Honda Confirms Passport SUV Unveiling At LA Auto Show

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After 16yrs of absence, Honda is bringing an all-new Passport SUV to the LA Auto Show.


View: https://youtu.be/3HMo1gKXxys


The 2019 Honda Passport will debut on November 27 at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.

The reintroduced Honda Passport will be positioned between the CR-V and the Pilot when it launches in the US market early 2019. It will be built at the Honda Alabama manufacturing plant.

Honda’s latest SUV is expected to have a more adventurous and rugged character than its siblings, offering more off-road capabilities than ever. It will probably be based on the same platform as the Pilot and even use the same 3.5-liter V6 powertrain.

“The new Passport is a more personal, powerful and off-road-capable SUV that hits the sweet spot between daily driving comfort and weekend off-road, all-weather adventure capability,” said Henio Arcangeli, Jr., senior VP of American Honda Motor. “With customer demand for SUVs continuing to grow, the new adventure-ready Passport is going to further solidify our lineup, attracting new buyers and keeping existing customers in the Honda family.”

Honda expects the new Passport to further boost their SUV sales, which are on their way to top 700,000 vehicles for the third year in a row. SUVs account for more than half of Honda’s US sales so far this year.

 

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2019 Honda Passport Makes World Debut: Adventure-Ready All-New 5-passenger SUV on Display at 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show

• Passport provides a unique blend of on- and off-road prowess with exceptional occupant and cargo hauling capability

• • 280-horsepower V6 and available sophisticated all-wheel drive system give Passport robust towing and off-road capabilities
  • Standard Honda Sensing® safety and driver-assistive tech on all trims
  • Multiple accessory options to personalize Passport ownership
    The all-new 2019 Honda Passport 5-passenger V6-powered SUV made its world debut today. Going on sale early next year, Passport provides a unique combination of on-road driving refinement and off-road adventure capability along with best-in-class interior space.
    
    The all-new Honda Passport will slot between the compact CR-V and three-row Pilot in Honda's award-winning SUV lineup. The model's reinforced unibody frame, powerful direct-injected i-VTEC® V6 engine, fully independent suspension and nimble steering make it an ideal choice for driving long distances or around town. In addition, the robust off-road capability offered by the available Honda i-VTM4™ torque-vectoring all-wheel drive and its four-mode Intelligent Traction Management system means Passport can tackle the kind of tough terrain normally reserved for less refined body-on-frame or off-road focused SUVs.
    
    "The all-new 2019 Honda Passport provides the on-road comfort and nimble handling buyers will appreciate on their daily commute with the robust off-road and all-weather capability that make for a great weekend adventure vehicle," said Henio Arcangeli, Jr., senior vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and general manager, Honda Division. "We saw an opportunity to deliver something that Honda is uniquely capable of making and the new Passport is in a great position to capture buyers looking for a more personal, powerful and capable Honda SUV."
    
    Designed and developed exclusively by Honda's North America R&D teams in Torrance, California, and Raymond, Ohio, the Passport and its V6 engine will be manufactured at the company's Lincoln, Alabama plant.
    
    Additional key product highlights include:
    
    • Standard 280-horsepower, 3.5-liter, direct-injected V6 engine with i-VTEC® valvetrain mated to latest-generation 9-speed automatic transmission
    • Available Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4™) torque-vectoring all-wheel drive enhances on- and off-road performance
    • Intelligent Traction Management system with available Snow, Sand and Mud modes help optimize performance for varying surface conditions
    • Standard Honda Sensing® safety and driver-assistive technology
    • Standard 20-inch alloy wheels and tires on all trims
    • Best-in-class underfloor cargo storage
    • Wide range of Honda accessories for active lifestyles, including Adventure and Urban accessory packages
    The all-new 2019 Honda Passport's rugged exterior design and stance is highlighted by standard 20-inch wheels, a matte-black grille, floating roof design, aggressive wheel arches, increased ride height and a tailgate design that emphasizes width.
    
