What's New for 2027
The biggest structural change for 2027 is the expansion of the TrailSport sub-brand into four dedicated trim levels, giving buyers a clear off-road pathway from the base TrailSport all the way through the TrailSport Elite Blackout. Ground clearance on TrailSport trims reaches 9.6 inches, up from the RTL's 8.3 inches, thanks to an off-road tuned suspension that raises ride height by approximately one inch. All-terrain tires sized 275/60R18 replace the RTL's all-season rubber on every TrailSport variant, and TrailSport trims also gain underbody skid plates, amber hood lights, and high-visibility recovery hooks as standard equipment.
The TrailWatch multi-angle camera system is now standard on all TrailSport trims, giving drivers real-time views of tire path, pitch, roll, elevation, and direction while navigating trails. Google built-in, including three months of an unlimited data plan for in-vehicle apps, is standard across the full lineup. The 12.3-inch color touchscreen and 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster carry over and remain standard on every trim. The RTL Towing adds a factory-integrated Class III trailer hitch, addressing a gap for buyers who want towing capability without stepping up to the TrailSport tier.
EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2027 Honda Passport
Trim Lineup
The 2027 Passport is offered in six trims, all with AWD standard.
RTL AWD
RTL AWD is the entry point. It includes the 12.3-inch touchscreen, 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless phone charger, four USB-C ports, tri-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic moonroof, heated front seats, a 10-way power driver's seat, Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock on front doors and tailgate, and a standard power liftgate. Seating is leather and cloth.
RTL Towing AWD
RTL Towing AWD adds an integrated Class III trailer hitch with wiring harness from the factory. All RTL content carries over. This trim is the focused choice for buyers who need 5,000-lb towing capacity without the off-road hardware of the TrailSport.
TrailSport AWD
TrailSport AWD steps into the off-road tier. It adds 275/60R18 all-terrain tires, the off-road tuned suspension with 9.6 inches of ground clearance, underbody skid plates, amber hood lights, high-visibility recovery hooks, TrailWatch multi-angle camera, 115-volt power outlets in the second row and rear cargo area, amber LED daytime running lights, black roof rails, and durable HondaTex seating with TrailSport orange stitching and accents.
TrailSport Blackout AWD
TrailSport Blackout AWD layers a blacked-out exterior aesthetic onto the TrailSport. It swaps the wheels for 18-inch black alloys, adds black Honda badges, gloss black power-folding side mirrors, black door handles, and black front and rear skid garnishes. All TrailSport capability content is retained.
TrailSport Elite AWD
TrailSport Elite AWD is the full-feature TrailSport. It upgrades the interior to perforated leather with contrast stitching and black piping, adds ventilated front seats, rear outboard heated seats, a heated steering wheel, the 12-speaker Bose premium audio system, a hands-free power liftgate with Walk Away Close, integrated rear door sunshades, auto-dimming side mirrors, Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock on all doors and tailgate, TrailSport all-season floor mats, active noise cancellation, and a driver attention monitor.
TrailSport Elite Blackout AWD
TrailSport Elite Blackout AWD applies the same blacked-out exterior package (black alloy wheels, black badges, gloss black mirrors and door handles) to the fully loaded TrailSport Elite content.
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Performance and Powertrain
Every 2027 Passport uses the same 3.5-liter V6 DOHC 24-valve engine with direct injection and i-VTEC with Variable Timing Control. Output is rated at 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. The 10-speed automatic transmission includes a Shift-By-Wire system and paddle shifters for manual gear selection. All-wheel drive is standard on every trim through Honda's second-generation i-VTM4 system with Trail Torque Logic, which distributes torque to individual rear wheels independently for better grip on loose or uneven surfaces.
RTL and RTL Towing trims are EPA-rated at 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg on regular unleaded. TrailSport trims, with their all-terrain tires and taller suspension, are rated at 18 city / 22 highway / 20 combined mpg. The fuel tank holds 18.5 gallons across all trims. Towing capacity is 5,000 lbs on every trim when properly equipped.
Variable Cylinder Management is included, allowing the engine to run on three cylinders during light-load cruising to reduce fuel consumption. The Eco Assist system guides efficient driving through accelerator feedback.
Seven integrated drive modes are available on every trim: Normal, Econ, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, and Sand. TrailSport trims make the most use of the Trail and Sand modes, pairing them with the tuned suspension and all-terrain tires for genuine off-road capability.
Interior, Comfort and Cargo
The 2027 Passport seats five across two rows. First-row legroom measures 41.1 inches and second-row legroom matches at 40.9 inches, making rear-seat space genuinely usable for adults. Shoulder room is 61.9 inches in front and 61.7 inches in the second row. Headroom is 40.5 inches front and 40.7 inches rear on RTL trims. TrailSport trims trade a small amount of headroom for the taller suspension, landing at 39.1 inches front and 39.6 inches rear.
Cargo behind the second row is 44 cubic feet on every trim. Folding the 60/40 split second-row seat flat opens 83.8 cubic feet behind the first row on RTL trims and 83.2 cubic feet on TrailSport trims. Maximum cargo volume reaches 104.6 cubic feet on RTL and 104.4 on TrailSport trims. Cargo bins with a hidden storage well add organization below the main cargo floor. A rear 115-volt power outlet, standard on TrailSport trims, makes camp-ready power available without an external inverter.
Climate control is tri-zone automatic with second-row controls, humidity control, and air filtration on every trim. Ambient LED lighting is white on RTL and shifts to amber on TrailSport models, reinforcing the trail-focused character of the upper lineup.
