rear camera washers
- Engine and fuel-tank skid plates, high-visibility front and rear recovery hooks
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Blackout in Ash Green Metallic
Passport TrailSport Blackout
Identical equipment to the TrailSport with a darker look. It's purely cosmetic, and that's the point.
- Everything on the TrailSport
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
- 18-inch black alloy wheels
- Black Honda badges
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite in Platinum White Pearl
Passport TrailSport Elite
The same trail hardware as the TrailSport with a much nicer cabin: ventilated and heated seats, Bose audio and perforated leather.
- Tri-zone climate with second-row controls; integrated rear-door sunshades
- Hands-free power liftgate with walk away close; Smart Entry on all doors
- 18-inch Berlina Black machine-face alloys
- Rain-sensing wipers; auto-dimming side mirrors; puddle lights
- Acoustic front-door glass
- Perforated leather with contrast stitching and black piping (black, brown or gray)
- 700-watt Bose premium audio with 12 speakers
- Front lower seatback device pockets and upper seatback pockets
- Heated and ventilated front seats; heated outboard rear seats
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite Blackout in Sonic Gray Pearl
Passport TrailSport Elite Blackout
The top Passport, with black wheels, badges and skid garnishes.
- Everything on the TrailSport Elite
- 18-inch black alloy wheels in place of the machine-face wheels
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
- Black Honda badges
What Changes for the Worse as You Step Up
Most dealers only tell you what you gain. Here's what you lose.
RT-L to TrailSport
- Real leather. The TrailSport uses HondaTex synthetic leather and cloth; the RT-L has leather-trimmed seats.
- Interior color choice. The RT-L offers black or gray; the TrailSport is black only.
- Fuel economy: 19/25/21 mpg becomes 18/22/20, a 3-mpg drop on the highway.
- Headroom: front drops from 40.5 to 39.1 in. and rear from 40.7 to 39.6 in., and passenger volume from 119.1 to 115.4 cu ft.
- Departure angle: 27.1° on the RT-L versus 25.3° on the TrailSport, which trades some departure angle for its 25.4° approach angle and 9.6 in. of clearance.
- Low-profile height: the TrailSport stands 74.5 in. tall versus 73.1 in., worth checking if you add a roof box.
- Tire speed rating: the all-terrains are T-rated (113T) versus the RT-L's H-rated all-seasons (110H).
- Curb weight rises 198 lbs, from 4,478 to 4,676.
TrailSport to TrailSport Elite
- Orange ambient lighting gives way to white, though the steering wheel keeps orange stitching.
- The matte Shark Gray wheels are replaced by Berlina Black machine-face alloys.
- Curb weight rises 29 lbs to 4,705. Nothing functional goes away.
Standard to Blackout
- The standard wheel finish. Blackout wheels are black alloys on both TrailSport trims.
- $1,500, for appearance only. Capability and features don't change.
Five Passport Comparisons, Settled
RT-L vs. RT-L Towing
The $700 difference is the factory Class III hitch with harness and hitch panel. Every Passport is rated for 5,000 lbs, but towing takes hitch equipment, and the Towing version arrives with it. If towing to the boat launches out on Long Island is part of your summer, it's the simpler route.
RT-L Towing vs. TrailSport
$4,100 apart, and both have a factory hitch. The TrailSport adds clearance, all-terrain tires, skid plates and TrailWatch, plus a moonroof, heated wheel and 115-volt outlets. The RT-L Towing keeps leather, the gray interior option and better highway mileage.
TrailSport vs. TrailSport Elite
The $3,700 step is all comfort: ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, perforated leather, Bose audio, a hands-free liftgate and rain-sensing wipers. Off-road hardware is identical. If you sit in your Passport through a hot July around Woodside, the ventilated seats alone make the case.
TrailSport Blackout vs. TrailSport Elite
$2,200 separates them, and they solve different wants. Blackout is the look; Elite is the comfort. If you want both, the Elite Blackout combines them.
TrailSport Elite vs. Elite Blackout
$1,500 buys black wheels, black badges and black skid garnishes. Everything else is identical.