    Inside, Passport offers best-in-class passenger space (115.9 cu.-ft.) and total interior volume (157.1 cu.-ft.) for carrying family, friends and weekend adventure gear. Passport features a large (best-in-class 2.5 cu.-ft.) segmented underfloor cargo compartment for carrying dirty gear or keeping valuables out of sight.
    
    Passport will be offered in four trims: the well-appointed Sport, upgraded EX-L, high-tech Touring, and the fully equipped Elite. All models except the line-topping Elite can be configured with 2- or all-wheel drive – all Elite trims come standard with all-wheel drive. All trims will feature 20-inch alloy wheels and tires, the Honda Sensing® suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technology, LED headlights, fog lights, taillights and DRLs, Smart Start and Smart Entry and three-zone automatic climate control. EX-L and higher trims utilize Honda's latest Display Audio interface with an 8-inch touchscreen, a physical volume knob and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration.
    
    Additional exterior upgrades, depending on trim, include a power tailgate with available hands-free operation, a one-touch tilt/slide moonroof and heated auto-dimming and power folding side mirrors. Furthermore, the blind spot information system, rear cross traffic monitor, and front and rear parking sensors are available driver assistive technologies. Available premium features include second-row sunshades, wireless phone charging, embedded Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System, 4G LTE in-vehicle Wi-Fi, premium audio, and HondaLink® cloud-based services, including remote unlocking, concierge services, stolen vehicle tracking and more.
    
    
    
    Powertrain
    
    All 2019 Honda Passport trims are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that makes 280 peak horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque (SAE net), placing Passport in the top of its class for standard horsepower in a segment where some competitors offer less powerful 4-cylinder engines as standard equipment. The Honda i-VTEC® V6 is mated to the latest-generation of Honda's 9-speed automatic transmission (9AT) that is among the most advanced in the class, offering smooth and responsive power delivery.
    
    At the heart of the robust all-weather and off-road driving capabilities is Honda's available i-VTM4™ all-wheel drive system. Unlike most competing systems, i-VTM4™ uses active torque vectoring to send up to 70 percent of engine torque to the rear axle and 100 percent of that torque to either the left or right rear wheels. This capability gives Passport excellent handling in all conditions, such as rain-slicked or snowy roads or sandy trails, while also contributing to more responsive performance by overdriving the outside rear wheel in turns. In addition, the Intelligent Traction Management (ITM) is standard on both the front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive Passport. In all-wheel drive applications, the four-mode ITM systems works in conjunction with i-VTM4™, allowing drivers to customize powertrain performance for different weather and terrain, including sand, snow and mud. In front-wheel drive models, the system has two modes for normal and snow conditions.
    
    Tested in the world's harshest environments, including the sands of Dubai, muddy country roads of Russia, and snowbound trails in Minnesota, the combination of i-VTM4™ and Intelligent Traction Management make Passport more capable off road than many unibody SUVs, giving drivers the confidence to tackle not just wet or rainy conditions, but a variety of harsh off-road terrains.
    
    Passport is well equipped for towing, with 3,500-pound capacity on front-wheel drive models and 5,000 pounds on all-wheel drive models when both are equipped with the optional towing package. Passport is the gateway to adventure being able to tow camping trailers, boats, or "toy" haulers, over more rugged terrain. The standard multi-view rear-view camera makes connecting to a trailer easier than ever with its "overhead" option giving the driver a bird's eye view of the hitch and trailer.
    
    Exterior Design and Platform
    
    Honda's most rugged light truck yet, Passport's expressive design leaves no doubt of its adventure-seeking mission and is highlighted by its higher ride height, standard 20-inch wheels, 245/50R all-weather tires and sporty styling cues, including a matte black grille and bumper, blackout headlights and black wheels. LED headlight accents, gloss black trim, a "floating" C-pillar, and chrome exhaust finishers hint at Passport's around-town sophistication. Trim-exclusive wheel designs are available across the lineup, and Touring and Elite trims offer upsized 265/45R20 tires as standard equipment.
    
    Beyond good looks, Passport's design offers superior functionality as well. Ground clearance is up 0.5 inches on front-wheel drive models and 1.1 inches on all-wheel drive models compared to Passport's three-row sibling, Pilot, while its shorter overall length and shortened rear overhang offer improved approach, departure and breakover angles, suitable for more rugged terrain.
    
