Gold Pony, I love your reviews. I've been researching vehicles for months intending to buy later this spring. Yours are the go-to videos for clear and concise information. This is a compliment, as you provide the 'everyman' review - complete for those not wanting too much technical detail but with sufficient practical observations. Great job. The Honda Passport is now in my list of vehicles to test drive.
Bought a Passport EX-L a month ago and loving it so far. I think the only reason to go with the Pilot instead is if you need that 3rd row seat. My kids are grown so this works best for us.
I am always a honda fan... my first car was a manual accord. Currently, my wife has an odyssey. In fact I want to sell my truck to buy an suv and I'm looking at either the 2021-2023 hyundai santa fe or a 2019-2022 honda passport. I really like these but seeing the santa fe and how much cool tech and luxury they offer, makes me a bit frustrated that honda gives us a very reliable car but falls short in some areas like a digital cluster, a proper infotainment system and lacks in quality interior options. Our odyssey has given us lots of trouble with its software glitches, left rear door not working, static sounds when a phone is connected and completely shutting off so you can't use anything on the screen. Besides that, we constantly have error messages and warning lights that just don't go away. I'm looking at getting the passport but I'm also a bit nervous about have those same issues again. If the passport had the interior look of that generation santa fe, it would be a no brainer for me.
I just purchased a 2021 Passport EX-L. I am very happy with it. I am one of those people who only buys Honda. Have never had one bit of trouble. I selected the Passport over the Pilot just because I think the Pilot is really ugly in the rear. I plan to keep my Passport for a very long time.
Would really like oil and transmission temp gauges in addition to the fuel level and cooling system temp. I like the smaller form factor so the vehicle can fit the smaller parking spaces found in many locations. Lots of after market stuff available Passports for rough road and camping applications. I have a MDX and almost never need the 3rd row, but I get to take it with me everywhere I go, and use premium fuel too. I like having no gratuitous graphics like the Ridgeline has on some of its packages. Graphics don't save me one pint of gas or make the vehicle more reliable. I have not driven the Pilot, but have driven the Passport and really liked it, and your review was accurate in my opinion.
I love my Passport! Chose it because I don’t need a third row, at this time and I wanted an SUV and am a loyal Honda customer! As a young professional, this seemed the perfect choice. My impression is the pilot is more of a family car, the CR-V is more of an older person’s car, and the passport seemed perfect for a younger car buyer who wants a Honda SUV!
Like the interior and auto is super nice. Don't like there's no shifter anymore- Not thrilled with the colors this year. impossible to find a touring or an elite. It seems a little bit high up in the back for putting things in it like I would put my bicycle in there -when compared to my current CRV. Tail lights do look like they are too small for visibility/safety.I might buy a 22 model if they have better colors. I assume they're going to do a redesign in 23 or drop it entirely because They don't seem to be popular. But I generally like things other people don't. Looking for a luxury but utility vehicle that I can actually take up to the mountains off the roadAnd load it up with bike/other outdoor gear.
Minor point but you mentioned that the all wheel drive is a $2,000.00 option on all trims. The Elite trim comes with all wheel drive. The all wheel drive is a true torque vectoring system.
@@guitarsrcool4922 You are absolutely right that the AWD is included with the price of the Elite. However my comment was that at 1:31 in the video he stated that AWD was a $2,000.00 option on all trims of the Passport and that was not correct. There is no AWD option for $2,000.00 on the Elite. The Elite was never offered with two-wheel-drive. I liked his video, I just pointing out a minor error.
Do all awd passport and pilot have Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) All-Wheel-Drive System? Or Only Certain trims.Thanks in advance for answering.
Feel like Honda has not upped their game in quite some time. Reliable, but boring....basically my parents generation vehicle. Imagine having the Passport, or even Pilot, 10 years from now. How dated would it look? Compare that to some of the competition from let's say Hyundai or Mazda, would you feel the same? Thanks for the vid GP!
