2027 Honda Passport Trim Levels: Every Difference From RT-L to TrailSport Elite Blackout
The 2027 Honda Passport is sold in three trims, RT-L at $45,195, TrailSport at $49,995 and TrailSport Elite at $53,695, plus two factory versions: RT-L Towing, which adds a Class III hitch for $700, and Blackout, a $1,500 appearance package for both TrailSport trims. All six share the 280-hp 3.5-liter V6, 10-speed automatic, i-VTM4 all-wheel drive, 5,000-lb tow rating and Honda Sensing. The $4,800 jump to TrailSport is about capability: 9.6 inches of clearance, all-terrain tires, skid plates, recovery hooks, TrailWatch and a hitch. The $3,700 jump to TrailSport Elite is about comfort: perforated leather, ventilated and heated seats front and rear, Bose audio and a hands-free liftgate.
For Metro Detroit, the Passport trim question usually comes down to winter and weekends. Every trim has all-wheel drive and a Snow mode, so the RT-L handles I-696 in January just fine. The TrailSport earns its premium if you're towing to Lake St. Clair or heading to an ORV park up north.
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite in Platinum White Pearl
Passport Trims, Prices and What Each Adds
- Leather-trimmed, heated front seats and tri-zone climate
- Wireless CarPlay, Android Auto and Google built-in
- Best mileage in the lineup: 19/25/21 mpg
- Black or gray cabin
- RT-L equipment
- Factory hitch with wiring and hitch panel
- Cheapest path to towing from the factory
- Trail hardware: 9.6 in. clearance, all-terrains, skid plates, hooks
- TrailWatch cameras with washers
- Hitch, moonroof and 115-volt power
- Heated wheel; HondaTex seats
- TrailSport equipment
- Black wheels and badges
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
- Ventilated front and heated rear seats
- Perforated leather in three colors
- Bose 12-speaker audio
- Hands-free liftgate, rain-sensing wipers
- TrailSport Elite equipment
- Black wheels and badges
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
2027 Passport Equipment by 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
The RT-L is a fully equipped two-row SUV, not a stripped base model. It's the right pick if your driving is mostly pavement, you want real leather in black or gray, and you'd like the best fuel economy in the lineup.
- 18-inch Shark Gray alloys with 265/60R18 all-season tires
- i-VTM4 all-wheel drive, Trail Torque Logic, 7 drive modes, hill descent control
- Leather-trimmed seats with cloth accents; heated front seats; 10-way power driver's seat with memory
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Honda Sensing with front and rear parking sensors and blind spot information
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, Google built-in, Alexa Built-in
- 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp, 258 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic with paddle shifters
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charger, 225-watt 9-speaker audio
- Power liftgate, remote engine start, Smart Entry (front doors and liftgate)
- 8.3 in. ground clearance; EPA 19/25/21 mpg
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport RT-L Towing in Sonic Gray Pearl
Passport RT-L Towing
The RT-L with a factory Class III hitch and wiring. It's the lowest-priced Passport that's ready to tow out of the box.
- Everything on the RT-L
- 5,000-lb towing capacity (same rating as every Passport)
- Factory Class III trailer hitch with harness and hitch panel
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.
- Off-road-tuned suspension with 9.6 in. of clearance and 25.4°/25.3° approach and departure angles
- Skid plates for the engine and fuel tank, plus high-visibility recovery hooks at both ends
- TrailSport all-season floor mats; 18/22/20 mpg (EPA)
- Panoramic power moonroof and orange ambient lighting
- Honda Trail Experience (HTX)
- LED fog lights, amber hood lights and amber DRLs; heated, power-folding mirrors; heated wiper zone
- Factory Class III hitch with 7-pin connector, and 115-volt outlets in the second row and cargo area
- Heated steering wheel and HondaTex synthetic-leather seats with orange stitching
- 275/60R18 all-terrain tires on matte Shark Gray 18-inch alloys, with black lug nuts
- TrailWatch and the Multi-View Camera System, with front and rear camera washers
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Blackout in Ash Green Metallic
Passport TrailSport Blackout
Everything the TrailSport has, with black wheels, badges and skid garnishes. Nothing functional changes.
