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2023 Honda Passport: Redesign, Trailsport, Hybrid, Colors, Refresh

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After the recent mid-cycle refresh, we are pretty sure that the current generation of Honda’s mid-size SUV will remain in production for a few more years. The recent update brought the only thing this SUV needed, a more aggressive styling. So, we have no doubt that the 2023 Honda Passport will continue in the same way, with familiar design and features. Still, don’t exclude the possibility to see things like new standard features and similar minor updates.

You may count on the familiar layout, which has a lot of amazing things to offer. This SUV offers plenty of passenger and cargo space, while the interior quality is pretty impressive. We also love the refined V6 engine, while another thing you get from this SUV is a decent off-road potential. The list of standard equipment is pretty generous, while we also love how this SUV drives.

As no bigger changes are about to come, we presume that the 2023 Honda Passport will hit the market sometime in the last quarter of the year.

2023 Honda Passport TrailSport

2023 Honda Passport Design

As we already mentioned, Honda’s mid-size SUV receive a mid-cycle refresh recently. There is a new styling, which offers a bolder and more aggressive front end, with a more aggressive bumper and new grille design. Considering this update, it’s quite obvious that the 2023 Honda Passport will carry on without bigger changes. Still, don’t exclude the possibility to see things like new color options, or maybe even an appearance package.

Mechanically, things will remain the same as in the initial model. This SUV has a lot in common with the Pilot but also features a little bit different suspension setup, which provides a more engaging ride and a higher level of athleticism in general. At the same time, the ride is smooth and comfortable, while an 8.1-inch ground clearance and torque-vectoring AWD system also ensure decent off-road performance.

Interior

The 2023 Honda Passport interior will also continue in the same way, and that’s definitely not an issue. This SUV features a nice and well-designed cabin, characterized by quality materials and great build quality. Furthermore, we like the seating position, which ensures excellent visibility in all directions. Finally, there is a long list of standard equipment, so even base versions look pretty upscale.

2023 Honda Passport Interior

The Passport is a pretty big SUV, so it’s no wonder it offers plenty of passengers. It comes with two rows of seats and both of them accommodate adults with ease. Furthermore, the front seats are massive and support. Finally, there is the generous cargo area, which offers around 41.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind its rear seats and 77.7 cubic feet with these seats folded. Those are some of the highest ratings among two-row mid-size SUVs.

Features

Yearly updates usually bring few novelties but we are pretty sure that most of the things will remain the same for the next year. Therefore, the 2023 Honda Passport should come standard with goodies like an 8-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless device charging, HD Radio, satellite radio, a seven-speaker stereo, Bluetooth, three USB ports, tri-zone automatic climate control, proximity keyless entry, push-button start, remote start, and a moonroof. The list of available features should include ambient lighting, a 120V power outlet, navigation, a 10-speaker stereo, and a Wi-Fi hot spot.

We don’t expect bigger changes in terms of safety features either. Therefore, base models should come standard with goodies like a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, rear seat reminder, automatic high beams, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control etc.

2023 Honda Passport

2023 Honda Passport Engine

Things under the hood definitely won’t change. So, you may count on a good-old 3.5-liter V6, which is refined and offers pretty good driving dynamics. The max output goes around 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It is sent to the front wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission, which is smooth and refined. All-wheel drive is available too and it comes with torque vectoring, which significantly improves handling and also makes this SUV pretty decent off the road.

When it comes to fuel economy, you may count on about 20 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. Those are typical ratings for the segment.

2023 Honda Passport Release Date and Price

We expect that the 2023 Honda Passport will hit the market sometime in the last quarter of the year, with a starting price of around 38.000 dollars. Key competitors are models like Ford Edge, Nissan Murano, Chevy Blazer etc.

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