Tracy Honda Trim Guide
2027 Honda Passport Trim Levels:
All Six Configurations Explained & Compared
Compare all six Passport variants by price, factory towing equipment, TrailSport capability, premium comfort & Blackout styling.
The 2027 Honda Passport is a spacious two-row SUV built around a useful mix of everyday comfort, standard all-wheel-drive confidence and genuine weekend capability. Because every variant starts with the same core powertrain and passenger-friendly foundation, choosing a Passport is less about finding an acceptable starting point and more about deciding which upgrades will actually improve the way you plan to use it.
The lineup follows a few clear paths. RTL is the road-focused foundation, with RTL Towing adding factory towing hardware for shoppers who need it. TrailSport makes the major move toward off-pavement capability, while TrailSport Elite layers premium comfort and convenience onto that same trail-ready hardware. The Blackout variants sit alongside the TrailSport choices for shoppers who also want the darker factory appearance treatment.
That range makes the Passport well suited to the mix of daily driving and weekend travel common around Tracy, whether your routine involves commuting, family cargo, towing, camping or rougher recreation routes. Use the Feature Finder below to identify the variants with your must-have equipment, then compare the lineup in more detail to see where the meaningful upgrades begin—and where you can confidently stop.
Find Your Passport Features
Which 2027 Passport Variants Have Your Must-Haves?
Choose one or more features you would not want to give up.
The Finder shows only the Passport variants that include every selected must-have.
Compare the Lineup
Compare the Passport Through Seven Buying Decisions
See what actually separates the six Passport variants, from the redesigned 2027 TrailSport suspension and factory towing hardware to Elite comfort and Blackout styling.
Third-Party Perspective
Car and Driver
10 / 10
2027 Honda Passport rating
#1 Mid-Size Two-Row SUV
Balances Everyday Refinement With Genuine Off-Road Ability
Car and Driver gives the 2027 Honda Passport a 10/10 rating and places it first in its ranking of mid-size two-row SUVs. The publication highlights the Passport's spacious, airy interior, standard all-wheel drive and practical SUV packaging, while praising the way it combines comfortable road manners with meaningful capability away from pavement.
That assessment carries into Car and Driver's 2027 TrailSport test. On steep climbs, rocky obstacles and uneven trails, the reviewers found the lifted suspension and torque-vectoring all-wheel-drive system capable of maintaining progress through genuinely challenging terrain. Just as important, they found that the added off-road hardware did not compromise the Passport's composed behavior on pavement, reinforcing the model's strength as an SUV that can handle both everyday driving and more demanding trail use.
Explore Every Variant
See What Changes Across the 2027 Passport Lineup
RTL establishes the complete road-focused foundation. From there, each panel focuses on what is added, changed or retained so the Towing and Blackout branches stay in context alongside the larger TrailSport and TrailSport Elite equipment steps.
Compare the Passport in Person at Tracy Honda
Compare RTL, TrailSport and TrailSport Elite in person to see which balance of road comfort, trail capability and cabin upgrades fits you best. If you're considering a Blackout variant, seeing the appearance changes firsthand can help determine whether the $1,500 premium is worth it.
Narrow the Final Choice
Make the Final Call Between Passport Variants
The right Passport is not always the next one up in price.
These quick comparisons highlight the upgrades that matter most.
RTL vs. RTL Towing
RTL delivers the complete road-focused Passport at the lowest MSRP.
RTL Towing keeps that same experience and adds the factory Class III hitch hardware for $700 more.
RTL vs. TrailSport
RTL suits primarily paved-road driving with all-season tires and 8.3 inches of clearance.
TrailSport adds the lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, TrailWatch, protection and recovery hardware for regular off-pavement use.
TrailSport vs. TrailSport Blackout
TrailSport provides the full trail-capability package at the lower price.
TrailSport Blackout keeps the same functional hardware and adds the darker factory appearance for $1,500 more.
TrailSport vs. TrailSport Elite
TrailSport emphasizes capability with the essential off-road hardware.
TrailSport Elite keeps that hardware and adds ventilated leather seating, heated rear seats, Bose audio and greater everyday refinement.
TrailSport Elite vs. Elite Blackout
TrailSport Elite already includes the lineup's complete capability and premium-comfort package.
Elite Blackout adds the factory black exterior treatment for another $1,500 without changing capability or cabin equipment.
Choose the Equipment Before the Appearance
First decide between RTL, TrailSport and TrailSport Elite based on how you will use the Passport. Then choose the Towing or Blackout branch only when that specific equipment or appearance upgrade matters to you.
Still Deciding?
Find Your Passport Starting Point
Choose the routine that sounds most like you. Each result identifies the Passport variant to compare first and a nearby alternative worth considering.
Trim to Compare First
Daily Driving & Weekend Cargo
RTL
Why It Fits
RTL keeps the shared AWD, V-6, passenger space and technology while avoiding the price of specialized trail hardware.
Also Compare
Compare RTL Towing if a hitch-mounted rack, carrier or trailer is a repeat part of your routine.
FAQ : 2027 Honda Passport Trim Levels & Configurations
The Tracy Honda Difference
Family-Owned Honda Support
With Deep Northern California Roots
Tracy Honda has served Central Valley drivers for more than 15 years as part of the family-owned Harvey Auto Group, whose automotive roots date to 1954. That experience is backed by a large local footprint and Honda ownership support that continues well beyond delivery day.
Family Automotive Roots Dating to 1954
Harvey Auto Group began with Ken Harvey's motorcycle shop in 1954 and remains privately held and family-owned today, bringing decades of automotive experience behind the local Tracy Honda team.
7+ Acres Supporting Honda Shoppers
Tracy Honda's 7+ acre footprint supports a broad regional selection, giving shoppers more opportunity to compare Honda models, trims and configurations at one Central Valley location.
Honda Service, Digital Inspections & Customization
Factory-authorized Honda service, Genuine Honda Parts, digital inspection reports and accessory or customization support give owners one place to maintain, repair and personalize their Honda after the sale.
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Disclaimers:
*2027 Passport MSRP is shown before tax, license, registration, the $1,595 destination charge, accessories and dealer-specific pricing. Premium colors may carry an additional charge. Dealer prices may vary.
*EPA estimates are 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined MPG for RTL and RTL Towing, and 18 city / 22 highway / 20 combined MPG for TrailSport, TrailSport Blackout, TrailSport Elite and TrailSport Elite Blackout. Actual mileage varies with driving style, traffic, weather, maintenance, vehicle condition, cargo and other operating factors.
*Honda lists a 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity across the 2027 Passport lineup when properly equipped. RTL Towing and TrailSport variants include factory trailer-hitch hardware; actual trailer weight, passengers, cargo, accessories and equipment affect available capacity. Confirm the requirements for the specific vehicle and trailer before towing.
*Ground-clearance and angle figures are manufacturer specifications. Off-road driving can damage a vehicle and requires appropriate judgment, tires, equipment and conditions. TrailWatch, camera, Honda Sensing and parking technologies have operating limitations; the driver remains responsible for safe vehicle operation and observing surrounding terrain, traffic and obstacles.
*Inventory, equipment, colors, accessories, options and transaction pricing can change by vehicle. Confirm the window sticker and dealership listing for the specific Passport you are considering.
*Car and Driver’s 10/10 rating and reviewer impressions are publisher findings from its current 2027 Passport review and October 21, 2026 TrailSport test. Editorial ratings, measurements and review context may be revised by the publisher.