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What Every 2027 Passport Includes
Even the $45,195 RT-L gets the full powertrain, the complete Honda Sensing suite and the same tech package as the TrailSport Elite.
Under the hood
- 280-hp direct-injected 3.5-liter V6 with 258 lb-ft
- 10-speed automatic, push-button shift-by-wire and paddles
- i-VTM4 all-wheel drive with Trail Torque Logic
- Seven modes, including Snow, Tow, Trail and Sand
- Hill descent control, hill start assist and trailer stability assist
- Rated to tow 5,000 lbs
Driver assistance
- Honda Sensing: CMBS with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise with Low-Speed Follow, LKAS with Traffic Jam Assist, Road Departure Mitigation
- Blind spot information with cross traffic monitor
- Front and rear parking sensors, Low-Speed Braking Control
- Traffic Sign Recognition, driver attention monitor, auto high beams
- Knee airbags for driver and front passenger
- Rear Seat Reminder, TPMS with Tire Fill Assist
Connectivity
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and 10.2-inch digital cluster
- Google built-in and Alexa Built-in
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Wireless phone charger, Wi-Fi hotspot capability
- USB-C: one data and one charging port up front, two charging ports for the second row
- HondaLink Connected Services
Everyday comfort
- Heated front seats; 10-way power driver's seat with memory and lumbar
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Power liftgate and remote engine start
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat; 44 cu ft behind it
- Cargo bins with hidden storage well
- Black roof rails
2027 Passport Changes
A taller TrailSport
TrailSport trims ride on a reengineered suspension with 9.6 in. of clearance (the RT-L has 8.3 in.) and improved approach, breakover and departure angles over the 2026 TrailSport.
New TrailSport look
More pronounced fender flares, a darker resculpted lower front fascia, a reshaped front skid plate and amber LED hood lights.
Elite features move down
The TrailSport now includes TrailWatch and a heated steering wheel, both previously reserved for the TrailSport Elite.
Blackout gets darker
The Blackout package adds black front and rear fascias to its black wheels and badges.
Smoke Blue Pearl
A new blue replaces Obsidian Blue Pearl on all trims.
Higher prices
MSRP is up $245 on the RT-L, $1,345 on the TrailSport and $1,045 on the TrailSport Elite.
2027 Passport Size: Will It Fit Your Life?
Every Passport is 191.5 inches long, about the same as a midsize sedan, and it has a 39-foot turning circle and front and rear parking sensors for tight Queens parking. The TrailSport rides 1.4 inches taller at 74.5 inches, so check posted clearances before you pull into a parking garage with a roof box.
| Measurement | RT-L / RT-L Towing | TrailSport trims |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 73.1 in. | 74.5 in. |
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in. | 113.8 in. |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in. | 9.6 in. |
| Approach / departure | 23.0° / 27.1° | 25.4° / 25.3° |
| Headroom, front / rear | 40.5 / 40.7 in. | 39.1 / 39.6 in. |
| Max cargo | 104.6 cu ft | 104.4 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 4,478 lbs | 4,676 to 4,705 lbs |
Complete 2027 Passport Specs
Every version in one set of tables. Use the filter to show only the rows that differ.
