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I think it's worth noting that supposedly the higher trim levels that is Touring and Elite offer acoustic glass all around which will obviously contribute to a quieter ride inside the cabin.
I was all set to buy the EX-L version, when I went through the specs in detail, which made me switch to the touring model. Yes, acoustic glass all around, full LED headlights (and not just the low-beams as in the EX-L), Roof Rails, Navigation system (not a big deal, since I use Apple Carplay/Google maps), larger wheels (8.5" wide) and larger tires (265/45/20), hands-free access rear-tailgate, front/rear parking sensors, front and rear heated seats (EX-L only has front heated). premium 10-speaker audio system, wi-fi hotspot capability, a few additional interior lighting knick-knacks over the EX-L etc. I am however disappointed that not a single passport model offers a panoramic sunroof like the Pilot, or the beige interior.
Not supposedly higher trim level- the remote start and upgraded sound system alone is worth the Touring for me. Didn’t know about the acoustic glass, that’s awesome. Thanks for the heads up!
@@OBrandt-i5c Think about it though, the sunroof needs to be cleaned once every so often. And it can even flood. My mother has this car, she is so happy without the sunroof. That's the thing about us human beings, we must learn from our mistakes so we may find something better. 👍
@@madness0169 people have personal preferences, but I have had cars equipped with sunroofs for over 20+ years, and never had an adverse event happen. I have owned cars with panoramic Sunroofs for around 6+ years (including my current 2022 Mercedes E450 Wagon and a 2021 Acura RDX), and other than the wide, open, airy feel in a car with a panoramic roof, there were absolutely no disadvantages that I experienced. Just a different perspective.
I love my 2020 touring awd! It drives amazing and i love the cargo space. You really dont need more back seats, it just makes it cluttered. The passport was perfect for me and my wife as we loved the leg room we had in our element. Love the sporty look of this machine too! Glad i got a passport instead of a highlander or telluride.
Dude, what a trip. I'm researching the Honda Passport before buying it this Thurs and FREAKING CRYPTO R US Is the host of the first channel I click on. This is serious synchronicity pal.
I have had CRVs, Pilot, and now Passport. I loved the Pilot but wanted something smaller but not small like the CRV which has changed so much and is cheaper inside. I love my 2021 Passport. I loved my Pilot but the Passport fits my needs now that my grandchildren have moved. I am very happy with it. And so glad I have the videos to learn things about the Passport I didn't know was there to use. Thank you.
Passport is perfect it doesn't compare to anything new and updated "modern look" I test drove toyota highlander, telluride, sorrento, and others but nothing nothing felt like the passport taking that in consideration I went ahead with the base model ...it is that good!
Thanks for your review. I went to buy a Ridgeline and loved it. It drives and feels super, then, I look behind and saw an empty bed and thought twice (not being a truck guy). Then, they gave gave me a Pilot to drive and I loved it, but then, I look behind and saw too many seats (being an empty nester already), and no room for my bicycle. Then, I tried the 2021 Passport Touring AWD and felt in love. I ended up buying the last one. Thanks for your review, it was very complete. I certainly love my Passport Touring. My first SUV was an Isuzu Rodeo in 2003 and had it for 10 years. I certainly like this passport. I do recommend to anyone. I tried the Toyota 4Runner and all their comparables and did not find the comfort as the Passport. Go Honda.
The Isuzu rodeo was also a honda passport with a lot of problems that eventually got discontinued 😂 this passport is definitely no rodeo enjoy your new rodeo errr passport 🤙
So many of these reviews say the same thing....the design is dated. Meanwhile, the same reviewers will laud the basic design of the Subaru Outback, which has barely changed for over 10 years now.
I'm glad Honda made this so I bought the Touring version. I needed (wanted) more room and power than the CR-V and had no need for a 3rd Row in the Pilot. Plus it looks nice.
@@mariemaitres.4363 I do. I bought mine in September 2020 and I haven't driven it on any long road trips yet, but it is very roomy and comfortable for myself, my wife and 8 year old son. I'm in Southern California so I only needed the FWD. In Canada, you may need the AWD option on your Touring. I looked at a lot of SUVs and would buy this again... so no regrets.
@@maidai58 I've just ordered one today! A Touring version, white color, a very good deal - I get the snow tires for free, and they made me the price of the Subaru Outback. I can't wait to have it now :-)
I really appreciate your reviews because you provide the good and the bad. Some reviewers are like watching a commercial, only discussing the good points, and that doesn't help me at all.
something a lot of reviewers seem to miss .. the Base and EX-L only have acoustic glass in the front windshield. The Touring and Elite have it all in the windows and some extra padding for sound absorption (this is unconfirmed - have only found passing reference on various forums). That's why the lower two trims have louder cabins.
That's important if true. I'm looking at passport. Was thinking of ex_l and adding lot of options... but now I know this i will wait for dealer to find me a touring or elite in the right colors.
This is my favorite Honda vehicle. I currently drive a 2016 VW Jetta but maybe in about 2-3 years I'll buy one of these as my first brand new car and my first SUV! Great review!
Hearing reviews talk about road noise and how they can hear some wind noise. I’m over here in my 1998 CR-V asking my passenger to speak up so I can hear them over the typhoon of wind noise....
I test drove this and might buy it, but it does have a couple of negatives: 1. No 360 degree camera. Scary in a big SUV. And you don’t get parking sensors until the Touring trim, so the EX-L he was driving doesn’t have it. 2. Big turning radius. Along with the lack of 360 degree camera and usual lack of parking sensors, worries me about parking dings. 3. The foot-activated parking brake is too close to my left ankle and shin. I was constantly aware of it while driving and it also made me wonder if it could break and pin my left leg in an accident. I prefer hand brakes or electronic parking brakes for these reasons. 4. Disliked the button gear selector. I prefer the old style gear selectors. Loved the spacious and airy feeling, and that cargo hold is gigantic. And loved the engine.
