The 2019 Honda Passport makes tremendous sense for buyers who don’t need three rows of seats. Pros Spacious interior Strong V-6 engine Excellent ride quality Lots of safety tech Decent value
Cons Unimpressive fuel economy Some cheap bits inside Base Sport lacks tech features Too much like Pilot?
All-new model.Based on the larger three-row Honda Pilot.Start of the third Passport generation.The 2019 Honda Passport comes with front wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.
Pros Spacious interior with lots of passenger space Enhanced off-road ability Multiple clever storage compartments
Cons Collision warning and adaptive cruise control are overly sensitive Ride quality is stiffer than the more comfortable three-row Pilot
The 2019 Honda Passport ranked #1 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Honda Passport has a score of 8.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 11 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Spacious seats Handsome cabin Ample engine power Decent off-roading capability
Cons Some finicky infotainment controls
The 2018 Toyota 4Runner has a few different options packages, but otherwise carries over from last year unchanged.Because the value of the 4Runner lies predominantly in its off-road capabilities, we recommend the TRD Off-Road Premium. This trim gives access to important hardware including the locking rear differential and KDSS, the latter of which improves all areas of the 4Runner's skill set.
PROS Serious off-road capability few other competitors can match Variety of configurations to suit many buyers and price points Versatile cargo area, especially with optional slide out
CONS Tall step-in height makes for ungraceful entry and exit Lacks many of the latest driver safety aids Standard V6 is not particularly fuel-efficient Choppy ride quality compared to more modern crossovers
The 2018 Toyota 4Runner ranked #18 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Toyota 4Runner has a score of 7.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 54 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Top-notch off-road chops Ample cargo space
Cons Poor gas mileage Very few advanced safety features available
Pros Customizable Entune system Gauge cluster offers scrolling info screen Off-road capability
Cons Tall step-in height Single powertrain Heavy Clumsy on-road driving manners