2020 Honda Passport Review

Name: 2020 Honda Passport
Brand: Honda

Price Range: $17,999 - $28,998

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8.1

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The 2020 Honda Passport is one of the most versatile SUVs on the market. It exudes an athletic character from both a design and performance standpoint, but it also delivers a comfortable ride, plenty of cargo space, and decent fuel economy. It also comes with a good number of standard features, excellent smartphone integration and plentiful interior storage.

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Pros

Spacious interior with lots of passenger space
Comfortable front seats
Many clever storage compartments

Cons

Adaptive cruise control is only available over 20 mph
Driver's seat might be positioned a little too high for some people

What's new

The Passport returns largely unchanged for 2020
Part of the third Passport generation introduced for 2019

Overview

Written by automotive expert Travis Langness

4/13/2020

Automakers have been on a kick of resurrecting old nameplates, with recent releases including the Chevrolet Blazer, Lincoln Aviator and Toyota Supra. The appeal of these new vehicles varies, but the 2020 Honda Passport — part of the 2019 third generation that brought back the Passport name last seen in 2002 — is one of the finest midsize SUVs on the market.

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2020 Honda Passport
EX-L 4dr SUV
$19,450
great price
$2,878 below market
- 71,399 miles
- 2 accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
- 5 Seats, 19 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- Prime Motors (24 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Arlington, VA
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (19 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5FNYF8H5XLB011982
Stock: 011982
Certified Pre-Owned: No
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2020 Honda Passport
Touring 4dr SUV
$17,999
great price
$2,693 below market
- 101,505 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 19 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- AutoNation Honda Dulles (3 mi away)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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Located in Sterling, VA
The following items have been reconditioned on this vehicle: new brakes! MoonroofLeather SeatsNavigation SystemLane Keeping AssistKeyless Start...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (19 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5FNYF8H94LB007302
Stock: LB007302
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 11-21-2025

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The Passport, essentially a Honda Pilot minus a third row, offers far more passenger and cargo space than the CR-V and easier maneuverability than the Pilot. Headroom and legroom are abundant all around. And with more than 41 cubic feet of storage behind the second row, the Passport trounces most rivals when it comes time to carry large objects. It also offers comfortable seats, a smooth ride, upscale cabin materials, and a powerful and fuel-efficient V6 engine.

There are a few minor drawbacks — including overactive driving aids — but these are minor quibbles that do little to detract from the Passport's overall excellence. If you're shopping for a comfortable and roomy midsize crossover, this reborn Honda is pretty much the best one to get.

What's it like to live with the Passport?

The experts at Edmunds acquired a 2019 Honda Passport Touring, logging more than 20,000 miles over the course of a year. The Passport drew praise for its comfort and convenience on long road trips, with a few hiccups along the way. The 2020 Passport is unchanged from the version that debuted in 2019, so our observations still apply. For more about our experience with the Passport, read our long-term test logbook to learn what you should know before buying.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Great

8.1

out of 10

We drove the 2020 Honda Passport on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8/10

How does the Passport drive? The Passport is easily a class leader in terms of the on-road driving experience. The standard V6 engine delivers punchy acceleration, and the nine-speed transmission shifts smoothly. The 0-60 mph run took 6.8 seconds in Edmunds testing, which is among the quickest in the class. The Passport also exhibits better-than-average handling characteristics. Its nicely weighted steering helps the SUV feel responsive and light in turns.

But there is room for improvement. While the brakes offer a consistent feel and are easy to modulate in routine driving, the pedal exhibits a bit of squishiness under hard braking. There's also some nosedive that can make sudden stops feel a touch skittish.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the Passport? The Passport is spacious and comfortable. Though it has a slightly stiffer ride than the related Honda Pilot's, the Passport's suspension controls large body motions and small bumps equally well. The front seats don't have a whole lot of bolstering to them, but they're wide and provide hours of comfort. The reclining rear seats are also a joy to sit in.

The cabin is quiet thanks to very little wind and tire noise. The tri-zone climate control system is effective, as are the heated and ventilated seats (which remember your last setting on vehicle startup).

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? The Passport's cabin is well designed. Head- and legroom are abundant all around, and three adults can sit in the back with minimal discomfort. The Passport sits a little higher than competitors, which might hamper entry and exit for shorter passengers, but the sizable door openings help reduce this difficulty. Outward visibility is excellent in all directions.

The responsive and vibrant touchscreen infotainment system is easy to use. Having knobs and buttons for other controls and functions is a good thing. The unique push-button-style shifter saves space but takes some getting used to

Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? The Passport is packed with most of the modern technology features you'd want. The upgraded audio system — available on Touring and Elite levels — sounds great and fills the cabin space well. The navigation system responds quickly to pinch and swipe gestures for easy map zoom and rotation. Most Passport trim levels offer a Wi-Fi hotspot, four USB ports and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration.

Most of today's advanced safety systems are represented, and almost all are standard. But not all work seamlessly. The adaptive cruise control system, in particular, is troublesome because it only works above 20 mph. As such, it's not very useful in bumper-to-bumper traffic.

Storage

8.5/10

How’s the storage? The Passport's 41.2 cubic feet behind the second row is a large amount of space. Fold down the rear seats and you'll have 77.9 cubic feet. The load height, however, is a bit high. As for child safety seats, there's enough room for the installation of even bulky rear-facing seats. Car seat anchors are easily accessible.