Nice review. I like your section on the trim levels. Always good to know those details! I like the fact that this vehicle has captain's chair style arm rests up front. Nice job. Keep it up!
I recently traded in my 2021 Acura RDX (SH-AWD + Technology) after 3 months of ownership, for a 2021 Honda Passport Touring. The reason being the shallow hatch height of 30” in the Acura, which prevented me from putting in a full-size dog crate that’s 31” tall, and could not fit even my medium-sized mountain bike within the hatch area. These are just regular use cases and Acura’s design team need to be fired for not considering these. The 2022 MDX, a much larger vehicle, also has the same 30” hatch height problem. For comparison, the Honda CRV’s hatch is 36” tall (a sheer marvel in packaging) and the Honda Pilot and Honda Passport have 33-34” of hatch height. My new 2021 Honda Passport Touring meets all of my utility vehicle needs……can easily fit the dog crate, can easily swallow up the mountain bike. Having said that, Acura is not the only culprit here…….the Subaru Ascent, the Subaru Forester, the Subaru Crosstrek, the Toyota RAV4 are all in the unusably shallow hatch height category and it is a shame to call these utility vehicles, if they cannot cater to such mundane use cases
That legroom in the back is more like 9 inches from his knee...6 inches is the standard size of a normal hammer head. Also, I just picked up a 2021 and the rear seats, in fact, slide forward and back.
Continued... lots of clever storage space, storage under the rear cargo floor, excellent V6 engine (does not need premium fuel) with one of the best AWD systems on the market, and is very quick (0-60mph in 6.4 sec as reported by Consumer Reports).
AH Benjamin - Yes, Honda’s AWD system can transmit up to 70% of engine torque to the rear wheels and up to 100% of that to either left or right rear wheel via true active torque vectoring (with clutch pack). This is much the same as Acura’s SH-AWD system. The Subaru Forester with CVT transmission can only transfer up to 50% of engine torque to the rear wheels and does not have active torque vectoring
@@ahbenjamin2889 Subaru is a garbage can on four wheels hampered by a time bomb transmission and a windshield made out of the tears of a million Forester owners.
@@jessebrinker3706 Yep. I was watching a video on "Why my CVT failed on Subaru" and noticed one of the cars in the video is the Honda Passport. I was like hmm...I should look it up. I currently own the 2015 Honda Fit EX-L and while it's a great commuting car in Northern California I need more leg room and better seats so thinking about CR-V but the Passport sounds like a better option.
0 to 60 and 5.8 Turn off Traction control turn on sport. most of these reviewers just have it in normal mode it starts out in 2nd gear from a stop. The passport is fast not quick fast.
Great vehicle. It has an amazing ride and great steering. I love it. I own a 2020 passport. It feels great. Biggest Con: why buy it? It’s pretty pricey. If you have a family of 4 or more get the Pilot at this price point. It doesn’t have the panoramic sun roof. If you are a family of 3 or less, get a CRV.
Black Bear Gear the passport is an amazing vehicle in every way but for the price. At this price you are getting into luxury car status. For that family of 3 needing the space, get a Grand Cherokee. You can get them for much less than MSRP, unlike Honda’s.
Be aware that there are a number of safety features that you may want to turn off or minimize. We have a 2020 model and there are 2 things that make us hate driving our Passport. 1) The lane keep assist system (LKAS) creates a "wobble" in the steering wheel when you get close to another lane (or anything that looks like a lane marker). We turn this OFF as the vibration in the steering wheel is strong enough that it can startle the driver to a point of either letting loose or over compensating our steering. We have had our Passport in multiple times to address this safety issue occurring while driving straight in a lane. Seems the sensor may detect objects like temporary lanes, seams in the road, etc. as lane markers. Honda says this is normal. 2) The driver assist system is setup where if you get too close to an obstacle, a "WARNING" message is displayed across the dash. If the object is too close, the car will apply the brake.. We have learned to turn this off by holding the CMBS button; and we change the vehicle settings to reduce the distance it registers obstacles to "short". Again, we have had Honda look at this safety feature as we not only get the "BRAKE" message but the car will actually apply brakes with nothing in front of us. Although we get this to happen just about every other time we go out, Honda is unable to reproduce the problem. My two cents? Be a driver and find a car that doesn't have so many "safety" features.
Honda always does a great job with their lineup. The room inside the Pilot and Passport is truly amazing! Honda engineering at its best. I really love my 2017 Pilot. I agree....the interior electronics has to be upgraded immediately. Yes it functions just fine, but for the price, and the competition, time to upgrade. Come on Honda.
@@palhein-reim7430 I’m in a similar position-have a 2012 Accord SE and am deciding between a RL & Passport. Pretty sure I go back and forth every day lol
If anyone in Honda USA management or the design team is reading this: Can you bring back the Honda 1st generation pilot as the next new Honda Passport? The exterior and interior design of the 1st generation pilot were awesome and suitable for a lot of people's needs and comfort. I believe its wheel base was similar or even slightly smaller than the new passport. The differences I would like to see are a hybrid or plug in hybrid option, standard 4X4, electronic emergency brake, gear shift like the honda crv instead of that bar hanging out of the steering wheel area, back up camera, apple car play and side mirrors with blind spot warning. Also a D shaped steering wheel. If you were to come out with a 1st generation pilot refresh with these features I wouldn't hesitate buying . You had a winning design inside and out with the 1st generation pilot. Make my automotive dream come true!
I really love Acura and Honda products. They are the best bang for the buck plus ultra reliable and good quality. Change the oil on a Honda/Acura and it'll run forever. 😎👍
I love the rear storage!!!! Do not love the rear exterior shape though. It needs a smother shape in the rear. I like fender and side liners to a modest height. Such a paint saver. I also like a skid proof cubby on the dash. Cup holders on rear door panels as well as the middle. Options. 😄 Doors with pockets across the entire door at the bottom on all doors. Maybe a small pocket inbeteeen towards the front as well fir additional space. Rear seat that glides front and back as well as tilt. Rear would be great with a house hold plug in addition to USB and 12 volt. Heated and vented seating for all seats. Lumbar for both front seats. Just incase designers are reading. Lol 😆
Still no "Close and Lock" button for the power lift gate. Lame. I wish it was on my 2017 MDX too, which is basically the same car as the Pilot/Passport.
