Honda Passport TrailSport or TrailSport Elite: which trim fits Egg Harbor Township families?
The Passport TrailSport fits most Egg Harbor Township families: it carries the V6, AWD and off-road equipment at the lower price. The TrailSport Elite fits families who want comfort and technology for the whole back seat, such as heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, premium audio and a hands-free tailgate.
Boardwalk Honda in Egg Harbor Township sells both and can reserve or order the trim and color you want.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Egg Harbor Township. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Passport TrailSport fits most Egg Harbor Township families; Elite suits comfort-first buyers
The TrailSport gives you the V6, all-wheel drive and off-road hardware that Egg Harbor Township driving calls for. The Elite keeps all of that and adds comfort and technology for the people sitting behind the driver.
The TrailSport’s 3.5-liter V6 makes 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque (Edmunds, 2026). It pairs that engine with a 10-speed automatic, i-VTM4 all-wheel drive with Trail Torque Logic, an off-road tuned suspension and 18-inch alloy wheels with all-terrain tires (Honda, 2026).
The Elite adds perforated leather seating, heated and ventilated front seats, retractable rear door shades and a 12-speaker Bose audio system (MotorTrend, 2026). The rear seats get heat but not ventilation, so the Elite’s heating is for the second row (MotorTrend, 2026). TrailWatch, which uses four exterior cameras for front, rear, side and 360-degree views, is standard on the Elite (Honda News, 2024).
What the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport and Elite each include
The TrailSport has a 9-speaker audio system, and the Elite replaces it with a 12-speaker Bose system with a subwoofer (Honda News, 2025). Honda’s specs list ventilated front seats only on the Elite, and the rear camera washer is on both trims (Honda News, 2025). The Multi-View camera system with TrailWatch is listed on the Elite alone (Honda News, 2025).
The Elite also comes with a power tailgate that opens hands-free and closes on a walk-away command (Honda, 2026). Both trims seat five, so the choice is not about passenger count.
How much more does the Honda Passport TrailSport Elite cost?
Honda’s published 2026 pricing lists the Passport TrailSport at $48,650 and the Passport TrailSport Elite at $52,650 (American Honda Motor Co., 2025). Honda adds a $1,495 destination charge on top of MSRP, and that total leaves out tax, license, registration and options. Honda notes that dealer prices may vary.
A secure finance application can be filled out online, so you can compare the two ways to pay before you visit.
Does the Passport TrailSport Elite give up any TrailSport off-road equipment?
The Passport TrailSport Elite gives up none of the TrailSport’s off-road hardware. Both trims come standard with the largest tires ever fitted to a Honda SUV, 275/60R18 General Grabber all-terrain tires (2026 Honda Passport Press Kit, 2025).
Both also get off-road tuned suspension components, and thick high-strength steel skid plates protect the oil pan, transmission and gas tank (2026 Honda Passport Press Kit, 2025). The difference is in the wheels. The TrailSport has matte Shark Gray 18-inch wheels, while the Elite has machine-finished 18-inch wheels with gloss black lug nuts (2026 Honda Passport Press Kit, 2025).
What do rear-seat passengers get in the Passport TrailSport and Elite?
Rear outboard seats are heated on the Elite and not listed on the TrailSport (Honda News, 2025). The Elite also has integrated rear door sunshades as a key feature (Honda, 2026).
Both trims seat five, and Honda’s published 2026 specifications give the second row 40.9 inches of legroom. The Elite’s heated and ventilated front seats add warmth for winter drives and cooling for warm weather (Honda, 2026).
What Atlantic County winters and shore trips ask of a Honda Passport
Winter and shore trips ask for traction and a vehicle that keeps moving when the ground gives way. The TrailSport’s all-wheel drive and all-terrain tires answer the traction part, and both trims share them.
Atlantic County averages 19.5 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals (WeatherByCounty, 2026). Honda’s i-VTM4 system can send up to 70% of engine torque to the rear axle (Honda News, 2024). The new Trail mode calibrates throttle response for low-speed trails and obstacles, and it aids forward progress when only two tires have traction (2026 Honda Passport Press Kit, 2025).
Egg Harbor Township households average 2.78 people from 2020 to 2024 (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, 2025). Of its households, 74.6% are family households (Hometown Locator, 2026).
When is the Honda Passport TrailSport the wrong trim, and when is the Elite?
The TrailSport suits a family that wants the V6, all-wheel drive and off-road suspension for less money. The Elite suits a family where the second row, the audio and the tech matter as much as the drive.
The Elite adds a 12-speaker Bose audio system, which Honda’s trim listing does not give the TrailSport (Honda, 2026). The Multi-View camera system with TrailWatch is also Elite-only in that listing (Honda, 2026). If rear passengers will ride in heated seats, choose the Elite. If the budget and the trail matter most, choose the TrailSport.
FAQ
How much can a Honda Passport TrailSport tow?
The Passport TrailSport tows up to 5,000 pounds, according to Honda’s published 2026 specifications. Every 2026 Passport trim in Honda’s figures carries the same 5,000-pound maximum, so the trim does not change the tow rating. Check your trailer’s weight against that number before you buy.
What fuel economy does the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport get?
The 2026 Passport TrailSport with all-wheel drive is rated 18 city, 23 highway and 20 combined (EPA, 2026). Those are the EPA’s certified figures for that powertrain.
Should I lease or buy a Honda Passport?
Boardwalk Honda offers Honda leases, and its lease page names lease deals for the Passport. Buying works too, and a secure finance application can be filled out online.
How many child seats fit in the back of a Honda Passport?
The Passport seats five, and a LATCH-compatible child seat can go in any of the three rear seating positions (Honda Passport Owner’s Manual, 2026). Never attach two child seats to the same lower anchor, because in a collision one anchor may not hold two attachments (Honda Passport Owner’s Manual, 2026).
What does the TrailWatch camera system do on the Passport Elite?
When you activate Trail mode, TrailWatch shows a live feed of the terrain on the 12.3-inch touch screen, which helps you see over a hill or along a narrow ridge (Honda, 2026). It also draws tire path graphics that show where the Passport will go based on steering wheel position (Honda, 2026).
Why buy your Honda Passport from Boardwalk Honda in Egg Harbor Township?
Boardwalk Honda is rated 4.7 stars across 4,565 Google reviews as of October 2026, and 88 in 100 of them are five-star (Google, 2026). We offer custom factory orders for new Hondas, and we sell new Honda models, including the Passport.
In an August 2026 Google review, Chantal P. wrote: “I’ve leased several vehicles over the years, and this is now my fourth lease with Boardwalk Honda. I’ve always had a great experience, and this time was no different. Bob was great to work with and really worked with me to get me where I needed to be. He made the whole process easy and stress-free and was really helpful. I’m very happy with my experience .”
To start, bring your trim and color to Boardwalk Honda at 6807 Tilton Rd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234, or start your finance application online at Boardwalk Honda.
Boardwalk Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Egg Harbor Township showroom, or call 609-428-4400.
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