A fter a series of teasers, Honda has officially revealed the 2026 Passport, boasting a rugged design, enhanced off-road capability, and a powerful, albeit retained V6 engine. The

The 2026 Honda Passport lineup includes three trim levels: RTL, TrailSport and TrailSport Elite. Every model will come equipped with the same 3.5-liter V-6 engine, which Honda says is good for 285 hp. That motor comes mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, which has been specifically re-tuned for application in this machine.

Back in the 1990s before coming out with its own crossover, the CR-V, Honda offered the first-generation Passport, a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo that was a legit body-on-frame SUV. Since then, the Japanese brand has mainly stuck to crossover-y models that aren’t focused on off-roading,