Both Passport and Pilot would benefit from a front grill treatment similar to new Ridgeline. Otherwise I am still on the fence in nine seeped ZF transmission. I take the a Grand Cherokee because of that over this.
Grand Cher is a very different vehicle and it's much narrower and smaller inside. The Honda is much wider and has much more interior space. Depends on your needs. Dependability? Ummm... I worked for Chrysler and after 4 mergers... ewhh... ... I wouldn't own one long-term unlike the Honda. ...Nine speed ZF is doing fine and is a durable trans in this form.
In your video as I stopped at your graphic where you say that Honda sending has ACC and the graph says with LSF (low speed follow) did they update that? My 2020 doesn’t have low speed follow. Please let me know or any of your subscribers. Thanks! I really want a software update for it!
The publications on the cargo space is confusing. There are a lot of web posts that indicate 100 ft3 behind the first row of seats. I'm looking for a vehicle for my son to drive to college and needs the space. The CRV has 76 cubic feet with the seats folded. I was set on CRV until I read many reviews that indicate 100 cubic feet behind the first row on the Passport. This video says 77.9 cubic feet....Edmunds shows 100. The underfloor space is not the difference.
We love ours bought a burgandy one and it is stunning. I like the way it drives, cargo storage we come from a van (Town and Country). Handles very well and we don't miss the 3rd row seats. Lots of storage and comfortable driving. Thanks for the review. We added the mud flaps, 3M window treatment and wish we would of also added running boards. It sets up pretty high.
@@nayj.5718 Wrongo. I just bought one. The spare tire in the bottom of the floor in the back. You will have to remove the cargo, then the carpet, then open it. The car is really really GOOD< I recommend it.
Why Honda doesn't include their low speed follow (Stop n' go) in the adaptive cruise control on this model. But the bigger Pilot has it is beyond me. And the reason I wouldn't look at the Passport.
That’s one of the reasons that I am hesitating about getting a 21 passport versus the new Kia Sorrento which comes with all the latest styling and interior upgrades for the same price. Size is approximately the same. I don’t need a third row. Love the styling on the Sorrento. I understand that Honda will be doing a refresh next year on the passport. And would certainly hope for the 360° camera.
I think if I looked at a 2019 or 2020 I would not see a difference. I agree it is getting a little long in the tooth. Was on my list but I think it has slipped.
I keep hearing complaints about the fussy electronics on the vehicle like erratic cruise control, infotainment works spotty, etc. I have a ford escape and it will at times have similar problems. You have to understand that technology is not 100% guaranteed to work all the time. You have to measure the amount of usefuless you get from it. If you feel your car slowing just step on the accelerator and overide or reset it. Everything has a fluke once in a while, computers, lights, people, etc. I think in the uder $40,000 range the passport is a good option. Its mechanic friendly, does not use turbos, has lots of room, has large towing capacity, and lots of standard safety features in the price range. If someone finds a car that last forever and works perfect all the time let me know because I want one. I never hear of long-term owners complaing of losing money trying to fix a honda problem which mechanics never solve, like I do with other brands BMW,AUDI, MINI COOPER, MERCEDES, LEXUS, ETC. The worst cars for the average income income person are the german cars.
I have the Honda oddsey 2019. If I could get an update to the autopilot assist with low speed follow. With steering wheel and dashboard from my oddsey to the crv I'd purchase the crv for sure. If Honda can make electric hybrid like rav4 prime hybrid.
I hope they fixed the Honda interface problem. They probably didn’t. Because the 2019 one was absolutely terrible. Recalls after recall, that annoying popping sound coming from the speakers is horrible, and I still can’t use my Bluetooth to talk it constantly dropsCalls all the time and the interface freezes up every single time. And this is not just mine they had to recall all 2019’s for the same problem some got fixed with the recall, some wouldn’t. I would LOVE to purchase again when my lease is up but I’m DREADING having the same problem with the interface.
What’s wrong with your radio? I have a 2019 CRV EX and the radio/Apple CarPlay work fine. Other than the wasted space that could be used for screen real estate, it’s pretty good
It's going after a different market. Many consumers were complaining that they don't need a 3rd row, something that can be more agile for off roading, and be slightly cheaper. Many 2 rows suv are smaller in size, so Honda is trying to capture this group of consumers.
@@MikeSandersMN the Pilot is not as capable for off roading. Many people who are married without kids don't need a 3rd row. You think every car needs a back seat? Do you think roadster is also stupid because it doesn't have back seats?
I love my 2020 but wish I would have known about the 'big and spacious' interior. As I am tired of being the chauffeur there was no reason to get the Pilot with the extra row of seating. The Passport has a lot of headroom front and back. No floor hump in the back seat which some cars have. As I am 6ft the front seat has enough legroom but not sure if you are taller. I would have chosen the Mazda CX9 but for one problem, the CX9 you can't spread your legs (mansplain?) when driving. I would not have chosen the VW Atlas because of 2 bad/money pit VWs I have had and reading the reviews of mechanics with respect to VW nowadays. The Passport was easily better quality than anything by KIA/Dodge/Ford/Hyundai/Jeep. After test driving the Passport you simply sit in most other SUVs and notice the difference. Have a CRV which is more fun to drive but a lot smaller. My big Passport problem is the back/luggage space. I have to carry the odd fridge/tv/drywall and it is not big enough. I measured the opening at the back and thought it would be big enough but did not realize the interior wheel well and the interior roof. You can almost put a tv/fridge inside but when you push it inside it hits the roof fairly quickly. The height at the very back is more than the height mid car when you fold the seats. This would be okay if they had some latch outside that you could use to tie down the open trunk to the bottom of the car so you could carry more. This would probably help a lot of people that shop IKEA with small cars and so on. I had to carry 4x8 sheets of drywall but they don't fit inside due to the wheel wells. As I already had the car I installed a hitch in the back to pull a trailer which lets me carry these things for $16/day U-Haul rental. Make sure you get roof rails which I have used a fair bit for drywall and the odd couch. You have to get used to parking it and it makes me miss my old Honda Civic which could park anywhere. Another thing people may find interesting. A Toyota salesman told me Honda quality has really dropped since most of their cars are made in Mexico. I googled and this is true. I mentioned this to the Honda dealer and he agreed but said the Passport is still made in the USA (Kentucky I think) so it still has the quality. It sort of has the lane assist/self driving but you have to really keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel as it lets you wander into the next lane. They wife's Acura RDX is ten times more fun to drive and it drives itself but it is not a work horse and costs a lot more.