    Passport's wider wheels and tires complement its athletic and sporty stance and support both responsive around-town handling and increased grip off-road. A ruggedly styled front end stands out on the road with its scratch-resistant matte finish grill suited to the off-road adventures Passport is designed for.
    
    Passport is based on Honda's Global Light Truck platform and shares much of its underlying structure with the three-row Pilot SUV and Ridgeline pickup, including its highly rigid unibody construction. This platform has a fully boxed floor that is sophisticated yet strong with a four-wheel independent suspension, with MacPherson struts in front and a multilink independent rear. The latest generation of Honda's proprietary Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, provides outstanding frontal collision protection and collision compatibility with larger and smaller vehicles.
    
    Interior Design and Packaging
    
    Passport's modern and sophisticated interior design offers ample space for five people and provides class-leading passenger volume of 115.9 cu.-ft. and best-in-class total interior volume of 157.1 cu.-ft. From Sport to Elite trims, Passport features high-quality interior appointments including attractive and durable cloth on Sport or perforated leather on EX-L, Touring and Elite trims, a blackout headliner, and generous use of soft-touch surfaces on the dash and doors.
    
    Passport's interior also offers class-leading utility. Behind the second row of seats is a cargo area generously sized for weekend camping trips or excursions to the home improvement store, with 41.2 cu. ft. of space, expandable to 77.9 cu. ft. with the second row folded flat, which is more than enough to accommodate mountain bikes or a week's worth of camping gear. From the cargo area, the second-row seatbacks fold with the push of a button, and Passport's main cargo floor is reversible between carpeted and easy-to-clean hard plastic surfaces. Passport features class-leading underfloor storage, with 2.5 cu. ft. of easily accessible compartmented storage, which can be accessorized with removable washable bins, including a custom bin for storing the available accessory trailer hitch receiver.
    
    There's also plenty of space for small stuff. Passport offers generous storage space for front seat passengers, including a huge center console bin between the front seats with a rolling cover that serves as a tray when closed. Additional storage is found in the doors and ahead of the push-button gear selector.
    
    Technology
    
    Packed with available modern amenities such as an audio and connectivity system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration and a digital driver's meter, Passport delivers all the modern technology that today's SUV buyers demand.
    
    Passport Sport trim comes standard with a 215-watt audio system with a 5-inch display monitor and 6 speakers, plus a subwoofer. Passport EX-L, Touring and Elite trims feature Honda's 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration and manual power/volume knob. The Display Audio system uses gestures common to smartphones and tablets, such as swipe, tap and pinch, to control the vehicle's audio system, display settings and other advanced features. Intuitive and easy to use, with a simplified menu structure, it also offers customizable shortcuts for commonly used features and customizable app locations. Passport Touring and Elite trims come with a 590-watt 10-speaker premium audio system.
    
    Passport's instrument cluster uses a 7-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) screen with a wide range of information content. In addition to displaying typical vehicle functions such as vehicle speed and RPM, the full-color digital meter includes a Multi-Information Display (MID) with customizable features, such as audio system information, a detailed trip computer, phone information, and turn-by-turn route guidance on Passport models equipped with navigation. Drivers navigate the new TFT using steering wheel controls designed for intuitive operation, such as Bluetooth® phone buttons that are more easily distinguished by touch.
    
    Touring and Elite trims of Passport provide 4G LTE in-vehicle Wi-Fi TCU that can supporting up to seven devices and a free 90-day/3GB trial period AT&T data plan. The TCU is key to Passport's support of numerous HondaLink® cloud-based services. Using an app, owners can keep track of maintenance and even book appointments, remember their Passport's location and numerous other functions.
    
    Safety and Driver Assistance Technology
    
    The Honda Sensing® suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies is standard on all 2019 Passport trims. Honda Sensing® helps provide greater awareness of driving conditions around the vehicle, in some cases helps drivers maintain lane position and, under certain conditions slowing or even stopping the vehicle if it detects a potential front collision. Honda Sensing® includes Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) featuring Forward Collison Warning (FCW), Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) including Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assistance System (LKAS) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). The new Passport was designed to provide a high level of active and passive safety performance and targets an NCAP 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score safety rating and an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK rating. All tested 2019 model-year Honda vehicles achieve an NCAP 5-star Overall Vehicle Score safety rating.
    
