2027 Honda Passport Trims Explained for Northeast Florida Drivers: RT-L, TrailSport and Elite
Pricing for the 2027 Honda Passport starts at $45,195 for the RT-L, $49,995 for the TrailSport and $53,695 for the TrailSport Elite. Two factory versions sit between them: the RT-L Towing (+$700 for a Class III hitch) and Blackout (+$1,500 on either TrailSport). Every version has the same 280-hp V6, 10-speed automatic, all-wheel drive, 5,000-lb towing rating and full Honda Sensing. What $4,800 more buys on the TrailSport is trail hardware; what another $3,700 buys on the Elite is cabin comfort.
In Jacksonville, the Passport trim decision often comes down to the boat. Every Passport is rated to tow 5,000 lbs when properly equipped. The RT-L Towing and TrailSport come with the hitch for a run to the St. Johns River.
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
Which 2027 Passport Trim Is Right for You?
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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.
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 You Give Up When You Move Up
Moving up a trim isn't purely additive. Here's what changes for the worse, so there are no surprises after you sign.
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. The Elite switches to white (it keeps the orange steering-wheel stitching).
- Matte Shark Gray wheels, swapped for Berlina Black machine-face alloys.
- 29 lbs of curb weight (4,705 vs. 4,676). Nothing functional is lost.
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 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.
- 8.3 in. ground clearance; EPA 19/25/21 mpg
- 18-inch Shark Gray alloys with 265/60R18 all-season tires
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charger, 225-watt 9-speaker audio
- Honda Sensing with front and rear parking sensors and blind spot information
- 3.5-liter V6 (280 hp, 258 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic with paddle shifters
- Power liftgate, remote engine start, Smart Entry (front doors and liftgate)
- 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
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, Google built-in, Alexa Built-in
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
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.
- All RT-L equipment
- Class III trailer hitch installed at the factory, with harness and hitch panel
- The same 5,000-lb rating every Passport carries
Pictured: 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport in Sunset Orange
Passport TrailSport
The TrailSport is where the Passport becomes an off-roader. For 2027 Honda reengineered its suspension for more ground clearance and better angles, and moved TrailWatch and the heated steering wheel down from the Elite.
- Multi-View Camera System with TrailWatch and front and rear camera washers
- TrailSport all-season floor mats; EPA 18/22/20 mpg
- Integrated Class III hitch with 7-pin connector; 115-volt outlets (2nd row and cargo)
- Honda Trail Experience (HTX)
- Off-road-tuned suspension, 9.6 in. ground clearance, 25.4°/25.3° approach/departure
- One-touch power panoramic moonroof; orange ambient lighting
- 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
- HondaTex synthetic leather and cloth seats with orange stitching; heated steering wheel
- 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.
- All TrailSport equipment
- Black Honda badges
- Black skid garnishes, front and rear
- Black 18-inch alloys
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.
- 18-inch Berlina Black machine-face wheels
- Device pockets on the front seatbacks, plus upper seatback pockets
- Perforated leather with contrast stitching and black piping, in black, brown or gray
- Second-row climate controls and built-in rear-door sunshades
- Bose premium audio: 700 watts, 12 speakers
- Acoustic glass in the front doors
- Rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming side mirrors and puddle lights
- Hands-free liftgate with walk away close, and Smart Entry on every door
- Ventilated and heated 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 Honda badges
- Black front and rear skid garnishes
The Five Passport Matchups Shoppers Ask About
RT-L vs. RT-L Towing
For $700, the RT-L Towing adds a factory Class III hitch with harness and hitch panel, nothing else. If you'll ever haul a trailer to St. Johns River boat ramps, it's the version to get.
RT-L Towing vs. TrailSport
Both have a factory hitch, and $4,100 separates them. The TrailSport adds the trail hardware (clearance, all-terrains, skid plates, TrailWatch) plus a moonroof, heated wheel and 115-volt outlets. The RT-L Towing keeps real leather, a gray interior option and 3 more highway mpg.
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 Northeast Florida summer, the ventilated seats alone make the case.
TrailSport Blackout vs. TrailSport Elite
Only $2,200 apart, these are a style-versus-comfort decision. The Blackout gets the darker look; the Elite gets the comfort upgrades but keeps standard trim. You can have both in the Elite Blackout.
TrailSport Elite vs. Elite Blackout
$1,500 buys black wheels, black badges and black skid garnishes. Everything else is identical.
What Honda Changed for 2027
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.
A new TrailSport face
Bigger fender flares, a darker resculpted lower 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.