Engine
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6, direct injection | 3.5L V6, direct injection | 3.5L V6, direct injection | 3.5L V6, direct injection | 3.5L V6, direct injection | 3.5L V6, direct injection |
| Displacement | 3,471 cc | 3,471 cc | 3,471 cc | 3,471 cc | 3,471 cc | 3,471 cc |
| Horsepower (SAE net) | 280 @ 6,100 rpm | 280 @ 6,100 rpm | 280 @ 6,100 rpm | 280 @ 6,100 rpm | 280 @ 6,100 rpm | 280 @ 6,100 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) | 258 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm | 6,500 rpm | 6,500 rpm | 6,500 rpm | 6,500 rpm | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 24-valve DOHC, Dual VTC | 24-valve DOHC, Dual VTC | 24-valve DOHC, Dual VTC | 24-valve DOHC, Dual VTC | 24-valve DOHC, Dual VTC | 24-valve DOHC, Dual VTC |
| Bore x stroke | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm | 89 x 93 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Variable Cylinder Management | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Idle-stop | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Emissions rating | LEV4 ULEV70 | LEV4 ULEV70 | LEV4 ULEV70 | LEV4 ULEV70 | LEV4 ULEV70 | LEV4 ULEV70 |
| Tune-up interval | 100k +/- miles, no scheduled tune-ups | 100k +/- miles, no scheduled tune-ups | 100k +/- miles, no scheduled tune-ups | 100k +/- miles, no scheduled tune-ups | 100k +/- miles, no scheduled tune-ups | 100k +/- miles, no scheduled tune-ups |
Drivetrain
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-wheel drive | i-VTM4 (2nd gen) | i-VTM4 (2nd gen) | i-VTM4 (2nd gen) | i-VTM4 (2nd gen) | i-VTM4 (2nd gen) | i-VTM4 (2nd gen) |
| Trail Torque Logic | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic, shift-by-wire, paddle shifters | 10-speed automatic, shift-by-wire, paddle shifters | 10-speed automatic, shift-by-wire, paddle shifters | 10-speed automatic, shift-by-wire, paddle shifters | 10-speed automatic, shift-by-wire, paddle shifters | 10-speed automatic, shift-by-wire, paddle shifters |
| Drive modes | Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand | Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand | Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand | Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand | Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand | Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand |
| 1st / 10th gear ratio | 5.246 / 0.517 | 5.246 / 0.517 | 5.246 / 0.517 | 5.246 / 0.517 | 5.246 / 0.517 | 5.246 / 0.517 |
| Final drive | 4.167 | 4.167 | 4.167 | 4.167 | 4.167 | 4.167 |
Fuel economy
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPA city / hwy / combined | 19 / 25 / 21 | 19 / 25 / 21 | 18 / 22 / 20 | 18 / 22 / 20 | 18 / 22 / 20 | 18 / 22 / 20 |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
| Recommended fuel | Regular unleaded | Regular unleaded | Regular unleaded | Regular unleaded | Regular unleaded | Regular unleaded |
Chassis and suspension
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear | MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear | MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear | MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear | MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear | MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear |
| Off-road-tuned suspension | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Underbody skid plates | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Stabilizer bars, front / rear (mm) | 25 x 4.5 tubular / 24.7 x 4.7 tubular | 25 x 4.5 tubular / 24.7 x 4.7 tubular | 24.2 x 4.5 tubular / 17 solid | 24.2 x 4.5 tubular / 17 solid | 24.2 x 4.5 tubular / 17 solid | 24.2 x 4.5 tubular / 17 solid |
| Steering | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion, 15.6:1 | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion, 15.6:1 | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion, 15.6:1 | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion, 15.6:1 | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion, 15.6:1 | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion, 15.6:1 |
| Turning diameter | 39 ft | 39 ft | 39 ft | 39 ft | 39 ft | 39 ft |
| Brakes (front / rear) | 13.8 in. ventilated / 13.0 in. solid disc | 13.8 in. ventilated / 13.0 in. solid disc | 13.8 in. ventilated / 13.0 in. solid disc | 13.8 in. ventilated / 13.0 in. solid disc | 13.8 in. ventilated / 13.0 in. solid disc | 13.8 in. ventilated / 13.0 in. solid disc |
Wheels and tires
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 18 in. Shark Gray alloy | 18 in. Shark Gray alloy | 18 in. matte Shark Gray alloy | 18 in. black alloy | 18 in. Berlina Black machine-face alloy | 18 in. black alloy |
