Quick Facts:
- Honda Passport TrailSport price: $49,995 MSRP, or $51,590 with the $1,595 destination charge.
- Arrival: Units began reaching Honda dealers on September 29, 2026.
- Trim range: $45,195 for the RTL up to $55,195 for the TrailSport Elite Blackout, before destination.
- Clearance: 9.65 inches on TrailSport trims, up 1.38 inches from 2026.
- Powertrain: 3.5-liter V6 with i-VTM4 all-wheel drive.
- EPA rating (TrailSport): 18 city, 22 highway and 20 combined mpg.
- New standard gear: TrailWatch cameras and a heated steering wheel on every TrailSport.
- Best for: Shoppers weighing a 2027 Passport TrailSport against a leftover 2026 model or a 4Runner.
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In This Article
- Honda Passport TrailSport Price and Dealer Arrival
- 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Price by Trim
- What Honda Changed on the 2027 Passport TrailSport
- 2027 vs. 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport
- How the Honda Passport Compares With the 4Runner and Outback
- What This Means for You
- Final Thoughts
- Frequently Asked Questions
Honda Passport TrailSport Price and Dealer Arrival
The Honda Passport TrailSport price starts at $49,995 for 2027. Refreshed SUVs began reaching Honda dealers on September 29, 2026. Honda priced all six trims the same day, so you get every version to compare before you visit a showroom. However, the company did not say how many dealers received units. Call ahead.
Honda’s own announcement lists prices and features, but it skips the math. Instead, this report covers the 2026 price change, the highway mileage change and who should buy, wait or skip.
We first covered this update in June, when only reports existed. The official clearance figure now reads 9.65 inches, while our full TrailSport trail breakdown used an early estimate near 9.3 inches.
Since units are arriving now, you have time to plan the first add-ons before you buy. Liners are an easy start, and options for the fourth-generation Passport include the WeatherTech FloorLiner HP, Cartist all-weather floor mats and a LASFIT cargo mat with backrest protector. Each listing names 2026 fitment, so confirm it against your model year.
Interior protection for the fourth-generation Passport
WeatherTech FloorLiner HP Custom Fit Floor Mats for Honda Passport …
LASFIT Cargo Mat with Backrest Mat for Honda Passport 2026
2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Price by Trim
Honda published every figure in its September 29 release. Each MSRP below excludes the $1,595 destination charge, and Honda also lists $455 for premium paint colors.
| Trim (standard AWD) | MSRP | MSRP plus destination | EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTL | $45,195 | $46,790 | 19 / 25 / 21 |
| RTL Towing | $45,895 | $47,490 | 19 / 25 / 21 |
| TrailSport | $49,995 | $51,590 | 18 / 22 / 20 |
| TrailSport Blackout | $51,495 | $53,090 | 18 / 22 / 20 |
| TrailSport Elite | $53,695 | $55,290 | 18 / 22 / 20 |
| TrailSport Elite Blackout | $55,195 | $56,790 | 18 / 22 / 20 |
Compared to its 2026 launch pricing in Honda’s February 2025 release, the base TrailSport rose $1,545, or 3.2%. Destination also grew $145, so the sticker before options climbed $1,690. The 2026 Passport price for the same trim was $48,450, plus $1,450 destination.
Inside the lineup, the Blackout package adds $1,500, while the TrailSport Elite costs $3,700 more than the base TrailSport.
What Honda Changed on the 2027 Passport TrailSport
Honda says it did not simply fit taller springs. According to its September 9 release, nearly 70% of the major suspension components changed, including springs, dampers, control arms, stabilizer bars and knuckles. In total, 28 suspension and chassis parts are new or reengineered.
The result is 9.65 inches of clearance, up from 8.27 inches. Approach and departure angles both reach 25 degrees, and breakover improves to 23 degrees. For context, see how much ground clearance you need before you decide whether the gain matters on your trails.
Honda also added TrailWatch and a heated steering wheel to every TrailSport. Amber LED hood scoop lights and a more aggressive Blackout package also arrive. Smoke Blue Pearl replaces Obsidian Blue Pearl on all trims.
The 3.5-liter V6 and i-VTM4 all-wheel drive carry over, and Honda’s specification sheet lists no low-range gearing. Towing stays at 5,000 pounds, and TrailSport trims keep 275/60R18 all-terrain tires.