Pricing
MSRP rises $245 on the RT-L, $1,345 on the TrailSport and $1,045 on the TrailSport Elite.
Passport Test-Drive Checklist for Jacksonville Drivers
A test drive tells you more than any feature list, if you know what to look for.
- 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.
- Measure your garage door if you plan on a roof box. The TrailSport stands 74.5 in. tall before you add anything up top.
- Sit in the back seat of both. The TrailSport's moonroof costs about an inch of rear headroom; see if you notice.
- If you can, take both trims toward A1A along the coast. 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.
- Have us show you TrailWatch and the Multi-View cameras in the lot; they're most useful at tight trailheads and steep driveways.
- Pair your phone and sign into Google built-in during the drive so you're testing your own apps.
- 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.
- Merge onto I-95 or J. Turner Butler Boulevard and feel how the V6 and 10-speed pull. Set adaptive cruise and let it follow traffic.
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.
Drivetrain
- 3.5-liter direct-injected V6, 280 hp and 258 lb-ft
- 10-speed automatic with paddle shifters and shift-by-wire
- i-VTM4 AWD with Trail Torque Logic
- 7 drive modes: Normal, ECON, Sport, Snow, Tow, Trail, Sand
- Hill descent control, hill start assist, trailer stability assist
- 5,000-lb towing capacity
Honda Sensing and safety
- Collision Mitigation Braking with pedestrian detection; adaptive cruise with Low-Speed Follow
- Lane Keeping Assist with Traffic Jam Assist; Road Departure Mitigation
- Blind spot information and cross traffic monitor
- Parking sensors front and rear, plus Low-Speed Braking Control
- Traffic Sign Recognition, auto high beams and a driver attention monitor
- Front knee airbags, Rear Seat Reminder and Tire Fill Assist
Infotainment
- 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 cargo
- 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
2027 Passport Size: Will It Fit Your Life?
At 191.5 inches long the Passport fits a standard Northeast Florida 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
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 |
2027 Passport Trims: Frequently Asked
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.
What is the price of the 2027 Honda Passport?
The RT-L starts at $45,195 MSRP, the RT-L Towing at $45,895, the TrailSport at $49,995, the TrailSport Blackout at $51,495, the TrailSport Elite at $53,695 and the TrailSport Elite Blackout at $55,195. Destination is $1,595, and premium paint adds $455.
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.
What does the TrailSport Elite add over the TrailSport?
Perforated leather seats, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, a 700-watt 12-speaker Bose system, second-row climate controls, a hands-free power liftgate with walk away close, rain-sensing wipers, rear-door sunshades and acoustic front-door glass. It costs $3,700 more, and the off-road hardware is the same.
Which 2027 Passport trim is best for Northeast Florida?
For paved drives like A1A along the coast, any Passport works, and the RT-L's all-season tires and mileage suit them. For sandy forest roads in the Osceola National Forest, the TrailSport's clearance, all-terrain tires and skid plates are worth it.
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.
Is the 2027 Passport AWD or 4WD?
All-wheel drive. Every trim uses Honda's i-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD with Trail Torque Logic; there's no two-wheel-drive version.
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.
Does the 2027 Passport TrailSport have leather seats?
No. The TrailSport uses HondaTex synthetic leather and cloth with orange stitching. The RT-L has leather-trimmed seats and the TrailSport Elite has perforated leather.
Is the 2027 Passport a three-row SUV?
No. It seats five in two rows. Honda's three-row SUV is the Pilot.
What is the 2027 Passport's ground clearance?
The RT-L has 8.3 inches of ground clearance. The TrailSport and TrailSport Elite have 9.6 inches thanks to their reengineered 2027 suspension.
What is the 2027 Passport's fuel economy?
EPA ratings are 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg for the RT-L, and 18/22/20 for TrailSport trims. Regular unleaded is recommended, and the tank holds 18.5 gallons.
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.
Is Apple CarPlay standard on the 2027 Passport?
Yes, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on every trim, with Google built-in, Alexa Built-in and a wireless charger.
Is the 2027 Passport different from the 2026?
Yes, mostly on TrailSport trims: a reengineered suspension with 9.6 in. of clearance, new front styling with amber hood lights, and TrailWatch plus a heated wheel on the TrailSport. Blackout adds black fascias, and Smoke Blue Pearl replaces 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 Atlantic Coast Honda
The fastest way to decide is to drive two trims on the same route. Our team is in Jacksonville, close to I-95; 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.