| Tires | 265/60R18 110H all-season | 265/60R18 110H all-season | 275/60R18 113T all-terrain | 275/60R18 113T all-terrain | 275/60R18 113T all-terrain | 275/60R18 113T all-terrain |
| Black lug nuts | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Spare | T155/85D18 compact | T155/85D18 compact | T155/85D18 compact | T155/85D18 compact | T155/85D18 compact | T155/85D18 compact |
Exterior dimensions
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 191.5 in. | 191.5 in. | 191.5 in. | 191.5 in. | 191.5 in. | 191.5 in. |
| Width | 79.4 in. | 79.4 in. | 79.4 in. | 79.4 in. | 79.4 in. | 79.4 in. |
| Height | 73.1 in. | 73.1 in. | 74.5 in. | 74.5 in. | 74.5 in. | 74.5 in. |
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in. | 113.6 in. | 113.8 in. | 113.8 in. | 113.8 in. | 113.8 in. |
| Track, front / rear | 68.0 / 68.2 in. | 68.0 / 68.2 in. | 68.2 / 68.5 in. | 68.2 / 68.5 in. | 68.2 / 68.5 in. | 68.2 / 68.5 in. |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in. | 8.3 in. | 9.6 in. | 9.6 in. | 9.6 in. | 9.6 in. |
| Approach / departure | 23.0° / 27.1° | 23.0° / 27.1° | 25.4° / 25.3° | 25.4° / 25.3° | 25.4° / 25.3° | 25.4° / 25.3° |
Interior and cargo
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom, front / rear | 40.5 / 40.7 in. | 40.5 / 40.7 in. | 39.1 / 39.6 in. | 39.1 / 39.6 in. | 39.1 / 39.6 in. | 39.1 / 39.6 in. |
| Legroom, front / rear | 41.1 / 40.9 in. | 41.1 / 40.9 in. | 41.1 / 40.9 in. | 41.1 / 40.9 in. | 41.1 / 40.9 in. | 41.1 / 40.9 in. |
| Shoulder room, front / rear | 61.9 / 61.7 in. | 61.9 / 61.7 in. | 61.9 / 61.7 in. | 61.9 / 61.7 in. | 61.9 / 61.7 in. | 61.9 / 61.7 in. |
| Hip room, front / rear | 58.3 / 57.4 in. | 58.3 / 57.4 in. | 58.3 / 57.4 in. | 58.3 / 57.4 in. | 58.3 / 57.4 in. | 58.3 / 57.4 in. |
| Passenger volume | 119.1 cu ft | 119.1 cu ft | 115.4 cu ft | 115.4 cu ft | 115.4 cu ft | 115.4 cu ft |
| Cargo behind 2nd row | 44 cu ft | 44 cu ft | 44 cu ft | 44 cu ft | 44 cu ft | 44 cu ft |
| Cargo behind 1st row, standard / max | 83.8 / 104.6 cu ft | 83.8 / 104.6 cu ft | 83.2 / 104.4 cu ft | 83.2 / 104.4 cu ft | 83.2 / 104.4 cu ft | 83.2 / 104.4 cu ft |
Weight and towing
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 4,478 lbs | 4,478 lbs | 4,676 lbs | 4,676 lbs | 4,705 lbs | 4,705 lbs |
| Weight distribution, front / rear | 58.6 / 41.4% | 58.6 / 41.4% | 57.9 / 42.1% | 57.9 / 42.1% | 57.8 / 42.2% | 57.8 / 42.2% |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Class III hitch with harness | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Trailer stability assist | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Honda Sensing
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collision Mitigation Braking with pedestrian detection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise with Low-Speed Follow | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist with Traffic Jam Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Road Departure Mitigation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Blind spot info with cross traffic monitor | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driver attention monitor | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Low-Speed Braking Control | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Parking sensors (4 front, 4 rear) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Auto high-beam headlights | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Safety and cameras
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front, knee, side and side-curtain airbags | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Post-Collision Braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Reminder | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS with Tire Fill Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rearview camera | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-View Camera System | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TrailWatch | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front and rear camera washers | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Audio and connectivity
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touchscreen / instrument cluster | 12.3 in. / 10.2 in. digital | 12.3 in. / 10.2 in. digital | 12.3 in. / 10.2 in. digital | 12.3 in. / 10.2 in. digital | 12.3 in. / 10.2 in. digital | 12.3 in. / 10.2 in. digital |
| Audio | 225-watt, 9 speakers | 225-watt, 9 speakers | 225-watt, 9 speakers | 225-watt, 9 speakers | 700-watt Bose, 12 speakers | 700-watt Bose, 12 speakers |
| Google built-in and Alexa Built-in | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless phone charger | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Honda Trail Experience (HTX) | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 115-volt outlets (2nd row and cargo) | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Seats and interior