I have to agree that the Passport is looking somewhat dated compared to other SUV’s out there today. Not a fan of the back with the small taillights that looks, to me at least, like a Ford Explorer. It’s time for a complete makeover.
I wouldn't want a Pilot because of the 3rd seat. That doesn't seem like a safe area especially if you get rear-ended. It's small so you can only pretty much put kids back there. I just think it's unsafe for whoever rides back there.
Unfortunately the gauge cluster and the infotainment were already outdated when the Passport was introduced with, cherry on the melted ice cream cake, the wrong transmission.
My only problem with Honda is their horrible radio interface that is the worst to navigate through. It’s like they give it no thought what so ever. I have a CRV and the radio is pure garbage. Honda engines will last forever but their bodies won’t.
Agreed. Honda needs to pull ALL the SUV stops. The new Ridgeline is just the front end of a CRV. I have no idea who is running their deal, but they are big time missing out on what could be the SHIT, if they'd make a real truck.
I am not sure what you are asking, but Honda is the SHIT for reliable engines. They need to make a REAL TOUGH DEAL. So far, the CRV, the Passport (no gear shift handle), and the new *cough cough* "Ridgeline" are annoyingly all the same car with a different shell. They need to make a RIG.
@@jermainejpshepherd2778 most 3 row SUVs have usable 3rd row, not roomy, but still usable for average size adult, however, the 3rd row in Lexus RX is totally useless.
@@jermainejpshepherd2778 but Americans don’t like Minivan. We have like 10 mid-size 3 row SUVs in the segment(not even including luxury brands or full size 3 row SUVs), but only 4 minivans.
Gold Pony, I love your reviews. I've been researching vehicles for months intending to buy later this spring. Yours are the go-to videos for clear and concise information. This is a compliment, as you provide the 'everyman' review - complete for those not wanting too much technical detail but with sufficient practical observations. Great job. The Honda Passport is now in my list of vehicles to test drive.
Bought a Passport EX-L a month ago and loving it so far. I think the only reason to go with the Pilot instead is if you need that 3rd row seat. My kids are grown so this works best for us.
I like the Passport. It has a great powertrain, features, interior, and size. I don't like the 20" wheels, prefer 18" wheels to improve the ride.
If Honda would add a pano roof and 360° cam option this would be my next SUV in a heartbeat.
Plus digital instrument cluster
@@dadoo985 would be nice too but not a deal breaker for me.
360 cam would be awesome, surprised this doesn’t have one
I am always a honda fan... my first car was a manual accord. Currently, my wife has an odyssey. In fact I want to sell my truck to buy an suv and I'm looking at either the 2021-2023 hyundai santa fe or a 2019-2022 honda passport. I really like these but seeing the santa fe and how much cool tech and luxury they offer, makes me a bit frustrated that honda gives us a very reliable car but falls short in some areas like a digital cluster, a proper infotainment system and lacks in quality interior options. Our odyssey has given us lots of trouble with its software glitches, left rear door not working, static sounds when a phone is connected and completely shutting off so you can't use anything on the screen. Besides that, we constantly have error messages and warning lights that just don't go away. I'm looking at getting the passport but I'm also a bit nervous about have those same issues again. If the passport had the interior look of that generation santa fe, it would be a no brainer for me.
I just purchased a 2021 Passport EX-L. I am very happy with it. I am one of those people who only buys Honda. Have never had one bit of trouble. I selected the Passport over the Pilot just because I think the Pilot is really ugly in the rear. I plan to keep my Passport for a very long time.
Nopel! I love Hondas!! I had an Oddsey, CRV and now I have a black 21 PASSPORT, which I love!! Turned 50 this year and this is my first new car🚘❤❤❤
Would really like oil and transmission temp gauges in addition to the fuel level and cooling system temp. I like the smaller form factor so the vehicle can fit the smaller parking spaces found in many locations. Lots of after market stuff available Passports for rough road and camping applications. I have a MDX and almost never need the 3rd row, but I get to take it with me everywhere I go, and use premium fuel too. I like having no gratuitous graphics like the Ridgeline has on some of its packages. Graphics don't save me one pint of gas or make the vehicle more reliable. I have not driven the Pilot, but have driven the Passport and really liked it, and your review was accurate in my opinion.