Small-item storage includes large door pockets, a clever space in the center console, and an abundance of shelves and cubbies throughout the cabin. The AWD model's 5,000-pound towing capacity is average for the segment, but you have to buy the towing package. Front-wheel-drive models are limited to 3,500 pounds.

Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA rates the AWD Passport at 21 mpg combined (19 city/24 highway), which is about midpack for midsize SUVs. On our 115-mile testing loop, we averaged about 22 mpg, which is in line with EPA estimates.

Value

8/10

Is the Passport a good value? The Passport's pricing is typical for the class, but exceptional materials and assembly quality, a spacious interior, and a comfortable ride make it feel like a bargain. The cabin's soft-touch plastics on the dash, combined with high-gloss black trim and matte-finish secondary controls, look and feel good. The panel gaps are small and even.

Basic warranty coverage and roadside assistance are offered for three years/36,000 miles, while the powertrain is covered for five years/60,000 miles. All are average for the class.

Wildcard

8/10

Like its three-row Pilot sibling, the Passport is a versatile and well-rounded SUV. It has a great combination of power and comfort, and its handling is gratifying. The Passport is also the best-looking of the Honda SUV bunch thanks to its more aggressive fascia and athletic stance.

2020 Honda Passport trim level differences

The 2020 Honda Passport is available in four trim levels: Sport, EX-L, Touring and Elite. Every Passport comes with Honda's 3.5-liter V6 (280 horsepower, 262 lb-ft of torque) and a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard on the Sport, EX-L and Touring. All-wheel drive is standard on the Elite and optional on the other three trim levels. Compare the 2020 Honda Passport trim levels in-depth.

Which Passport trim does Edmunds recommend?

The base Sport trim is fairly well equipped with convenience features and almost every safety system the Passport offers. But we think it's worth upgrading to the midtier EX-L. Even if the leather seating doesn't wow you, the addition of a blind-spot monitor and a touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability might do the trick. You can't go wrong with the two upper trims either, but we think the EX-L represents the best value in the lineup.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$159/mo

$168/mo

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Reliability

The 2020 Honda Passport has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 8 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5, ranks it #1 out of 29 among Compact SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4.5 out of 5 stars4.5/5Excellent

#1 out of 29 among Compact SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$391/yr

vs. $465/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Frequency

0.14x/yr

vs. 1x/yr
for Average Compact SUV

Severity

5.4%

vs. 11.5%
for Average Compact SUV

Recalls

8 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 24V064000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: XHP, VHQ
Number of vehicles affected:: 750114
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Defect Consequence:: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, and October 18, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.

Recall Number:: 23V858000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: KGC, KGD
Number of vehicles affected:: 2490460
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Defect Consequence:: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Recall Number:: 23V431000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: EEL, ZEM,
Number of vehicles affected:: 1209673
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Pilot, and 2019-2023 Passport vehicles. Due to a faulty Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) communication coaxial cable connector, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Defect Consequence:: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the MOST cable harness and install a straightening cover over the vehicle cable connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EEL, ZEM, and SFC.

Recall Number:: 23V174000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: FE5
Number of vehicles affected:: 339404
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2020-2022 Passport and Odyssey vehicles. The heating pads behind both side-view mirrors may not be bonded properly, allowing the mirror glass to detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Defect Consequence:: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace both left and right side-view mirrors, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 11, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FE5.

Recall Number:: 21V165000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: UA2
Number of vehicles affected:: 1093
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Passport and Pilot vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Defect Consequence:: Overcured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation, which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four tires and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 19, 2021. Owners may contact American Honda Motor Co. customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is UA2.

Recall Number:: 20V440000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: Y7Y
Number of vehicles affected:: 499344
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Pilot, 2019-2020 Odyssey and 2019-2020 Passport vehicles. Incorrect central network software programming may cause several errors to occur that can delay or prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Defect Consequence:: A delayed or inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Honda will notify owners that updated software is available. Owners have the option to either follow the mailed instructions to download and update the software for free, or visit a dealer to have the software update performed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is Y7Y.

Recall Number:: 20V439000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: T89
Number of vehicles affected:: 607786
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019-2020 Passport, and 2019-2021 Pilot vehicles. Incorrect instrument panel control module software can cause the instrument panel to not display critical information, such as engine oil pressure, speedometer, and gear selector position until the next ignition cycle. Additionally, it can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Defect Consequence:: Operating a vehicle without a functioning instrument panel or rearview camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel control module software, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is T89.

Recall Number:: 20V067000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: B6T
Number of vehicles affected:: 10050
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 Passport and Pilot vehicles. The certification label may have been printed with ink that can be wiped away with a solvent, removing the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information.
Defect Consequence:: If the operator is unable to refer to the label information, the vehicle may be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is B6T.

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

Honda Passport Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.1

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2(7%)

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2020 Passport Features & Specs

Trim:

Sport

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$31,990
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$159/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	41.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Passport models:

Honda Sensing: Includes driver aids such as forward collision mitigation with auto braking and lane departure warning. It's standard on all trim levels.
Blind-Spot Information System: Visually alerts the driver when vehicles move into blind spots and audibly beeps if the turn signal is activated in that direction.
Parking Sensors: Indicates with visual and audible alerts how close the Passport is to objects during parking.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Acceptable
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Marginal
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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