Honda Passport trim levels explained for Egg Harbor Township families
For most Egg Harbor Township families, the 2026 Honda Passport RTL is the right place to start. Honda’s published figures give every trim the same five seats, the same 285-horsepower V6 and the same 5,000-pound towing rating. Moving up the ladder changes price and trim content rather than room or pull.
Boardwalk Honda, at 6807 Tilton Rd, sells new Passports and holds a 4.7 rating across 4,565 Google reviews. We can order the exact trim you choose, and you can start the finance and lease steps online.
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.
Which Honda Passport trim is best for an Egg Harbor Township family?
For most Egg Harbor Township families, the RTL is the right Passport. At $44,950 it is the lowest starting price of the seven 2026 trims, and Honda’s figures give it the same five seats and 5,000-pound towing rating as the TrailSport Elite Blackout at $53,850.
Safety is the other half of the choice. Four 2026 Honda models hold top crash-test awards, and the Passport is one of two that earned Top Safety Pick+ (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 2026). A family can pick the trim on price and fit, knowing the model itself carries that award.
What does each 2026 Honda Passport trim cost?
Honda’s 2026 Passport pricing starts at $44,950 for the RTL and reaches $53,850 for the TrailSport Elite Blackout. The table puts each trim’s starting price, towing rating and seating on the same line so an Egg Harbor Township family can compare them directly.
| Trim | Starting MSRP (Honda, 2026) | Max towing (Honda, 2026) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport RTL | $44,950 | 5,000 lbs | 5 |
| Passport RTL Towing | $45,650 | 5,000 lbs | 5 |
| Passport RTL Blackout | $46,150 | 5,000 lbs | 5 |
| Passport TrailSport | $48,650 | 5,000 lbs | 5 |
| Passport TrailSport Blackout | $49,850 | 5,000 lbs | 5 |
| Passport TrailSport Elite | $52,650 | 5,000 lbs | 5 |
| Passport TrailSport Elite Blackout | $53,850 | 5,000 lbs | 5 |
The sticker is not the whole bill in New Jersey. New Jersey adds a one-time 0.4% fee on new passenger automobiles with a sales or lease price of at least $45,000 (New Jersey Division of Taxation, 2026). Every Passport trim above the RTL starts at or above $45,000, so buyers of those trims should expect the fee on the bill.
What comes standard on the Honda Passport RTL?
The Passport RTL starts at $44,950 and carries the 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine that Honda rates at 285 horsepower at 6,100 and 262 lb-ft of torque at 5,000. For a family, the useful numbers are the room: 41.1 inches of legroom in row one, 40.9 inches in row two, 83.8 cubic feet of cargo behind row one and 104.6 cubic feet at maximum.
The RTL also has a 18.5-gallon fuel tank, a curb weight of 4,478 pounds and 8.3 inches of ground clearance. The Passport measures 191.5 inches long, 79.4 inches wide and 73.1 inches high on a 113.6-inch wheelbase. A family that buys the RTL gets all of those published figures at the lowest price on the ladder.
What does the Honda Passport TrailSport add over the RTL?
Honda’s EPA record shows the trade-off on fuel. The AWD Passport is rated at 19 mpg city, 25 highway and 21 combined, and the AWD TrailSport at 18 city, 23 highway and 20 combined.
Seats, legroom, cargo and towing do not change. Honda lists the TrailSport at 5 seats and 5,000 pounds of towing, the same as the RTL. A family that tows a boat gets the same rating on either trim, so the choice between TrailSport trims comes down to trim and fuel economy, and pulling power is the same for both.
Is the Honda Passport TrailSport Elite worth the step up?
The TrailSport Elite starts at $52,650, and the TrailSport Elite Blackout starts at $53,850. Honda’s figures list the Elite with the same 5 seats and 5,000-pound towing rating as the RTL, so the step up is decided by price and by what the trim includes rather than by seating or towing.
Price is only part of the decision, and the buying experience counts too. Joseph B., reviewing the dealership on Google in July 2026, put the lease experience this way: “I leased a car from the dealership and there is no words to describe how smooth and transparent this process was big thank you to Corey Griffin for helping me through the process and the rest of the team. Definitely recommend”
That buyer judged the deal by how it was handled, which is a fair test for any trim before signing.
What do the Passport Blackout and Towing trims change?
The Blackout and Towing names mark a different trim, and Honda’s published figures for them match the trims beside them on seating and towing. The RTL Blackout starts at $46,150 and the TrailSport Blackout starts at $49,850, and Honda rates both at 5,000 pounds of towing.
The RTL Towing starts at $45,650, and Honda rates it at 5,000 pounds, the same as the RTL at $44,950. A family that wants the towing rating does not need the Towing trim to get it. Check the combined weight of the boat and trailer against that rating before you buy.
In a May 2026 Google review, John P. wrote: “Just bought my Civic 2022 an it was a Great experience! Juan is the best salesman,no pressure sale, honest and helpful. Bought my last two Hondas from him. Great service department! Vickey is an incredible service rep. She always cheerful, welcoming, and knowledgeable.”
That buyer was shopping for a Civic, not a Passport, so the review speaks to the sales visit alone.
How do you get the exact Honda Passport trim at Boardwalk Honda?
Boardwalk Honda offers custom factory orders for new Hondas, so a buyer who wants a specific Passport trim can order it. We offer custom factory orders for new Hondas, and you can name the trim you want when you ask.
Two more steps can start before you visit. A secure finance application can be filled out online, and we offer Honda leases, including lease deals on the Passport. In an August 2026 Google review, Lisa J. wrote: “Bob was amazing explain everything . Gave a good on a trade in . And explain everything. Go see Bob”
That buyer had the trade-in explained in person, so bring your trade questions with you to the visit.
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2026 Honda Passport trims have the same engine?
Yes. Honda’s published figures list 285 horsepower at 6,100 and 262 lb-ft of torque at 5,000 for every 2026 Passport trim. The EPA record describes the AWD Passport as a 3.5-liter six-cylinder with an automatic transmission.
How many people does the Honda Passport seat?
Five. Honda lists five seats on every 2026 Passport trim, and the second-row legroom is 40.9 inches on the RTL, TrailSport and Elite trims alike. A family with three children in car seats should check how the seats fit before choosing a trim.
How much can a Honda Passport tow?
Honda rates every 2026 Passport trim at 5,000 pounds of towing, from the RTL at $44,950 to the TrailSport Elite Blackout at $53,850. A towing need does not by itself decide the trim, so choose on price and fit.
Does the Honda Passport come with all-wheel drive?
Yes. The EPA record lists the 2026 Passport AWD as all-wheel drive. Honda’s warranty for the model is 3 years or 36,000 miles basic, 5 years or 60,000 miles powertrain, and 5 years with no mileage limit for corrosion.
Boardwalk Honda makes the exact Passport trim easy to order
For most families, the RTL is the right Passport, and an Egg Harbor Township buyer can choose a higher trim knowing the seats and towing do not change. Boardwalk Honda holds a 4.7 rating across 4,565 Google reviews, and 88 in 100 of them are five-star (Google, 2026).
Franklen Burnside, writing on Google in July 2026, singled out the help received on the sales side: “I do not know what I would do without his assistance.” A family comparing trims benefits from that kind of help with the options. Test drives can be reserved online or by phone, so you can see the trim you are weighing before you sign.
Boardwalk Honda is where an Egg Harbor Township family can settle on the Passport trim and get it exactly as chosen. Reserve a test drive online or by phone, then bring your trim questions to 6807 Tilton Rd in Egg Harbor Township.
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.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Boardwalk Honda for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
