Kia Telluride vs. Honda Passport
In comparing the Kia Telluride's and the Honda Passport's specifications and ratings, the Kia Telluride has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Honda Passport has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Kia Telluride's and the Honda Passport's specifications and ratings, the Kia Telluride is a better car than the Honda Passport.
Kia Telluride vs. Honda Passport Pricing
A used 2023 Kia Telluride ranges from $41,754 to $58,985 while a used 2023 Honda Passport is priced between $39,101 to $48,912. For a new model, the Kia Telluride's price is between $39,980 and $57,864, with the Honda Passport priced between $41,685 and $48,387.
Kia Telluride vs. Honda Passport Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Telluride loses 47 percent of its value and the Honda Passport loses 41.2 percent of its value. This means the Honda Passport retains 5.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Telluride.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Telluride’s base engine makes 291 horsepower, and the Honda Passport base engine makes 280 horsepower. The Telluride is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 489 miles. The Passport is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. This gives the Kia Telluride the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Passport. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Kia Telluride has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Honda Passport has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Kia Telluride and the Honda Passport have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Kia Telluride has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$39,980 - $57,864
Used Asking Price:
$41,754 - $58,985
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,685 - $48,387
Used Asking Price:
$39,101 - $48,912
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.2%
Kia Telluride Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Passport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Telluride Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 66Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
23 out of / 66Ranking
44 out of / 66Ranking
44 out of / 62Ranking
49 out of / 66Honda Passport Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 66Ranking
17 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 66Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 28Ranking
27 out of / 66Ranking
47 out of / 66Ranking
57 out of / 66Ranking
58 out of / 66Ranking
60 out of / 62Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Telluride Trim Levels
EX, EX X-Line, LX, S, SX, SX X-Line, SX X-Pro, SX-Prestige, SX-Prestige X-Line, SX-Prestige X-Pro
Honda Passport Trim Levels
Elite, EX-L, TrailSport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
291 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 489 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 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
371 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention 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:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.2 inches
Cargo Space:
21 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
199.1 cubic feet
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:
77.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
156.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4134 lbs
Width:
78.3 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4236 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
72.2 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