Wow a rating of 99. I am a huge Honda fan and i have owned 9 Honda’s now. But I see several cons in rating this vehicle, for one the price it’s almost the same as the pilot and the major different you lose 3 seats and its 6 inches shorter. Two the interior has some plastic finishes in some areas that make it look very cheap in quality. The rear end looks like a Ford Explorer or Ford Edge from a few years ago its already looks outdated. For a vehicle that holds 5 passengers its doesn’t have the greatest mpg but i guess if you occasionally towing something then maybe you could justify needing the extra hp/torque. The rear only has one row of seats and you can’t adjust as in slide the seats back and forward for added room ? Last the rear door wheel well corners are now sharp edges, not only does this look cheap but for anyone that has smaller kids they don’t always think when they hop out and that would be a nightmare for other Honda’s in the driveway. When i first heard Honda was bringing back the passport i thought that would be a nice fit between the CRV and the Pilot , after seeing pricing i asked myself why would anyone buy this over a pilot. Honda can do better, I don’t agree with a rating of 99, IMO probably mid 80s. Honda use to be a hidden gem , as in you would get a lot of bang for your buck, today some Models are more buck then the bang.
Hopefully an eventual redesign fixes some of these hiccups. The interior does feel a bit cheap for the price, the gloss black plastic was a questionable choice. The infotainment system is below average, I'd purchased in 2019 and sold a few months ago and I had to purchase a USB keyboard to reboot the infotainment screen when it froze. Blame first year issues. but I just saw they issued a recall to fix the intrument cluster.
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This will be my car in 2 years, mark my words. This will be my first brand new car I finally get myself.
Save money and pay it cash
@@conracewhatever5224 Definitely
@@chutehsike260 you can do it!!!! Your awesome!!! The dream is BIG!!! 😁
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I think it's worth noting that supposedly the higher trim levels that is Touring and Elite offer acoustic glass all around which will obviously contribute to a quieter ride inside the cabin.
I was all set to buy the EX-L version, when I went through the specs in detail, which made me switch to the touring model. Yes, acoustic glass all around, full LED headlights (and not just the low-beams as in the EX-L), Roof Rails, Navigation system (not a big deal, since I use Apple Carplay/Google maps), larger wheels (8.5" wide) and larger tires (265/45/20), hands-free access rear-tailgate, front/rear parking sensors, front and rear heated seats (EX-L only has front heated). premium 10-speaker audio system, wi-fi hotspot capability, a few additional interior lighting knick-knacks over the EX-L etc. I am however disappointed that not a single passport model offers a panoramic sunroof like the Pilot, or the beige interior.
Not supposedly higher trim level- the remote start and upgraded sound system alone is worth the Touring for me. Didn’t know about the acoustic glass, that’s awesome. Thanks for the heads up!
@@OBrandt-i5c Think about it though, the sunroof needs to be cleaned once every so often. And it can even flood. My mother has this car, she is so happy without the sunroof.
That's the thing about us human beings, we must learn from our mistakes so we may find something better. 👍
@@madness0169 people have personal preferences, but I have had cars equipped with sunroofs for over 20+ years, and never had an adverse event happen. I have owned cars with panoramic Sunroofs for around 6+ years (including my current 2022 Mercedes E450 Wagon and a 2021 Acura RDX), and other than the wide, open, airy feel in a car with a panoramic roof, there were absolutely no disadvantages that I experienced. Just a different perspective.
Just bought 1 I lovvvvvvve love loveeeee my NEW ride
Me too!!!
Great suv
I love my 2020 touring awd! It drives amazing and i love the cargo space. You really dont need more back seats, it just makes it cluttered. The passport was perfect for me and my wife as we loved the leg room we had in our element. Love the sporty look of this machine too! Glad i got a passport instead of a highlander or telluride.
The rear seats do slide on my Ex-L. Shout out to Honda of Lisle.
Dude, what a trip. I'm researching the Honda Passport before buying it this Thurs and FREAKING CRYPTO R US Is the host of the first channel I click on. This is serious synchronicity pal.
I have had CRVs, Pilot, and now Passport. I loved the Pilot but wanted something smaller but not small like the CRV which has changed so much and is cheaper inside. I love my 2021 Passport. I loved my Pilot but the Passport fits my needs now that my grandchildren have moved. I am very happy with it. And so glad I have the videos to learn things about the Passport I didn't know was there to use. Thank you.
Passport is perfect it doesn't compare to anything new and updated "modern look" I test drove toyota highlander, telluride, sorrento, and others but nothing nothing felt like the passport taking that in consideration I went ahead with the base model ...it is that good!
Thanks for your review. I went to buy a Ridgeline and loved it. It drives and feels super, then, I look behind and saw an empty bed and thought twice (not being a truck guy). Then, they gave gave me a Pilot to drive and I loved it, but then, I look behind and saw too many seats (being an empty nester already), and no room for my bicycle. Then, I tried the 2021 Passport Touring AWD and felt in love. I ended up buying the last one. Thanks for your review, it was very complete. I certainly love my Passport Touring. My first SUV was an Isuzu Rodeo in 2003 and had it for 10 years. I certainly like this passport. I do recommend to anyone. I tried the Toyota 4Runner and all their comparables and did not find the comfort as the Passport. Go Honda.
