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2026 Honda Passport Vs. Pilot

2026 Honda Passport on Rocky Road
If you’ve narrowed your SUV search to the mid-size 2026 Honda Passport or the full-size 2026 Honda Pilot, you’re in great company. Both Honda SUVs make excellent family haulers, with city-friendly performance and adventure-ready capabilities. In fact, they even share the same engine specs. That said, how do you make the right pick for your household in Salinas? Compare the 2026 Honda Passport vs. Pilot specs with Salinas Honda below! We’ll showcase the differences in their interior space, then tell you more about their equally impressive performance.

 

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2026 Honda Passport

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2026 Honda Pilot
5 passengers Seating Capacity 7 or 8 passengers
119.1 cubic feet Standard Passenger Volume 158.4 cubic feet
44 cubic feet Standard Trunk Volume 18.6 cubic feet
3.5L V6 Engine 3.5L V6
285 hp / 262 lb-ft Horsepower/Torque 285 hp / 262 lb-ft

Honda Passport Vs. Pilot: Interior Space

As a mid-size SUV, the 2026 Honda Passport seats 5 passengers, while the full-size 2026 Honda Pilot seats 7 or 8, depending on the trim level. Compare the detailed Honda Pilot vs. Honda Passport interior dimensions to determine which SUV you prefer for carrying people, pets, and cargo around Monterey:

2026 Honda Passport

  • Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
  • Passenger Volume: 119.1 cubic feet (RTL trims); 115.4 cubic feet (TrailSport trims)
  • Front/Rear Headroom: 40.5/40.7 inches (RTL trims); 39.1/39.6 inches (TrailSport trims)
  • Front/Rear Legroom: 41.1/40.9 inches
  • Standard Cargo Volume Behind Rear Seats: 44 cubic feet
  • Standard Cargo Volume w/ Rear Seats Folded: 83.8 cubic feet; (TrailSport Elite & TrailSport Elite Blackout: 83.2 cubic feet)

2026 Honda Pilot

  • Seating Capacity: 7 passengers (TrailSport); 8 passengers (all other trims)
  • Passenger Volume: 158.4 cubic feet (Sport & EX-L); 154.9 cubic feet (TrailSport, Touring, Touring Blackout, Elite, Black Edition)
  • Front/Middle/Rear Headroom: 40.5/40.2/39.3 inches (Sport & EX-L); 39.1/39.2/39.3 (TrailSport, Touring, Touring Blackout, Elite, Black Edition)
  • Front/Middle/Rear Legroom: 41.0/40.8/32.5 inches
  • Standard Cargo Volume Behind 3rd Row: 18.6 cubic feet
  • Standard Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row: 48.5 cubic feet
  • Standard Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row: 87 cubic feet (Sport, EX-L, TrailSport, Touring, Touring Blackout); 86.5 cubic feet (Elite & Black Edition)

Honda Passport Vs. Pilot: Performance & Fuel Economy

In terms of engine power, the Honda Passport and Honda Pilot deliver the same V6 performance specs in Gilroy. Both SUVs also offer off-road-ready TrailSport trims, making them equally fit for adventure-loving families. Compare the Honda Pilot vs. Honda Passport performance and mpg ratings below to learn more:

2026 Honda Passport

  • Engine: 3.5L V6
  • Transmission: 10-speed automatic
  • Drivetrain: Standard i-VTM4® AWD
  • Horsepower/Torque: 285 hp / 262 lb-ft
  • Fuel Economy (RTL Trims): 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway*
  • Fuel Economy (TrailSport Trims): 18 mpg city/23 mpg highway*

2026 Honda Pilot

  • Engine: 3.5L V6
  • Transmission: 10-speed automatic
  • Drivetrain: Standard 2WD; available i-VTM4® AWD
  • Horsepower/Torque: 285 hp / 262 lb-ft
  • 2WD Fuel Economy (Sport & EX-L): 19 mpg city/27 mpg highway**
  • AWD Fuel Economy (TrailSport): 18 mpg city/23 mpg highway**
  • AWD Fuel Economy (Non-TrailSport Trims): 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway**

Compare The Honda Pilot Vs. Honda Passport At Salinas Honda

Given the similar performance and capabilities of the Passport and Pilot, your decision may ultimately come down to the amount of interior space you require. Contact us to plan a visit to our Honda dealership in Salinas, where you can get a closer look at both SUVs and test-drive them for a well-rounded comparison! In the meantime, apply for financing to help streamline your upgrade.

 

*19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg rating for RTL trims. 18 city / 23 highway / 20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport and TrailSport Elite trims. Based on 2026 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.
**19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/ 25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2026 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.

 
 

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