The 2021 Honda Passport is arriving at
U.S. dealerships and the company has announced pricing will begin at US$ 32,590.
Costing Us$ 600 more than last year’s the model, the entry-level Passport Sport
joins the 21st century as it now comes standard with an 8-inch Display Audio
infotainment system.
It replaces the previous 5-inch display
and means customers no longer have to upgrade to the EX-L trim just to get a
proper infotainment system. It also means the 2021 Passport now comes standard
with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.
Besides those minor changes, the Passport
Sport comes equipped with LED headlights, rear privacy glass, a passive entry
system and 20-inch wheels. Other highlights include a push button ignition, a
tri-zone automatic climate control system and a seven speaker audio system with
a subwoofer.
The model comes equipped with an
assortment of safety features including adaptive cruise control, auto high-beam
headlights, a collision mitigation braking system and a multi-angle rearview
camera. There’s also forward collision warning, lane keeping assist, lane
departure warning and a road departure mitigation system.
Moving up the trim ladder is the Passport
EX-L which starts at US$ 36,610. It features a modestly revised exterior with an
acoustic glass windshield, a power liftgate and side mirrors with integrated
turn signals. Bigger changes occur inside the cabin as drivers will find power
heated front seats, which are wrapped in leather. Other highlights include a
leather-wrapped steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a moonroof.
There’s also HomeLink, a blind spot information system with rear cross traffic
alert, and an upgraded infotainment system with HD Radio, SiriusXM and an SMS
text message function.
The US$ 39,480 Passport Touring packs on the
amenities as it features a hands-free power liftgate, roof rails and acoustic
glass on the side doors. There are also front and rear parking sensors. Inside,
buyers will find LED ambient lighting, GPS navigation and a 10-speaker premium
audio system with a subwoofer. Other niceties include heated rear seats,
illuminated cup holders and a 115 volt outlet.
The range-topping Passport Elite begins at US$ 43,980 and has rain-sensing wipers as well as a standard all-wheel drive
system. The model also boasts a heated leather steering wheel, a wireless
smartphone charger and heated / ventilated front seats.
Regardless of which trim is selected, all
Passports are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 280 hp and 355 Nm of torque. It is connected to a nine-speed
automatic transmission which can be paired to an optional all-wheel drive
system.