Congrats Pepe!
The Isuzu rodeo was also a honda passport with a lot of problems that eventually got discontinued 😂 this passport is definitely no rodeo enjoy your new rodeo errr passport 🤙
@@flight2339 My Isuzu Rodeo was an wxcelent car. Never had a problem .
I’ve had my EXL for 6 weeks now and I truly love it.
So many of these reviews say the same thing....the design is dated. Meanwhile, the same reviewers will laud the basic design of the Subaru Outback, which has barely changed for over 10 years now.
I'm glad Honda made this so I bought the Touring version. I needed (wanted) more room and power than the CR-V and had no need for a 3rd Row in the Pilot. Plus it looks nice.
This is exactly my case! I'm thinking of getting the Touring version (in Canada). Do you enjoy it?
@@mariemaitres.4363 I do. I bought mine in September 2020 and I haven't driven it on any long road trips yet, but it is very roomy and comfortable for myself, my wife and 8 year old son. I'm in Southern California so I only needed the FWD. In Canada, you may need the AWD option on your Touring. I looked at a lot of SUVs and would buy this again... so no regrets.
@@maidai58 This is a good point. Thank you for your feedback!
@@maidai58 They are all AWD in Canada (TI in French).
@@maidai58 I've just ordered one today! A Touring version, white color, a very good deal - I get the snow tires for free, and they made me the price of the Subaru Outback. I can't wait to have it now :-)
I really appreciate your reviews because you provide the good and the bad. Some reviewers are like watching a commercial, only discussing the good points, and that doesn't help me at all.
Thanks!
something a lot of reviewers seem to miss .. the Base and EX-L only have acoustic glass in the front windshield. The Touring and Elite have it all in the windows and some extra padding for sound absorption (this is unconfirmed - have only found passing reference on various forums). That's why the lower two trims have louder cabins.
Yup correct
Just considering a 2020 EXL...
@@si7729 That was my first choice, but I found the 2021 at the same price.
That's important if true. I'm looking at passport. Was thinking of ex_l and adding lot of options... but now I know this i will wait for dealer to find me a touring or elite in the right colors.
@@EightBallAnswers1 Get the touring or elite. It comes with GPS satellite and AWD if you prefer
I love everything about it except for the rear end design. The taillights can be designed better.
I agree about the taillights its has an explorer look , I don’t like that.
This is my favorite Honda vehicle. I currently drive a 2016 VW Jetta but maybe in about 2-3 years I'll buy one of these as my first brand new car and my first SUV! Great review!
Hearing reviews talk about road noise and how they can hear some wind noise. I’m over here in my 1998 CR-V asking my passenger to speak up so I can hear them over the typhoon of wind noise....
I test drove this and might buy it, but it does have a couple of negatives:
1. No 360 degree camera. Scary in a big SUV. And you don’t get parking sensors until the Touring trim, so the EX-L he was driving doesn’t have it.
2. Big turning radius. Along with the lack of 360 degree camera and usual lack of parking sensors, worries me about parking dings.
3. The foot-activated parking brake is too close to my left ankle and shin. I was constantly aware of it while driving and it also made me wonder if it could break and pin my left leg in an accident. I prefer hand brakes or electronic parking brakes for these reasons.
4. Disliked the button gear selector. I prefer the old style gear selectors.
Loved the spacious and airy feeling, and that cargo hold is gigantic. And loved the engine.
Nice review. I like your section on the trim levels. Always good to know those details! I like the fact that this vehicle has captain's chair style arm rests up front. Nice job. Keep it up!
I recently traded in my 2021 Acura RDX (SH-AWD + Technology) after 3 months of ownership, for a 2021 Honda Passport Touring. The reason being the shallow hatch height of 30” in the Acura, which prevented me from putting in a full-size dog crate that’s 31” tall, and could not fit even my medium-sized mountain bike within the hatch area. These are just regular use cases and Acura’s design team need to be fired for not considering these. The 2022 MDX, a much larger vehicle, also has the same 30” hatch height problem.
For comparison, the Honda CRV’s hatch is 36” tall (a sheer marvel in packaging) and the Honda Pilot and Honda Passport have 33-34” of hatch height. My new 2021 Honda Passport Touring meets all of my utility vehicle needs……can easily fit the dog crate, can easily swallow up the mountain bike.
Having said that, Acura is not the only culprit here…….the Subaru Ascent, the Subaru Forester, the Subaru Crosstrek, the Toyota RAV4 are all in the unusably shallow hatch height category and it is a shame to call these utility vehicles, if they cannot cater to such mundane use cases
That legroom in the back is more like 9 inches from his knee...6 inches is the standard size of a normal hammer head.
Also, I just picked up a 2021 and the rear seats, in fact, slide forward and back.
Really digging this passport 👌
Continued... lots of clever storage space, storage under the rear cargo floor, excellent V6 engine (does not need premium fuel) with one of the best AWD systems on the market, and is very quick (0-60mph in 6.4 sec as reported by Consumer Reports).
yeah right one of the best awd systems !!!!! Put the Passport up against a Forester and see how that works out...
AH Benjamin - Yes, Honda’s AWD system can transmit up to 70% of engine torque to the rear wheels and up to 100% of that to either left or right rear wheel via true active torque vectoring (with clutch pack). This is much the same as Acura’s SH-AWD system.
The Subaru Forester with CVT transmission can only transfer up to 50% of engine torque to the rear wheels and does not have active torque vectoring
@@ahbenjamin2889 Subaru is a garbage can on four wheels hampered by a time bomb transmission and a windshield made out of the tears of a million Forester owners.