2027 vs. 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport
| Measure | 2027 TrailSport | 2026 TrailSport |
|---|---|---|
| Clearance | 9.65 inches | 8.27 inches |
| Approach angle | 25 degrees | 23 degrees |
| Departure angle | 25 degrees | 23 degrees |
| Breakover angle | 23 degrees | 20 degrees |
| Base MSRP | $49,995 | $48,450 |
| Highway mpg (EPA) | 22 | 23 |
Against the 2026 Passport price, the 2027 model costs $1,545 more. It also rates one mile per gallon lower on the highway. City and combined ratings stay at 18 and 20 mpg.
The equipment list holds the bigger value. In the 2026 lineup, TrailWatch and the heated steering wheel required the Elite trim, which listed at $52,450. On the 2027 model, the base TrailSport includes both and sits $2,455 below the Elite’s 2026 list price.
How the Honda Passport Compares With the 4Runner and Outback
Honda claims its 9.65 inches beats the Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road, the Subaru Outback Wilderness and the Ford Bronco Sport Badlands Sasquatch. Toyota’s and Subaru’s own numbers back the claim against the Toyota and Subaru trims, although the margins differ.
Toyota lists the 2026 4Runner TRD Off-Road at 8.1 inches and $50,690. The Premium grade reaches 9.1 inches at $56,470. Subaru lists 9.5 inches for the Outback Wilderness. However, Toyota advertises up to 10.1 inches of clearance across the 4Runner range, so the claim holds only against the trims Honda names.
Price is the sharper contrast, because the Honda Passport TrailSport price undercuts both 2026 4Runner TRD Off-Road grades on base MSRP. The base TrailSport sits $695 below the base TRD Off-Road and $6,475 below the Premium. For a full view of the segment, read our 4Runner, Bronco and Wrangler comparison and the 4Runner hybrid against the gas model.
What This Means for You
If you own a 2026 TrailSport, the lift alone rarely justifies a trade. Forum owners split three ways. Many say the 2026 is plenty, some resent a first-year truck getting a suspension redo, while a few want to trade for the new standard gear. One owner reports rubbing the front end in gullies, and I read a two-degree gain in approach angle as a modest improvement.
If you shop for a new one, I would stop at the base TrailSport or the TrailSport Blackout. TrailWatch and the heated steering wheel no longer require the Elite, so I would skip its $3,700 premium and spend the difference on tires and recovery gear instead.
Tires and recovery gear matter more on a soft-roader. Three general trail products fit the job, and none is a Honda accessory: MAXTRAX MKII recovery boards, Staun Tyre Deflators and a VIAIR 400P compressor. The VIAIR listing rates it for tires up to 35 inches, enough for the roughly 31-inch 275/60R18 size.
General trail gear for a soft-roader Passport
Next, compare out-the-door quotes from several dealers and ask for add-ons in writing. Some owners of the 2026 model reported paying from a few hundred to about $4,000 below sticker, while others paid near sticker. The first 2027 arrival thread on an owner forum shows no markup reports yet. It also lacks real-world mileage, so wait for owner numbers if the mpg drop worries you.
Jerky low-speed shifting is a repeated complaint about the 2026 SUV. Test-drive one in traffic and in a parking lot.
Final Thoughts
Honda answered the clearance question properly, with a redesigned suspension instead of a taller spring. The V6 carries over, and 2026 owners praise the quiet ride and roomy cabin. Because TrailWatch is now standard, the base TrailSport looks like the smart pick of the lineup.
Three trade-offs come with the upgrade. You pay more than last year, and highway mileage slips by a mile per gallon. Honda’s spec sheet shows no low range, so look at body-on-frame rivals if your plans involve deep ruts or rock.
For gravel roads, snow and campsite access, I like where this SUV landed. Drive one before you sign, and check the low-speed shifting and the pavement ride before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the 2027 Passport TrailSport cost?
The Honda Passport TrailSport price starts at $49,995 MSRP, or $51,590 with the $1,595 destination charge. Prices climb to $55,195 for the top trim before destination.
When does the 2027 Passport come out?
Honda says the refreshed Passport began arriving at dealers on September 29, 2026. The company gave no dealer count and no separate schedule for individual trims.
What gas mileage does the Passport TrailSport get?
Every 2027 TrailSport earns an EPA rating of 18 mpg city, 22 highway and 20 combined. By comparison, the 2026 TrailSport earned 23 mpg on the highway.
What changed on the 2027 Passport TrailSport?
Honda redesigned the suspension, which raises clearance to 9.65 inches. It also made TrailWatch and the heated steering wheel standard and added amber hood scoop lights.
Is the 2027 Passport a hybrid?
No. Honda’s release describes a 3.5-liter V6 with i-VTM4 all-wheel drive and lists no hybrid option.
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