Honda Passport Elite vs. Honda Pilot Elite
In comparing the Honda Passport Elite's and the Honda Pilot Elite's specifications and ratings, the Honda Passport Elite has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Honda Pilot Elite has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Honda Passport Elite and Honda Pilot Elite have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Honda Passport Elite's and the Honda Pilot Elite's specifications and ratings, the Honda Passport Elite is a better car than the Honda Pilot Elite.
Honda Passport Elite vs. Honda Pilot Elite Pricing
A used 2023 Honda Passport Elite ranges from $40,370 to $50,088 while a used 2023 Honda Pilot Elite is priced between $49,995 to $57,901. For a new model, the Honda Passport Elite's price is between $45,083 and $49,353, with the Honda Pilot Elite priced between $52,833 and $55,715.
Honda Passport Elite vs. Honda Pilot Elite Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Passport Elite loses 41.2 percent of its value and the Honda Pilot Elite loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the Honda Passport Elite retains 3.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Honda Pilot Elite.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Passport Elite’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the Honda Pilot Elite base engine makes 285 horsepower. Both the Elite and the Elite are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 468 and 463 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Honda Pilot Elite has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and rear leg room. The Honda Passport Elite has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda Passport Elite and the Honda Pilot Elite have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Honda Pilot Elite has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,083 - $49,353
Used Asking Price:
$40,370 - $50,088
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$52,833 - $55,715
Used Asking Price:
$49,995 - $57,901
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
Honda Passport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Pilot Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Passport Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 55Ranking
9 out of / 55Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 55Ranking
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27 out of / 30Ranking
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38 out of / 55Ranking
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47 out of / 55Ranking
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58 out of / 66Ranking
58 out of / 66Ranking
61 out of / 62Honda Pilot Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 16Ranking
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5 out of / 30Ranking
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7 out of / 16Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 16Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
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10 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
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16 out of / 66Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
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51 out of / 66Ranking
51 out of / 62Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Honda Passport Trim Levels
EX-L, TrailSport
Other Honda Pilot Trim Levels
EX-L-7P, EX-L-8P, LX, Sport, Touring, TrailSport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
371 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 463 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Cargo Space:
41.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
156.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
177.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4262 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
72.2 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4660 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71 inches
Length:
199.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
265/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R20