@@jessebrinker3706 Yep. I was watching a video on "Why my CVT failed on Subaru" and noticed one of the cars in the video is the Honda Passport. I was like hmm...I should look it up. I currently own the 2015 Honda Fit EX-L and while it's a great commuting car in Northern California I need more leg room and better seats so thinking about CR-V but the Passport sounds like a better option.
0 to 60 and 5.8
Turn off Traction control turn on sport.
most of these reviewers just have it in normal mode it starts out in 2nd gear from a stop.
The passport is fast not quick fast.
The best Honda !
Like the pace of your review. Good info - thanks
Thank you!
love the passport
Miss the old passport from 1996.
I've been considering the Passport ... nice review ..
5.8 s to 60 in a large 2 row crossover is only adequate? Get real. Other than that, I enjoyed your review. Thumbs up.
Great vehicle. It has an amazing ride and great steering. I love it. I own a 2020 passport. It feels great.
Biggest Con: why buy it? It’s pretty pricey. If you have a family of 4 or more get the Pilot at this price point. It doesn’t have the panoramic sun roof. If you are a family of 3 or less, get a CRV.
But what about family of 3 who travels and needs trunk space? Crv seems small
Black Bear Gear the passport is an amazing vehicle in every way but for the price. At this price you are getting into luxury car status.
For that family of 3 needing the space, get a Grand Cherokee. You can get them for much less than MSRP, unlike Honda’s.
If I could do it over, I would have gotten an Lexus RX 350
Derek Curry
I got $4000 discount when I purchased my 2020 Pilot
@@Dre2011 you get the passport at below masrp too.
Trim packages comparison?
Be aware that there are a number of safety features that you may want to turn off or minimize. We have a 2020 model and there are 2 things that make us hate driving our Passport. 1) The lane keep assist system (LKAS) creates a "wobble" in the steering wheel when you get close to another lane (or anything that looks like a lane marker). We turn this OFF as the vibration in the steering wheel is strong enough that it can startle the driver to a point of either letting loose or over compensating our steering. We have had our Passport in multiple times to address this safety issue occurring while driving straight in a lane. Seems the sensor may detect objects like temporary lanes, seams in the road, etc. as lane markers. Honda says this is normal. 2) The driver assist system is setup where if you get too close to an obstacle, a "WARNING" message is displayed across the dash. If the object is too close, the car will apply the brake.. We have learned to turn this off by holding the CMBS button; and we change the vehicle settings to reduce the distance it registers obstacles to "short". Again, we have had Honda look at this safety feature as we not only get the "BRAKE" message but the car will actually apply brakes with nothing in front of us. Although we get this to happen just about every other time we go out, Honda is unable to reproduce the problem. My two cents? Be a driver and find a car that doesn't have so many "safety" features.
They should have given the passport the same facelift as the Ridgeline.
It’s just two years old. The Ridgeline is ugly as sin now!
@@curlybill3966 very subjective
I love my Honda Passport.
Me too.
Hey, Do you know if exist a diesel option of Passport?
What is the Acura version of this ??
Honda always does a great job with their lineup. The room inside the Pilot and Passport is truly amazing! Honda engineering at its best. I really love my 2017 Pilot. I agree....the interior electronics has to be upgraded immediately. Yes it functions just fine, but for the price, and the competition, time to upgrade. Come on Honda.
I was under the impression the rear seats do slide
I enjoyed your video review 😊
Thanks Adam
i drive a 2019 honda passport EX-L. i love it!
very good review! keep it up buddy👍
Thanks to your review I picked one up yesterday in Tewksbury, MA - EX-L
Congrats! Love it so far?
@@DriversOnly love it; you sold me my friend. Going from a 2018 Accord sport and was leaning towards Ridgeline until I watched your piece.
@@palhein-reim7430 I’m in a similar position-have a 2012 Accord SE and am deciding between a RL & Passport. Pretty sure I go back and forth every day lol
Desperately needs 360 cam and cooled seats. And a full digital instrument panel will be a touch.
It has vented seats but at a price.
@@Marbind Which trim? I can't find them on any trim!
Vented frond seats on the Touring version.
Is it just me, or is that info screen blinking on and off during bumps like there's a short somewhere?
awd is the best.I would like to get onein coming day.I alwayslike the Honda.Ilove Honda for life never change..
If anyone in Honda USA management or the design team is reading this: Can you bring back the Honda 1st generation pilot as the next new Honda Passport? The exterior and interior design of the 1st generation pilot were awesome and suitable for a lot of people's needs and comfort. I believe its wheel base was similar or even slightly smaller than the new passport. The differences I would like to see are a hybrid or plug in hybrid option, standard 4X4, electronic emergency brake, gear shift like the honda crv instead of that bar hanging out of the steering wheel area, back up camera, apple car play and side mirrors with blind spot warning. Also a D shaped steering wheel. If you were to come out with a 1st generation pilot refresh with these features I wouldn't hesitate buying . You had a winning design inside and out with the 1st generation pilot. Make my automotive dream come true!
Do the passenger doors in back open to 90* ? This is important for dogs. Thank you.
The Honda Passports turn me on, they’re so nice and cool!
Hey it’s George, we’re all George
Wait a minute!!!! Is this George "we're all George"??? I didn't know you do car reviews!!!!
Did they fix the problem of the screen going blank. That is an issue on my 2019.
I was really hoping it had at least one kind of unique feature.
I really love Acura and Honda products. They are the best bang for the buck plus ultra reliable and good quality. Change the oil on a Honda/Acura and it'll run forever. 😎👍
I love the rear storage!!!!
Do not love the rear exterior shape though.
It needs a smother shape in the rear.
I like fender and side liners to a modest height. Such a paint saver.
I also like a skid proof cubby on the dash.
Cup holders on rear door panels as well as the middle. Options. 😄
Doors with pockets across the entire door at the bottom on all doors.
Maybe a small pocket inbeteeen towards the front as well fir additional space.
Rear seat that glides front and back as well as tilt.
Rear would be great with a house hold plug in addition to USB and 12 volt.
Heated and vented seating for all seats.
Lumbar for both front seats.
