Honda Passport trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 5, 2026

The 2027 Honda Passport comes in six AWD trims: RTL ($45,195), RTL Towing ($45,895), TrailSport ($49,995), TrailSport Blackout ($51,495), TrailSport Elite ($53,695) and TrailSport Elite Blackout ($55,195), before a $1,595 destination charge. All use a 3.5L V6 and 10-speed automatic. TrailSports gain 9.65 inches of ground clearance for 2027.

Current Passport trim levels: Passport, current generation (2027 model year)

For 2027 the Passport TrailSport gets a reengineered suspension that raises ground clearance to 9.65 inches, plus the TrailWatch camera system and a heated steering wheel as standard. All six trims have AWD, a 3.5L V6 and 10-speed automatic. Prices exclude a $1,595 destination charge.[1][2]

Honda Passport Passport, current generation (2027 model year) trims in ladder order with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2027, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
RTL	$45,195excl. $1,595 destination (2027 MY); $46,790 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	EPA 19/25/21 mpg 12.3-inch touchscreen with Google built-in, leather, heated memory seats [1][2][3]
RTL Towing	$45,895excl. $1,595 destination (2027 MY); $47,490 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	Adds Class III hitch with 7-pin connector [1][2][3]
TrailSport	$49,995excl. $1,595 destination (2027 MY); $51,590 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	EPA 18/22/20 mpg 9.65-inch ground clearance for 2027 TrailWatch camera and heated steering wheel now standard [1][2]
TrailSport Blackout	$51,495excl. $1,595 destination (2027 MY); $53,090 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	Black front and rear fascias, black 18-inch wheels [1][2]
TrailSport Elite	$53,695excl. $1,595 destination (2027 MY); $55,290 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	Ventilated front seats, perforated leather, Bose 12-speaker audio [1][2][3]
TrailSport Elite Blackout	$55,195excl. $1,595 destination (2027 MY); $56,790 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	Top-priced Passport [1][2]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Honda pricing source.

Previous Passport trim levels: Passport, current generation launch (2026 model year)

The redesigned Passport reached dealers Feb. 11, 2025 with standard AWD, a 285-hp V6 and 10-speed automatic. TrailSport models got steel skid plates and 275/60R18 all-terrain tires. Prices are launch prices before a $1,450 destination charge.[3]

Honda Passport Passport, current generation launch (2026 model year) trims in ladder order with 2026 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2026, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
RTL	$44,750excl. $1,450 destination (2026 MY); $46,200 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	Tow Package $700 and Blackout Package $1,200 optional [3]
RTL Towing	$45,450excl. $1,450 destination (2026 MY); $46,900 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	Class III hitch [3]
RTL Blackout	$45,950excl. $1,450 destination (2026 MY); $47,400 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	Not listed in the 2027 pricing table [3]
TrailSport	$48,450excl. $1,450 destination (2026 MY); $49,900 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	EPA 18/23/20 mpg Steel skid plates, all-terrain tires, panoramic sunroof [3]
TrailSport Blackout	$49,650excl. $1,450 destination (2026 MY); $51,100 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	[3]
TrailSport Elite	$52,450excl. $1,450 destination (2026 MY); $53,900 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	TrailWatch camera, ventilated seats, Bose audio [3]
TrailSport Elite Blackout	$53,650excl. $1,450 destination (2026 MY); $55,100 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (285 hp, 262 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, AWD	[3]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Honda pricing source.

Previous Passport trim levels: Passport, 2019–2025 generation (2019 launch)

The two-row Passport returned for 2019, reaching dealers Feb. 4, 2019 with a 280-hp 3.5L V6 and nine-speed automatic. Sport, EX-L and Touring offered 2WD or AWD; Elite was AWD only. Honda rated it to tow 5,000 lbs. Prices exclude a $1,045 destination charge.[4]

Honda Passport Passport, 2019–2025 generation (2019 launch) trims in ladder order with 2019 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2019, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
Sport	$31,990excl. $1,045 destination (2019 MY); $33,035 incl. destination; AWD $33,890	3.5L V6 (280 hp), 9-speed automatic	EPA 20/25/22 mpg (2WD) 20-inch wheels, Honda Sensing [4]
EX-L	$36,410excl. $1,045 destination (2019 MY); $37,455 incl. destination; AWD $38,310	3.5L V6 (280 hp), 9-speed automatic	EPA 19/24/21 mpg (AWD) [4]
Touring	$39,280excl. $1,045 destination (2019 MY); $40,325 incl. destination; AWD $41,180	3.5L V6 (280 hp), 9-speed automatic	[4]
Elite	$43,680excl. $1,045 destination (2019 MY); $44,725 incl. destination	3.5L V6 (280 hp), 9-speed automatic, AWD	AWD standard [4]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Honda pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the 2027 Honda Passport trim levels?

RTL, RTL Towing, TrailSport, TrailSport Blackout, TrailSport Elite and TrailSport Elite Blackout. Every Passport has standard AWD and a 10-speed automatic.

What is new on the 2027 Passport TrailSport?

A reengineered suspension that lifts ground clearance from 8.27 to 9.65 inches, better approach, departure and breakover angles, and the TrailWatch camera system and heated steering wheel as standard.

How much horsepower does the Honda Passport have?

Honda rates the 2026 Passport’s 3.5L V6 at 285 hp and 262 lb-ft. The 2019–2025 Passport’s V6 made 280 hp with a nine-speed automatic.

What is the difference between RTL and RTL Towing?

The RTL Towing adds a Class III trailer hitch with a 7-pin connector. On the 2026 RTL that hitch was a $700 option; the 2027 RTL Towing costs $700 more than the RTL.

What is the most expensive 2027 Passport?

The TrailSport Elite Blackout, at $55,195 MSRP or $56,790 including the $1,595 destination charge. Premium paint adds $455.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Honda for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

2027 Honda Passport Pricing and EPA Ratings (Sep 29, 2026) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
Honda Passport Reaches New Heights: 2027 Passport TrailSport Gets New Lifted Suspension (Sep 9, 2026) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
Completely Reimagined 2026 Honda Passport Lands at Dealers Today (Feb 11, 2025) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)
Adventure-Ready 2019 Honda Passport Launches Into Dealers on February 4 (Feb 1, 2019) — Honda Newsroom (hondanews.com)

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