Everything Quebec Buyers Want to Know About the 2026 Honda Passport

If you're shopping for a rugged, adventure-ready SUV that can handle Quebec winters and weekend getaways, the 2026 Honda Passport is built for families who need space, towing power, and off-road capability without stepping up to a full-size truck.

What Body Style Is the 2026 Honda Passport?

The 2026 Passport is a five-passenger, two-row mid-size SUV. It sits between the compact CR-V and the three-row Pilot in Honda's lineup. The Passport is designed for buyers who want maximum cargo space and off-road capability without the bulk of a third row. All four trims come exclusively with Honda's Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4) all-wheel drive system, making it a confident choice for Quebec's winter roads and cottage-country trails.

What Trims Are Available?

The 2026 Passport lineup is focused on adventure, with four TrailSport trims:

• TrailSport: The entry point, with all-terrain tires, 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels in Matt Shark Grey, and cloth-and-vegan-leather seating.
• TrailSport Blackout: Adds gloss glint black alloy wheels with HPD centre caps and a gloss black Honda emblem for a more aggressive look.
• TrailSport Touring: Steps up to perforated leather-trimmed seats with piping, ventilated front seats, and a hands-free power tailgate with walk-away auto close.
• TrailSport Touring Blackout: Combines the Touring's premium interior with the Blackout's dark exterior styling.

All trims share the same powertrain, suspension, and core safety features. The main differences are in styling, seating materials, and convenience features.

What Engine and Drivetrain Does It Have?

Every 2026 Passport is powered by a 3.5-litre V6 engine that produces 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and Honda's i-VTM4 AWD system, which actively distributes torque between the front and rear wheels for better traction on slippery roads and loose surfaces.

The V6 runs on regular fuel and delivers an estimated 11.4 L/100 km combined (12.6 city, 9.9 highway), which is competitive for a mid-size AWD SUV with this much capability. The Passport also includes idle-stop technology and an active shutter grille to improve efficiency.

How Much Can the Passport Tow?

The Passport is rated to tow up to 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) when properly equipped. That's enough to pull a 24-foot boat, a pair of snowmobiles on a trailer, or a small camper. Every trim comes standard with an integrated Class III trailer hitch and a 7-pin connector, so you don't need to add aftermarket equipment.

If you regularly tow near the Passport's limit, the V6's torque and the 10-speed transmission's wide gear spread make highway merging and hill climbs more confident than smaller turbocharged engines.

How Much Cargo and Passenger Space Does It Offer?

The Passport is one of the most spacious two-row SUVs on the market. With the second row up, you get 1,246 litres of cargo space - enough for a full grocery run, hockey bags, and camping gear. Fold the second row flat and that expands to 2,356 litres, which is more than many three-row SUVs offer with all seats down.

Passenger space is generous. Front and second-row passengers get plenty of headroom (994 mm front, 1,007 mm rear) and legroom (1,043 mm front, 1,039 mm rear). The second row is wide enough to fit three car seats side by side if needed, with 1,566 mm of shoulder room.

What Safety and Driver-Assist Features Are Standard?

Honda Sensing is standard across all Passport trims:

• Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
• Forward Collision Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist System
• Lane Departure Warning
• Road Departure Mitigation
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Traffic Jam Assist

You also get Blind Spot Information with Lane Change Assist and Cross Traffic Monitor on all trims. The Passport's Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, side curtain airbags with rollover sensor, and SmartVent front side airbags provide additional protection.

Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist are standard, which is helpful for steep cottage driveways and off-road trails.

Is the Passport Good for Off-Road Driving?

Yes. The Passport is designed for light-to-moderate off-road use. It has 210 mm of ground clearance, a 23.0-degree approach angle, and a 23.1-degree departure angle, which means it can clear rocky trails and steep inclines without scraping. The off-road-tuned suspension (MacPherson strut front, multi-link independent rear) is calibrated for a smooth ride on pavement and confident handling on gravel and dirt.

The i-VTM4 AWD system can send up to 70% of torque to the rear wheels and distribute it side-to-side for better traction in mud, sand, or snow.

What Technology and Convenience Features Are Included?

All Passport trims include:

• HandsFreeLink bilingual Bluetooth wireless phone interface
• Remote engine starter
• Smart Entry (front doors and tailgate on TrailSport and TrailSport Blackout; front doors, rear doors, and tailgate with Walk-Away Auto Lock on TrailSport Touring and TrailSport Touring Blackout)
• One-touch power panoramic moonroof with power sunshade
• 10-way power driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support
• 4-way power passenger seat
• Heated front seats
• Two-position memory system for driver's seat and side mirrors

The TrailSport Touring and TrailSport Touring Blackout trims add ventilated front seats and a hands-free power tailgate with walk-away auto close, which is helpful when your hands are full of groceries or gear.

Ready to See the 2026 Passport in Person?

The 2026 Honda Passport is built for Quebec families who need space, capability, and year-round confidence. If you want to see how the TrailSport trims compare in person, or if you have questions about towing, cargo configurations, or financing, visit Lallier Honda Montreal today.