Technology and Infotainment
Every 2027 Passport ships with a 12.3-inch color touchscreen and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster. Google built-in is standard across all trims, including Google Maps and Google Assistant, with a three-month unlimited data plan for in-vehicle apps. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are standard. Amazon Alexa Built-In, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, and HondaLink connected services are also standard.
Audio on RTL and RTL Towing trims uses a nine-speaker system with a subwoofer. TrailSport Elite and TrailSport Elite Blackout step up to the 12-speaker Bose premium audio system with subwoofer. All trims include four USB-C ports, two in the front console and two in the rear console. A 12-volt outlet is in the front and cargo area on all trims. TrailSport trims add 115-volt household-style outlets at the second row and rear cargo area.
The Honda Trail Experience (HTX) app connects to the Trail Info menu on TrailSport trims, displaying real-time pitch, roll, elevation, and compass direction. The TrailWatch multi-angle camera system pairs with this data to give drivers a full picture of what the terrain looks like ahead of and around the vehicle.
Honda technology and connectivity features
Safety and Driver Assistance
Honda Sensing is standard on every 2027 Passport trim and includes Collision Mitigation Braking System with Advanced Pedestrian Detection, Road Departure Mitigation System, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist System, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Traffic Jam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Information System with Lane Change Assist, Cross Traffic Monitor, Driver Attention Monitor, Low-Speed Braking Control, and Auto High-Beam Headlights.
The Multi-View Camera System is standard on all trims. Parking sensors cover all four corners, with four sensors in the front and four in the rear. The TrailWatch camera system adds to this on TrailSport trims with specific trail-navigation views.
Structural safety includes Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure, advanced front airbags, front side airbags, side curtain airbags with rollover sensor, front knee airbags, and post-collision braking. The electronic stability package includes Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control, ABS, Electronic Brake Distribution, and Brake Assist. Tire Pressure Monitoring includes tire fill assist and individual location and pressure indicators.
The 2027 Honda Passport earned a spot on Car and Driver's 2026 10Best Trucks and SUVs list.
Who It's For and How It Compares to the Prior Year
The 2027 Passport is a direct choice for buyers who want genuine off-road capability in a midsize SUV without the size of a three-row vehicle. The TrailSport tier gives that buyer a factory-built off-road package, not a dealer add-on, with tuned suspension, real all-terrain tires, skid plates, and recovery hooks included in the base TrailSport price. Buyers who primarily want on-road comfort and towing without the trail hardware will find the RTL and RTL Towing trims well-equipped and efficient.
Compared to the prior year, the 2027 model's most significant upgrade is the restructuring of the lineup around the TrailSport identity. The addition of TrailSport Blackout and TrailSport Elite Blackout variants gives buyers two new aesthetic choices without compromising capability content. The expansion of Google built-in to the full lineup, including the data plan, is the most notable tech upgrade across all trims. The RTL Towing trim addresses a previous gap by giving tow-focused buyers a factory hitch without requiring a TrailSport purchase.
Shoppers in Ponca City and the surrounding area who are cross-shopping against the Toyota 4Runner or Jeep Grand Cherokee will find the Passport's combination of V6 power, standard AWD, cargo flexibility, and Honda Sensing at this price point a strong argument. The two-row layout means the Passport is not a Pilot replacement for families needing a third row, but for five-passenger households that prioritize capability and cargo over seating count, it fits precisely.
See the 2027 Honda Passport at Heather Cannon Honda in Ponca City
Heather Cannon Honda carries 2027 Passport inventory in Ponca City, OK, spanning RTL through TrailSport Elite Blackout. Whether the right fit is a tow-ready RTL Towing or a trail-tuned TrailSport Elite, the team can walk you through each trim in person and get you behind the wheel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What trim levels does the 2027 Honda Passport come in?
Six trims are available: RTL AWD, RTL Towing AWD, TrailSport AWD, TrailSport Blackout AWD, TrailSport Elite AWD, and TrailSport Elite Blackout AWD. All-wheel drive is standard on every trim through the second-generation i-VTM4 system.
Does the 2027 Honda Passport come standard with AWD?
Yes. Every 2027 Passport includes Honda's second-generation i-VTM4 AWD system with Trail Torque Logic as standard equipment. There is no two-wheel-drive option in the lineup.
What is the fuel economy on the 2027 Honda Passport?
RTL and RTL Towing trims are EPA-rated at 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg. TrailSport trims are rated at 18 city / 22 highway / 20 combined mpg due to the all-terrain tires and taller suspension. All trims run on regular unleaded gasoline.
How much can the 2027 Honda Passport tow?
The 2027 Passport tows up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped across all trims. The RTL Towing trim adds a factory-integrated Class III trailer hitch with harness. All TrailSport trims also include an integrated Class III hitch.
Does the 2027 Passport have Google built-in?
Yes. Google built-in, including Google Maps and Google Assistant, is standard on every 2027 Passport trim. It includes a complimentary three-month unlimited data plan for in-vehicle apps. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are also standard.
What is the ground clearance on the 2027 Honda Passport?
RTL and RTL Towing trims have 8.3 inches of ground clearance. TrailSport, TrailSport Blackout, TrailSport Elite, and TrailSport Elite Blackout trims have 9.6 inches of ground clearance, the result of an off-road tuned suspension with approximately one inch of additional ride height.
Does the 2027 Honda Passport have three rows?
No. The Passport is a two-row, five-passenger midsize SUV. Buyers who need a third row and seating for up to eight should look at the Honda Pilot. The Passport's two-row layout delivers up to 44 cubic feet of cargo behind the second row and up to 104.6 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.
Where is the 2027 Honda Passport built?
The 2027 Honda Passport is built in Lincoln, Alabama, at the Honda Alabama Auto Plant using domestic and globally sourced parts.