- Everything on the TrailSport
- 18-inch black alloy wheels
- Black Honda badges
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite in Platinum White Pearl
Passport TrailSport Elite
Everything the TrailSport can do, with the cabin upgraded for long drives. Nothing functional is taken away.
- Bose premium audio: 700 watts, 12 speakers
- Rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming side mirrors and puddle lights
- Hands-free liftgate with walk away close, and Smart Entry on every door
- Perforated leather with contrast stitching and black piping, in black, brown or gray
- Acoustic glass in the front doors
- Ventilated and heated front seats, heated outboard rear seats
- 18-inch Berlina Black machine-face wheels
- Second-row climate controls and built-in rear-door sunshades
- Device pockets on the front seatbacks, plus upper seatback pockets
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.
- All TrailSport Elite equipment
- Black skid garnishes, front and rear
- Black 18-inch alloys instead of machine-face wheels
- Black Honda badges
Pick a Feature, See the Cheapest Trim With It
Choose any feature to see the lowest-priced trim that has it and the premium over the RT-L.
The Trade-Offs of Moving Up a Trim
Upgrades come with a few trade-offs. Here they are, up front.
RT-L to TrailSport
- Leather. The RT-L's seats are leather-trimmed; the TrailSport's are HondaTex synthetic leather and cloth.
- A gray cabin. The TrailSport comes in black only; the RT-L offers black or gray.
- Mileage: 21 mpg combined drops to 20, and highway goes from 25 to 22 mpg.
- Headroom: 1.4 in. less up front (39.1 vs. 40.5 in.) and 1.1 in. less in back, with passenger volume falling from 119.1 to 115.4 cu ft.
- Departure angle: 25.3° on the TrailSport vs. 27.1° on the RT-L, even though approach angle and clearance improve.
- Height: 74.5 in. vs. 73.1 in., which matters with a roof box or a low garage.
- Tire speed rating: T-rated all-terrains (113T) instead of H-rated all-seasons (110H).
- Weight: 198 lbs more (4,676 vs. 4,478 lbs).
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.
2027 Passport Pricing, Step by Step
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.
Which 2027 Passport Trim Is Right for You?
Five questions, one recommendation, and a link to matching inventory on our lot.
Five Passport Comparisons, Settled
RT-L vs. RT-L Towing
$700 buys the factory Class III hitch with harness and hitch panel. Both are rated for 5,000 lbs, but the rating assumes proper hitch equipment. Towing requires hitch equipment, and the Towing version has it from the factory. If you'll ever pull a trailer to Lake St. Clair or a campground, 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 Roseville, the ventilated seats alone make the case.
TrailSport Blackout vs. TrailSport Elite
These are $2,200 apart, and they answer different questions: do you want the darker look (Blackout) or the nicer cabin (Elite)?
TrailSport Elite vs. Elite Blackout
The last $1,500 is cosmetic: black wheels, badges and skid garnishes on an otherwise identical TrailSport Elite.
What's New on the 2027 Passport
Higher TrailSport ride height
Honda reengineered the TrailSport suspension for 9.6 in. of ground clearance (8.3 in. on the RT-L) and better approach, breakover and departure angles.
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.
New paint
Smoke Blue Pearl replaces Obsidian Blue Pearl across the lineup.
Pricing
MSRP rises $245 on the RT-L, $1,345 on the TrailSport and $1,045 on the TrailSport Elite.
Standard on Every 2027 Passport
Even the $45,195 RT-L gets the full powertrain, the complete Honda Sensing suite and the same tech package as the TrailSport Elite.
Powertrain
- 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
Safety
- 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
Tech
- 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
Comfort and utility
- 10-way power driver's seat with memory and power lumbar; heated front seats
- Three-zone automatic climate
- Power liftgate and remote start
- 60/40 folding rear seat with 44 cu ft of cargo space behind it
- Hidden under-floor storage and cargo bins
- Black roof rails
How to Test-Drive a Passport in Macomb County
A test drive tells you more than any feature list, if you know what to look for.
- Fold the rear seat and load what you really carry. There's 44 cu ft behind the second row.
- Pair your phone and sign into Google built-in before you leave the lot so you're testing your own maps and music.