Just incase designers are reading. Lol 😆
does the 2921 passport touring have a Cd Player?
Still no "Close and Lock" button for the power lift gate. Lame. I wish it was on my 2017 MDX too, which is basically the same car as the Pilot/Passport.
Hi is gorgeou passport ❤️ excelente vídeo 👍🏻
Those front seat pilot seats it's what keeps me from buying one
How does this Honda passport compare to the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee??
Shift knobs???
Both Passport and Pilot would benefit from a front grill treatment similar to new Ridgeline. Otherwise I am still on the fence in nine seeped ZF transmission. I take the a Grand Cherokee because of that over this.
Grand Cher is a very different vehicle and it's much narrower and smaller inside. The Honda is much wider and has much more interior space. Depends on your needs. Dependability? Ummm... I worked for Chrysler and after 4 mergers... ewhh... ... I wouldn't own one long-term unlike the Honda. ...Nine speed ZF is doing fine and is a durable trans in this form.
I test drove one and also heard a lot of wind noise coming from the upper edge of the front windows. Very annoying.
In your video as I stopped at your graphic where you say that Honda sending has ACC and the graph says with LSF (low speed follow) did they update that? My 2020 doesn’t have low speed follow. Please let me know or any of your subscribers. Thanks! I really want a software update for it!
I asked Honda customer service and they do not have a software update for LSF. I don’t see it on Honda site for 2021 either. Pilot 2021 has it.
Thanks jteezy
@@soccredude I heard it’s not that great or operates smoothly, we probably not missing out much.
Honda Passport or VW Atlas Cross Sport?
Damn dude you’re reviewing all of these cars right where I live.
Nice!
The publications on the cargo space is confusing. There are a lot of web posts that indicate 100 ft3 behind the first row of seats. I'm looking for a vehicle for my son to drive to college and needs the space. The CRV has 76 cubic feet with the seats folded. I was set on CRV until I read many reviews that indicate 100 cubic feet behind the first row on the Passport. This video says 77.9 cubic feet....Edmunds shows 100. The underfloor space is not the difference.
Just go look at it in person and decide what's best. The passport's cargo room is much wider and deeper than the CRV.
Is Honda PassPort reliable?
Good video 👍🏻
We love ours bought a burgandy one and it is stunning. I like the way it drives, cargo storage we come from a van (Town and Country). Handles very well and we don't miss the 3rd row seats. Lots of storage and comfortable driving. Thanks for the review. We added the mud flaps, 3M window treatment and wish we would of also added running boards. It sets up pretty high.
Congrats Kathy!
IT is called Scarlet Red, and it is beautiful.
You missed the spare tire location?? Where is it?
There isn't 1... it comes with a run flat repair kit! One of the only drawbacks to this car along with price.
@@nayj.5718 Wrongo. I just bought one. The spare tire in the bottom of the floor in the back. You will have to remove the cargo, then the carpet, then open it. The car is really really GOOD< I recommend it.
How is this different from the 2019 model?
8 Inch Display with apple carplay
Why Honda doesn't include their low speed follow (Stop n' go) in the adaptive cruise control on this model. But the bigger Pilot has it is beyond me. And the reason I wouldn't look at the Passport.
I see you also reviewed the Grand Cherokee. Which one would you prefer on a long highway trip? Thanks! :D
Both rear seats slide fore and aft, each recline. There is a black bar on each Rear seat lower front. Just saying. I own one. Good review otherwise.
The gauge cluster on the Passport and the Ridgeline should be revised. It looks like it was designed by a soccer mom.
That was the market lol
Does the 2021 passport have 360 camera . ? I know it has other options camera. But wasn’t shown in report .. thank you
That’s one of the reasons that I am hesitating about getting a 21 passport versus the new Kia Sorrento which comes with all the latest styling and interior upgrades for the same price. Size is approximately the same. I don’t need a third row. Love the styling on the Sorrento. I understand that Honda will be doing a refresh next year on the passport. And would certainly hope for the 360° camera.
No it does not unfortunately.
cabin noise? retractable mirrors..360 camera?
I think if I looked at a 2019 or 2020 I would not see a difference. I agree it is getting a little long in the tooth. Was on my list but I think it has slipped.
I don’t like how the back end looks. It looks like something is missing. I like the front, but wish it had the back end design of the CR-V.
Buns? Oh, he means Buttons! After he said "buns" for the 6th time, I couldn't listen anymore.
Sorry bun
I know, right! He does great vids on vehicles BUT he has got to stop saying BUNS for buttons...aarrgggg.
Thank You. Will you be reviewing the 2021 Hyundai SF any time soon?
As soon as I get my hands on one.
Santa Fe?
I keep hearing complaints about the fussy electronics on the vehicle like erratic cruise control, infotainment works spotty, etc. I have a ford escape and it will at times have similar problems. You have to understand that technology is not 100% guaranteed to work all the time. You have to measure the amount of usefuless you get from it. If you feel your car slowing just step on the accelerator and overide or reset it. Everything has a fluke once in a while, computers, lights, people, etc. I think in the uder $40,000 range the passport is a good option. Its mechanic friendly, does not use turbos, has lots of room, has large towing capacity, and lots of standard safety features in the price range. If someone finds a car that last forever and works perfect all the time let me know because I want one. I never hear of long-term owners complaing of losing money trying to fix a honda problem which mechanics never solve, like I do with other brands BMW,AUDI, MINI COOPER, MERCEDES, LEXUS, ETC. The worst cars for the average income income person are the german cars.
I have the Honda oddsey 2019. If I could get an update to the autopilot assist with low speed follow. With steering wheel and dashboard from my oddsey to the crv I'd purchase the crv for sure. If Honda can make electric hybrid like rav4 prime hybrid.