I love my Passport! Chose it because I don’t need a third row, at this time and I wanted an SUV and am a loyal Honda customer! As a young professional, this seemed the perfect choice. My impression is the pilot is more of a family car, the CR-V is more of an older person’s car, and the passport seemed perfect for a younger car buyer who wants a Honda SUV!
Best AWD system I’ve ever had an I’ve driven subarus etc. this thing can really hook a turn!!!
I would like to see a direct comparison between this and the Hyundai Santa Fe 2021 Turbo. The Pilot is for families, this one looks much better.
Love your vids keep up the good work😁😃
Appreciate it!
The level of detail…you should be paid to review literally every car ever each year so I always have the information I want when I’m in the market.
Haha appreciate it! 😁
Are you sure a pPilot gives you more space? You get a third row of seats but the length of car only increases by 6 inches.
Pilot has 84cu ft of cargo and this was I think I said 77cu ft... not much more but a little bit 👍
I like this vehicle , I haven’t noticed many on the road🙃
Looks like no one buying it. At $44k ... there are lot of luxury entry level options available... MDX starts at $46K.
@@WiseTreee and they look just like a Pilot, it’s easy to get the two confused.
@@WiseTreee we got the sport new for 26k, like 7k off msrp. But at 44k it just ain’t worth it lol
Honda is nuts for pricing it at $44k. Nope. I'm looking forward to the 2022 Honda HRV.
@@thundergato84 well those cars aren’t really comparable . . and the passport is competitively priced given other midsize suvs
Like the interior and auto is super nice. Don't like there's no shifter anymore-
Not thrilled with the colors this year. impossible to find a touring or an elite. It seems a little bit high up in the back for putting things in it like I would put my bicycle in there -when compared to my current CRV. Tail lights do look like they are too small for visibility/safety.I might buy a 22 model if they have better colors. I assume they're going to do a redesign in 23 or drop it entirely because They don't seem to be popular. But I generally like things other people don't.
Looking for a luxury but utility vehicle that I can actually take up to the mountains off the roadAnd load it up with bike/other outdoor gear.
Timing belt or chain?
I think this one is better as a daily drive in my opinion.But,the Pilot would be my choice.🙂🤓
Passport all the way!! Elite
Only thing I dont like is there is no center arm rest console.
There are actual arm rests that fold down, at any angle.
@@daryl4841 true. I just don't like those.
OMG, YES.
Elite comes with all wheel drive. I have the 2019. I am enjoying mine.
Just got one today
Cool! I know you’ll enjoy it. I really think it’s the goldy locks of vehicles…JUST RIGHT!
Do the seats in the Honda Passport fold completely flat?
Minor point but you mentioned that the all wheel drive is a $2,000.00 option on all trims. The Elite trim comes with all wheel drive. The all wheel drive is a true torque vectoring system.
I was just gonna mention this. The Elite trim comes with AWD by default
Yeah but the price of that AWD is included in the price of the Elite.
@@guitarsrcool4922 You are absolutely right that the AWD is included with the price of the Elite. However my comment was that at 1:31 in the video he stated that AWD was a $2,000.00 option on all trims of the Passport and that was not correct. There is no AWD option for $2,000.00 on the Elite. The Elite was never offered with two-wheel-drive. I liked his video, I just pointing out a minor error.
Do all awd passport and pilot have Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) All-Wheel-Drive System?
Or Only Certain trims.Thanks in advance for answering.
Is the engine exactly the same as pilot?
How good is the audio quality?
Nice job!