- Measure your garage door if you plan on a roof box. The TrailSport stands 74.5 in. tall before you add anything up top.
- Ask us to demo TrailWatch and the Multi-View Camera System in the lot. It's most useful nosing into a tight trailhead or a steep driveway.
- 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.
- Towing? Bring your trailer's plug type. The TrailSport hitch has a 7-pin connector; check whether you'll need an adapter.
- If you can, take both trims toward Lake Shore Drive along Lake St. Clair. Listen for the difference between the RT-L's all-season tires and the TrailSport's all-terrains.
- Merge onto I-94 or I-696 and feel how the V6 and 10-speed pull. Set adaptive cruise and let it follow traffic.
- Ride in the back of both trims. The TrailSport's moonroof trims rear headroom from 40.7 to 39.6 in.
2027 Passport Size: Will It Fit Your Life?
At 191.5 inches long the Passport fits a standard Macomb County garage or driveway, and the TrailSport's 74.5-inch height still clears a 7-foot garage door. Add a roof box or bike rack and you'll want to measure first.
| 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 |
2027 Honda Passport Specs by Trim
Six columns, every spec. Filter to the differences with one tap.
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 Trim Questions, Answered
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.
Should I buy the Passport RT-L or the TrailSport?
Buy the RT-L if you stay on pavement and want leather, a gray interior option and the best mileage. Buy the TrailSport ($4,800 more) if you'll use 9.6 in. of clearance, all-terrain tires, skid plates, TrailWatch or the included hitch.
Is the TrailSport Elite worth it?
It's worth it if comfort matters. For $3,700 over the TrailSport you get perforated leather, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, Bose audio with 12 speakers, second-row climate controls, a hands-free liftgate, rain-sensing wipers and rear-door sunshades.
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.
Is the Passport Blackout just cosmetic?
Yes. For $1,500 you get black wheels, black Honda badges and black front and rear skid garnishes; features and capability match the non-Blackout trim.
Does every 2027 Passport have all-wheel drive?
Yes. i-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD is standard, with Trail Torque Logic and seven modes: Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail and Sand.
How much can the 2027 Honda Passport tow?
Every 2027 Passport is rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped. The RT-L Towing, TrailSport and TrailSport Elite come with a factory Class III hitch. Premium fuel is recommended when towing more than 3,500 lbs.
What is HondaTex?
It's the durable synthetic leather Honda uses, with cloth, on the Passport TrailSport's seats. The RT-L uses leather-trimmed seats and the TrailSport Elite uses perforated leather.
Which 2027 Passport trim is best for Macomb County?
For paved drives like Lake Shore Drive along Lake St. Clair, any Passport works, and the RT-L's all-season tires and mileage suit them. For two-track and gravel roads up north, the TrailSport's clearance, all-terrain tires and skid plates are worth it. Permit areas like Holly Oaks ORV Park in Holly, which allows full-size 4x4s with a park ticket and DNR ORV stickers are where its skid plates and recovery hooks pay off.
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.
How much ground clearance does the 2027 Passport TrailSport have?
9.6 inches, versus 8.3 inches on the RT-L. Honda reengineered the TrailSport suspension for 2027.
Does the 2027 Passport need premium gas?
No. Regular unleaded is recommended. Honda does recommend premium fuel when towing more than 3,500 lbs. EPA ratings are 19/25/21 mpg (RT-L) and 18/22/20 (TrailSport trims).
What engine does the Passport TrailSport have?
The same engine as every Passport: a 3.5-liter V6 with 280 hp and 258 lb-ft, paired with a 10-speed automatic.
Does the 2027 Passport TrailSport have a heated steering wheel?
Yes, new for 2027. The TrailSport Elite has one too; the RT-L doesn't.
Which 2027 Passport has ventilated seats?
Only the TrailSport Elite, including the Elite Blackout. It also adds heated outboard rear seats.
Does every 2027 Passport have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, along with Google built-in, Alexa Built-in, a wireless phone charger and a 12.3-inch touchscreen.
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 Jeffrey Honda
We'll line up an RT-L and a TrailSport so you can drive them back to back on the same roads, then price out the one you like. Find us in Roseville, close to I-94 and I-696.
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.