I hope they fixed the Honda interface problem. They probably didn’t. Because the 2019 one was absolutely terrible. Recalls after recall, that annoying popping sound coming from the speakers is horrible, and I still can’t use my Bluetooth to talk it constantly dropsCalls all the time and the interface freezes up every single time. And this is not just mine they had to recall all 2019’s for the same problem some got fixed with the recall, some wouldn’t. I would LOVE to purchase again when my lease is up but I’m DREADING having the same problem with the interface.
Dont buy one or any Honda with the touchscreen radio they don't work and Honda doesn't have a fix for it I'm stuck with a 2020 with black screen
What’s wrong with your radio? I have a 2019 CRV EX and the radio/Apple CarPlay work fine. Other than the wasted space that could be used for screen real estate, it’s pretty good
Buy a newer Hyundai they have better technology.
Will it be available in UAE?
Welcome back thanks 😇
You called it Pilot a few times... But I can certainly understand the confusion given how they are virtually the same.
It's going after a different market. Many consumers were complaining that they don't need a 3rd row, something that can be more agile for off roading, and be slightly cheaper. Many 2 rows suv are smaller in size, so Honda is trying to capture this group of consumers.
@@misterle7026 This. To 'ding it' in ratings because it doesn't have a third row is idiotic, that's what the Pilot is for.
@@MikeSandersMN the Pilot is not as capable for off roading. Many people who are married without kids don't need a 3rd row. You think every car needs a back seat? Do you think roadster is also stupid because it doesn't have back seats?
@@misterle7026 I was agreeing with you. I own a Passport myself. It's perfect for me, don't need all of that seating.
I would like the vehicle except for all the buns on the steering wheel. I prefer buttons.
Now I can't un-hear it lol
Hopefully they made the seats more comfortable and fix the Apple car play issues
No 'tablet' screen, thank you Honda!
It literally is a tablet lmao it’s just integrated into the dashboard
@@ATH-camChannelwithNoName ok, it's not a 'tombstone' setup
@@bitkahuna That’s pretty much what I was implying 🙃
No 360 camera still?
Look stunning
Looking for more of a upscale interior.
I'll buy one when they get rid of captain seats
Is the passport more like the Acura MDX?
I love my 2020 but wish I would have known about the 'big and spacious' interior. As I am tired of being the chauffeur there was no reason to get the Pilot with the extra row of seating. The Passport has a lot of headroom front and back. No floor hump in the back seat which some cars have. As I am 6ft the front seat has enough legroom but not sure if you are taller. I would have chosen the Mazda CX9 but for one problem, the CX9 you can't spread your legs (mansplain?) when driving. I would not have chosen the VW Atlas because of 2 bad/money pit VWs I have had and reading the reviews of mechanics with respect to VW nowadays. The Passport was easily better quality than anything by KIA/Dodge/Ford/Hyundai/Jeep. After test driving the Passport you simply sit in most other SUVs and notice the difference. Have a CRV which is more fun to drive but a lot smaller. My big Passport problem is the back/luggage space. I have to carry the odd fridge/tv/drywall and it is not big enough. I measured the opening at the back and thought it would be big enough but did not realize the interior wheel well and the interior roof. You can almost put a tv/fridge inside but when you push it inside it hits the roof fairly quickly. The height at the very back is more than the height mid car when you fold the seats. This would be okay if they had some latch outside that you could use to tie down the open trunk to the bottom of the car so you could carry more. This would probably help a lot of people that shop IKEA with small cars and so on. I had to carry 4x8 sheets of drywall but they don't fit inside due to the wheel wells. As I already had the car I installed a hitch in the back to pull a trailer which lets me carry these things for $16/day U-Haul rental. Make sure you get roof rails which I have used a fair bit for drywall and the odd couch. You have to get used to parking it and it makes me miss my old Honda Civic which could park anywhere. Another thing people may find interesting. A Toyota salesman told me Honda quality has really dropped since most of their cars are made in Mexico. I googled and this is true. I mentioned this to the Honda dealer and he agreed but said the Passport is still made in the USA (Kentucky I think) so it still has the quality. It sort of has the lane assist/self driving but you have to really keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel as it lets you wander into the next lane. They wife's Acura RDX is ten times more fun to drive and it drives itself but it is not a work horse and costs a lot more.
The Passport, Ridgeline, and Pilot are made in Lincoln, Alabama by Honda Manufacturing of America.
Wow a rating of 99. I am a huge Honda fan and i have owned 9 Honda’s now. But I see several cons in rating this vehicle, for one the price it’s almost the same as the pilot and the major different you lose 3 seats and its 6 inches shorter. Two the interior has some plastic finishes in some areas that make it look very cheap in quality. The rear end looks like a Ford Explorer or Ford Edge from a few years ago its already looks outdated. For a vehicle that holds 5 passengers its doesn’t have the greatest mpg but i guess if you occasionally towing something then maybe you could justify needing the extra hp/torque. The rear only has one row of seats and you can’t adjust as in slide the seats back and forward for added room ? Last the rear door wheel well corners are now sharp edges, not only does this look cheap but for anyone that has smaller kids they don’t always think when they hop out and that would be a nightmare for other Honda’s in the driveway. When i first heard Honda was bringing back the passport i thought that would be a nice fit between the CRV and the Pilot , after seeing pricing i asked myself why would anyone buy this over a pilot. Honda can do better, I don’t agree with a rating of 99, IMO probably mid 80s. Honda use to be a hidden gem , as in you would get a lot of bang for your buck, today some Models are more buck then the bang.
Hopefully an eventual redesign fixes some of these hiccups. The interior does feel a bit cheap for the price, the gloss black plastic was a questionable choice. The infotainment system is below average, I'd purchased in 2019 and sold a few months ago and I had to purchase a USB keyboard to reboot the infotainment screen when it froze. Blame first year issues. but I just saw they issued a recall to fix the intrument cluster.
Thanks for chiming in but the scale is not out of 100. You can see how others rank including the Pilot with the Passport on Driversonlyrankings.com
The back seats do slide and recline on the elite.
Very disappointing to see Honda has not introduced a 360 camera system on any of their vehicles.
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