Whoever designed that instrument cluster, should be fired
Feel like Honda has not upped their game in quite some time. Reliable, but boring....basically my parents generation vehicle. Imagine having the Passport, or even Pilot, 10 years from now. How dated would it look? Compare that to some of the competition from let's say Hyundai or Mazda, would you feel the same? Thanks for the vid GP!
Is anyone concerned about VCM2?
I have to agree that the Passport is looking somewhat dated compared to other SUV’s out there today. Not a fan of the back with the small taillights that looks, to me at least, like a Ford Explorer. It’s time for a complete makeover.
Yea I'm just curious to see how the 2022 refresh is gonna look, since the Pilot is gonna get a full redesign for 2022
The price difference between the passport and the pilot isn’t really that much. I rather pay little extra and get thr pilot for more space.
Who would choose this instead the pilot or Highlander or other options? This Passport in my opinion too expensive and if you like find one used.
I wouldn't want a Pilot because of the 3rd seat. That doesn't seem like a safe area especially if you get rear-ended. It's small so you can only pretty much put kids back there. I just think it's unsafe for whoever rides back there.
Put the damn 10 speed in it!!!
Been screaming this same thing. That 9-speed ZF transmission is the pits!
I think the rims are a little too small.
I am waiting for Acura version of Passport.
I believe the original Passport was actually a rebadged Isuzu Trooper.
It was a Rodeo. The Trooper became the Acura SLX in the states.
Purchased today. Mine was not 44k
How much did you pay for yours?
Unfortunately the gauge cluster and the infotainment were already outdated when the Passport was introduced with, cherry on the melted ice cream cake, the wrong transmission.
Hope Hong Kong Honda can see this
To me the Passport looks like the “original” Pilot from yrs ago.
I like how it looks besides that dirt ugly cheap grill and all that plastic on the rear bumper.
I would have bought a fleet of Passports if they'd offer a gear shifter. I want to drive a car, not a laptop with a mouse.
Does the Passport have aCD player option? Thanks for posting.
Yes that is the empty slot he showed below the climate control.
My only problem with Honda is their horrible radio interface that is the worst to navigate through. It’s like they give it no thought what so ever. I have a CRV and the radio is pure garbage. Honda engines will last forever but their bodies won’t.
Pano roof is needed
Take it on 83 and punch it bro!
$45k and it has a prop rod to hold the hood😂🥴😳
I see no good reason to pick this over the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Honda reliability...
This is significantly faster and more fun to drive imo after driving both
Agreed. Honda needs to pull ALL the SUV stops. The new Ridgeline is just the front end of a CRV. I have no idea who is running their deal, but they are big time missing out on what could be the SHIT, if they'd make a real truck.
@@FalconTypo6 wait so which car would you change??
I am not sure what you are asking, but Honda is the SHIT for reliable engines. They need to make a REAL TOUGH DEAL.
So far, the CRV, the Passport (no gear shift handle), and the new *cough cough* "Ridgeline" are annoyingly all the same car with a different shell. They need to make a RIG.
Honda "sport" is base.......
I wish somebody on UA-cam would come up with something different than “What is up you guys”. God! It’s so tedious.
Whicha got!? I can try something different in the next video I film. Whatever u want! 😆
@@goldpony: You can open with the date in full because NOBODY does that. "It's November 21st, 2022 and THIS is the new Honda Passport"
I wish those cars had third rows
3rd rows in SUVs are useless unless you haul around people wit no legs or you buy a Suburban.
Buy the pilot duh
@@jermainejpshepherd2778 most 3 row SUVs have usable 3rd row, not roomy, but still usable for average size adult, however, the 3rd row in Lexus RX is totally useless.
@@blackwhirlwind1245 nah. I sell them. Most are useless. If you need 3 rows, time 4 a van.
@@jermainejpshepherd2778 but Americans don’t like Minivan. We have like 10 mid-size 3 row SUVs in the segment(not even including luxury brands or full size 3 row SUVs), but only 4 minivans.
Way overpriced