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat material | Leather with cloth accents | Leather with cloth accents | HondaTex and cloth, orange stitching | HondaTex and cloth, orange stitching | Perforated leather, contrast stitching | Perforated leather, contrast stitching |
| Heated front seats | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated front seats | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Heated rear outboard seats | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tri-zone climate | Tri-zone | Tri-zone | Tri-zone | Tri-zone | Tri-zone with 2nd-row controls | Tri-zone with 2nd-row controls |
| Ambient lighting | White | White | Orange | Orange | White | White |
| Integrated rear-door sunshades | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Floor mats | Carpeted | Carpeted | TrailSport all-season | TrailSport all-season | TrailSport all-season | TrailSport all-season |
Exterior features
| RT-L | RT-L Towing | TrailSport | TrailSport Blackout | TrailSport Elite | TrailSport Elite Blackout | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LED headlights and taillights | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime running lights | White LED | White LED | Amber LED | Amber LED | Amber LED | Amber LED |
| LED fog lights and amber hood lights | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic moonroof | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Heated wiper zone | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic front side glass | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Side mirrors | Heated | Heated | Heated, power-folding | Heated, power-folding | Heated, power-folding, auto-dimming | Heated, power-folding, auto-dimming |
| Liftgate | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power, hands-free with walk away close | Power, hands-free with walk away close |
| Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock | Front doors and liftgate | Front doors and liftgate | Front doors and liftgate | Front doors and liftgate | All doors and liftgate | All doors and liftgate |
| Puddle lights | — | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| High-visibility recovery hooks | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Black Honda badges and skid garnishes | — | — | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| Black roof rails | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passport Test-Drive Checklist for Woodside Drivers
Drive two trims on the same route and check these off.
- Merge onto the BQE or the Long Island Expressway and feel how the V6 and 10-speed pull. Set adaptive cruise and let it follow traffic.
- Check your garage: the TrailSport is 74.5 in. tall, 1.4 in. taller than the RT-L.
- Fold the 60/40 rear seat and load what you actually haul: a cooler, a stroller, a kayak paddle. You get 44 cu ft behind the rear seat.
- Ride in the back of both trims. The TrailSport's moonroof trims rear headroom from 40.7 to 39.6 in.
- Pair your phone and sign into Google built-in before you leave the lot so you're testing your own maps and music.
- On a hot day, try the TrailSport Elite's ventilated seats against the TrailSport's HondaTex. It's the clearest way to judge that $3,700 step.
- Have us show you TrailWatch and the Multi-View cameras in the lot; they're most useful at tight trailheads and steep driveways.
- If you can, take both trims toward Seven Lakes Drive through Harriman State Park. Listen for the difference between the RT-L's all-season tires and the TrailSport's all-terrains.
- Bring your trailer plug type. The TrailSport's hitch uses a 7-pin connector.
2027 Honda Passport Trim FAQs
What trims does the 2027 Honda Passport come in?
Three: RT-L, TrailSport and TrailSport Elite. Honda also sells an RT-L Towing with a factory hitch and Blackout versions of both TrailSport trims, for six configurations in all.
How much does the 2027 Honda Passport cost?
MSRP is $45,195 for the RT-L, $45,895 for the RT-L Towing, $49,995 for the TrailSport, $51,495 for the TrailSport Blackout, $53,695 for the TrailSport Elite and $55,195 for the TrailSport Elite Blackout. Add the $1,595 destination charge and $455 for premium paint colors.
What is the difference between the Passport RT-L and TrailSport?
The TrailSport adds off-road hardware: an off-road-tuned suspension with 9.6 in. of ground clearance (vs. 8.3 in.), all-terrain tires, skid plates, recovery hooks, TrailWatch cameras and a factory hitch. It also adds a panoramic moonroof, heated steering wheel and 115-volt outlets. The RT-L keeps leather-trimmed seats, a gray interior option and better fuel economy. The TrailSport costs $4,800 more.
What's the difference between the TrailSport and TrailSport Elite?
