Toyota 4Runner vs. Honda Passport
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota 4Runner and Honda Passport contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota 4Runner and the Honda Passport.
When we compare the Toyota 4Runner's and the Honda Passport's specifications and ratings, the Toyota 4Runner has the advantage in the areas of reliability and resale value. The Honda Passport 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 fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota 4Runner's and the Honda Passport's specifications and ratings, the Honda Passport is a better car than the Toyota 4Runner.
Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota 4Runner ranges from $44,999 to $59,806 while a used 2024 Honda Passport is priced between $40,964 to $49,820. For a new model, the Toyota 4Runner's price is between $44,699 and $58,164, with the Honda Passport priced between $42,392 and $49,818.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota 4Runner loses 29.1 percent of its value and the Honda Passport loses 41.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota 4Runner retains 12.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Honda Passport.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota 4Runner is 8.7 out of 10 while the Honda Passport's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Toyota 4Runner being ranked 6 out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs and the Honda Passport being ranked 1 out of 32.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota 4Runner is 9.4 out of 10. For the Honda Passport the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota 4Runner a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Honda Passport.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota 4Runner’s base engine makes 270 horsepower, and the Honda Passport base engine makes 280 horsepower. The 4Runner is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 437 miles. The Passport is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. This gives the Honda Passport the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota 4Runner. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Honda Passport, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Toyota 4Runner, a midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Passport has higher safety ratings than the Toyota 4Runner, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$44,699 - $58,164
Starting MSRP:
$40,705
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$37,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$31,990 - $43,320
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$42,392 - $49,818
Starting MSRP:
$41,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$37,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$31,990 - $43,320
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$51,048
Price Range:
$44,999 - $59,806
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$47,563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$40,678 - $66,020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
748
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
16,267
# Good or Great Deals:
138
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$45,258
Price Range:
$40,964 - $49,820
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$47,563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$40,678 - $66,020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
443
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,131
# Good or Great Deals:
49
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$12,137
Depreciation %:
29.8%
Resale Value $:
$28,568
Residual Value %:
70.2%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
46.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
27.5% - 53.5%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$18,098
Depreciation %:
43.2%
Resale Value $:
$23,802
Residual Value %:
56.8%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
46.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
27.5% - 53.5%
Toyota 4Runner Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Honda Passport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota 4Runner
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
13
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
92.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Passport
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
9.7
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
22.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Toyota 4Runner Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 16Ranking
2 out of / 39Ranking
3 out of / 39Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
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5 out of / 39Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
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7 out of / 32Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
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15 out of / 39Ranking
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22 out of / 28Ranking
23 out of / 39Ranking
24 out of / 32Ranking
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28 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 39Ranking
30 out of / 39Ranking
31 out of / 39Ranking
31 out of / 32Ranking
31 out of / 32Ranking
33 out of / 39Ranking
37 out of / 39Honda Passport Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 16Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
25 out of / 28Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 32Ranking
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57 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota 4Runner Trim Levels
TRD Off-Road Premium, TRD Pro, TRD Sport, Limited, SR5, SR5 Premium, TRD Off-Road
Honda Passport Trim Levels
Black Edition, EX-L, TrailSport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
278 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
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:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 19 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
368 / 437 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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
47.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
89.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.5 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:
4400 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
71.5 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Nautical Blue Metallic
Gray
Underground
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Ice Cap
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Gray
Sonic Gray Pearl
Red
Radiant Red Metallic II
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Sand Beige
Black
Black/Graphite
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Brown
Brown
Gray
Gray
