Revamped and Ready: Unveiling the 2025 Honda Passport with Enhanced Design, Off-Road Prowess, and Advanced Features”
With just over half a decade of existence and the revival of the Passport name in Honda’s lineup, the current Honda Passport is set for a comprehensive transformation in 2025. This overhaul mirrors the updates introduced to its three-row counterpart, the Pilot, in 2023. Although the current Passport’s lifespan is relatively extended for a Honda model, the impending redesign, coupled with the significant enhancements given to the closely related Pilot for the 2024 model year, points towards substantial changes for the Passport. Here’s an overview of what we know and anticipate for the 2025 Honda Passport, essentially the two-row version of the three-row Pilot SUV:
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Improved Chassis And Muscled-Up Body Honda:
The current Passport is in line for improvements, not just due to its age. Expect enhanced styling similar to the latest Pilot, with the Passport anticipated to closely resemble the Pilot from the rear wheels forward. It is likely to share the same wheelbase but with a shortened length, given its lack of a third-row seat. The redesign aims to address areas such as road and wind noise suppression, in-cabin tech, and chassis refinements, mirroring the improvements made to the Pilot.
Off-Road Performance:
Following the Pilot’s lead, the 2025 Passport is expected to introduce a more focused and capable off-road-oriented TrailSport trim level. Unlike the current TrailSport, which is more of a design package, the new Passport TrailSport is likely to undergo a comprehensive off-road upgrade, featuring new chassis and electronics. While it may not compete with extreme off-roaders like the Jeep Wrangler, it could stand out among two-row SUVs and wagons with above-average off-road capabilities.
Powertrains:
Similar to the Pilot, the Passport is not expected to offer a hybrid version with this redesign. Instead, the gas-fed 3.5-liter V-6 engine paired with the same 10-speed automatic transmission as the Pilot is the anticipated powertrain. While a hybrid option might be desirable, the existing V-6 engine has proven performance in the larger three-row Pilot, providing ample power without sacrificing a comfortable interior.
Interior:
The interior of the 2025 Passport will likely see improvements, drawing inspiration from the Prologue and the latest Pilot. It is expected to share similarities with the Pilot’s dashboard, potentially featuring a 9.0-inch touchscreen. Cargo space is expected to be generous, maintaining a second-row design similar to the Pilot, offering flexibility with a middle-row center seat that can be stowed under the cargo floor.
In summary, the 2025 Honda Passport is poised to be a refined two-row SUV that aligns with the design and technology advancements introduced in the 2023 Pilot. While not venturing into hybrid territory, the Passport is set to offer a compelling option for those seeking a premium-feeling, off-road-capable SUV in the two-row segment.