Comfort. The Elite adds perforated leather, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, Bose audio, second-row climate controls, a hands-free liftgate, rain-sensing wipers and sunshades for $3,700 more. Off-road equipment is the same.
What does the RT-L Towing add?
A factory Class III trailer hitch with harness and hitch panel, for $700 over the RT-L. Nothing else changes.
What comes with the Passport Blackout package?
Black 18-inch alloy wheels, black Honda badges and black front and rear skid garnishes, for $1,500 on the TrailSport or TrailSport Elite. Equipment and capability are unchanged.
Is all-wheel drive standard on the 2027 Passport?
Yes. Every 2027 Passport has i-VTM4 all-wheel drive with torque vectoring, Trail Torque Logic and seven drive modes, including Trail, Sand and Snow.
Can the 2027 Passport tow a camper or boat?
Up to 5,000 lbs on any trim when properly equipped. The RT-L Towing and TrailSport trims come with a Class III hitch from the factory; premium fuel is recommended above 3,500 lbs.
Which 2027 Passport trims have leather seats?
The RT-L has leather-trimmed seats with cloth accents, and the TrailSport Elite has perforated leather. The TrailSport uses durable HondaTex synthetic leather and cloth with orange stitching.
How many seats does the 2027 Passport have?
Five, in two rows. The Passport has no third row; the Honda Pilot is the three-row option.
Is the 2027 Passport TrailSport lifted?
It rides higher than the RT-L. Honda reengineered the TrailSport suspension for 2027, giving 9.6 inches of ground clearance versus 8.3 inches on the RT-L.
What gas mileage does the 2027 Passport get?
The RT-L is EPA-rated at 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg. TrailSport trims are rated at 18 city, 22 highway and 20 combined. All run on regular unleaded fuel and have an 18.5-gallon tank.
What engine is in the 2027 Honda Passport?
Every trim uses a 3.5-liter direct-injected V6 rated at 280 hp and 258 lb-ft, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.
Does the Passport RT-L have a heated steering wheel?
No. A heated steering wheel is standard on the TrailSport and TrailSport Elite, but not the RT-L.
Which 2027 Passport trim is best for Queens and Long Island?
For paved drives like Seven Lakes Drive through Harriman State Park, any Passport works, and the RT-L's all-season tires and mileage suit them. For dirt forest roads up in the Catskills, the TrailSport's clearance, all-terrain tires and skid plates are worth it.
Which 2027 Passport has ventilated seats?
Only the TrailSport Elite, including the Elite Blackout. It also adds heated outboard rear seats.
Does the 2027 Passport have Google built-in?
Yes, on every trim, along with Alexa Built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless phone charger.
What changed on the 2027 Passport?
TrailSport trims got a taller reengineered suspension (9.6 in. clearance), a new front fascia and amber hood lights; the TrailSport added TrailWatch and a heated wheel; Blackout added black fascias; and Smoke Blue Pearl replaced Obsidian Blue Pearl.
What is the 2027 Passport's cargo space?
44 cu ft behind the rear seat on every trim, and up to 104.6 cu ft (RT-L) or 104.4 cu ft (TrailSport trims) with it folded.
Compare Passport Trims in Person at Paragon Honda
The fastest way to decide is to drive two trims on the same route. Our team is minutes from Citi Field and LaGuardia; call ahead and we'll have both ready.
MSRP excludes tax, license, registration, $1,595 destination charge, $455 premium paint charge where applicable, and dealer-installed options and accessories. Prices with destination add the $1,595 destination charge only. Dealer prices may vary.
Specifications and features reviewed October 2026 and subject to change.
Based on 2027 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
Towing requires properly equipped vehicle and accessory equipment as applicable. Premium unleaded fuel is recommended when towing more than 3,500 lbs. See the owner's manual for towing details.
Honda Sensing and other driver-assistive features cannot detect all objects or conditions and are not a substitute for safe driving. The driver remains responsible for safely operating the vehicle and avoiding collisions.
Off-road driving is not permitted in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Always follow posted rules and obtain required permits for off-road parks. Photos are representative factory renders and may show optional equipment.
