2026 Honda Passport

2026 Honda Passport in Elkhart, IN

Elkhart drivers who have outgrown compact SUVs but don't need or want a third row will find the 2026 Honda Passport lands in an unusually useful place. It's a fully redesigned, two-row midsize SUV with more rear legroom, a significantly larger touchscreen, standard i-VTM4® AWD, 8.4 inches of ground clearance, and a 3.5-liter V6 producing 285 horsepower. The "Born Wild" design concept behind the 2026 redesign gave the Passport a boxier, more trail-forward stance that matches what Elkhart County-area drivers actually ask of their vehicles across four seasons of Indiana weather. It covers the daily commute and the back-road detour without treating either as a compromise.

Interior Features Built Around How You Use an SUV Every Day

The 2026 Passport redesign brings a 12.3-inch touchscreen as standard equipment, a meaningful step up in size and capability over the previous generation. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Google Built-In voice integration handle connectivity, and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster presents driving and vehicle data in a clean, high-resolution format at eye level. The rear seat picks up 1.3 inches of additional legroom over the outgoing model, making it noticeably more livable for taller passengers on longer drives between Elkhart, Fort Wayne, or Indianapolis. Cargo volume behind the rear seats reaches 44.0 cubic feet, expanding to more than 83 cubic feet with the second row folded flat. A standard wireless charging pad and multiple USB ports keep devices powered throughout the cabin, and a two-tier door bin design on each door adds organized small-item storage that the previous generation lacked.

Exterior Features That Make a Statement Before You Even Start It

The 2026 Passport's redesigned exterior leads with bold "PASSPORT" lettering across the grille, aggressive LED headlamps, and a sculpted lower fascia that give it a presence that's hard to miss on Elkhart roads. Standard i-VTM4® AWD comes on every trim, backing up the exterior's rugged persona with genuine traction capability on Indiana's wet spring roads and snowy winter surfaces. Ground clearance of 8.4 inches and a 23-degree approach angle add meaningful off-road capability for gravel roads, boat launches, and the unpaved paths around Elkhart County's parks and recreation areas. Standard roof rails provide ready-to-use mounting points for kayaks, bikes, and cargo carriers without requiring additional hardware.

Performance Features Ready for Paved Roads and Everything Beyond

A 3.5-liter V6 producing 285 horsepower pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission that delivers smooth, responsive shifts across the full rev range. Standard i-VTM4® AWD continuously distributes torque between the front and rear wheels based on real-time traction feedback, keeping the Passport composed on Elkhart's icy January roads as naturally as it handles summer highway stretches on the Indiana Toll Road. Seven selectable drive modes span Normal, Snow, Sand, Mud, and more, letting drivers dial in the Passport's behavior for the specific surface underfoot rather than relying on a single all-purpose setting. Towing capacity reaches 5,000 pounds on properly equipped models, covering boats heading to Lake Wawasee, camper trailers, and utility loads that Elkhart-area drivers regularly move.

Safety Features That Come Standard on Every Passport Trim

Honda Sensing® comes standard across every 2026 Passport, covering Collision Mitigation Braking System, Road Departure Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, and Forward Collision Warning. Blind Spot Information System and Cross Traffic Alert monitor the areas around the vehicle that mirrors can't fully cover, adding awareness during lane changes on multi-lane Elkhart roads and reversing maneuvers in tighter spaces. Walk Away Auto Lock® secures the Passport automatically when the driver walks away with the key fob, a practical feature for active lifestyles that don't leave much room for extra steps. The ACE™ body structure manages crash energy distribution, and a comprehensive airbag system covers occupants throughout the cabin.

Two Rows, Zero Compromises — Put the Passport to Work in Elkhart

The 2026 Honda Passport brings a bold redesign, a 12.3-inch standard touchscreen, 285 horsepower, standard AWD, 5,000-pound towing capacity, and standard Honda Sensing® to Elkhart drivers who want a midsize SUV with genuine trail credentials and genuine daily usability. Come in and see why the new Passport earns a second look from drivers who thought they already knew what it was.