    All Passport trims come equipped with a Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with overhead "bird's eye" view, ideal for trailer hookups. Additional available driver-assistive technologies include dynamic guidelines for the rearview camera, blind spot Information system (EX-L, Touring and Elite) with Rear Cross-Traffic Detection, and front and rear parking sensors (Touring and Elite).
    
    Accessories
    
    A wide variety of Honda Genuine Accessories are designed for Passport, including roof boxes of various sizes, a roof basket, and roof-mounted bike, kayak and ski or snowboard racks. Inside, Passport owners can weatherproof their cargo area with hard plastic covers for the floor, sides, and seatbacks. The underfloor storage can be divided with separate, removable and washable bins.
    
    For those seeking a more sophisticated urban look, a variety of cosmetic exterior items are available, such as a colored graphics package, undercarriage welcome lights, and lighted door sills. From the outset, Passport will be available with two accessory packages. The Adventure Package adds running boards, a trailer hitch, fender flares and more for outdoor weekend getaways. The Urban Package adds front and rear underbody spoilers, unique 20-inch wheels, cargo storage bins and roof rails and crossbars for a sophisticated in-town look.
    
    2019 Honda Passport: Major Specifications
    Powertrain
    Engine Type
    V-6
    
    Displacement
    3471cc
    
    Horsepower (SAE Net)
    280 @6 000 rpm
    
    Torque (SAE Net)
    262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
    
    Fuel Injection
    Direct
    
    Transmission
    9-speed automatic (9AT)
    
    All-Wheel Drive System
    (AWD Models)
    Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VM4™) with Intelligent Traction Management with Normal, Sand, Snow and Mud modes
    
    Chassis
    Front Suspension
    MacPherson strut
    
    Rear Suspension
    Multi-link
    
    Steering
    Electric power-assisted (EPS) rack-and-pinion
    
    Wheels
    20-inch alloy
    
    All-Season Tires
    245/50R 102H (Sport, EX-L);
    265/45R 102H (Touring, Elite)
    
    Towing Capacity, 2WD (AWD)
    3,500 lbs (5,000 lbs) with tow package
    
    Exterior
    Wheelbase
    111.0 in.
    
    Length
    190.5 in.
    
    Height
    71.6 in.
    
    Width
    78.6 in.
    
    Track Front/Rear, 2WD (AWD)
    67.0/67.0 in. (66.7/66.7 in.)
    
    Ground Clearance, 2WD (AWD)
    7.8 in. (8.4 in.)
    
    Approach/Departure Angles, Degrees, 2WD (AWD)
    20.6/26.8 (21.4/27.6)
    
    Interior
    Cargo Volume (Behind 2nd Row) SAE J1100
    41.2 cu.-ft.
    
    Cargo Volume (Behind 1st Row) SAE J1100
    77.9 cu.-ft.
    
    Cargo Volume (Behind 1st Row) SAE J1100 plus floor space between seating rows and seats in their forward-most and upright position.
    100.7 cu.-ft.
    
    Passenger Volume
    115.9 (114.9 w/sunroof)
    
    
    2019 Honda Passport: Major Features
    SPORT (2WD / AWD)
    20-Inch alloy wheels
    245/50R20 Tire
    Honda Sensing®
    9-Speed Automatic Transmission
    Auto Stop-Start
    Headlight - LED Projector
    LED Fog Lights
    LED DRL
    LED Taillights
    Smart Start
    Smart Entry
    Remote Engine Start
    8-Way Power Driver's Seat
    Driver's Power Lumbar Support
    Three-Zone Automatic Climate Control
    215-watt Audio System with 6 Speakers, Plus a Subwoofer
    2 USB ports
    Cloth Seats
    3-Way Backup Camera
    Dual Exposed Exhaust finishers
    Black Bumper Skid Garnish
    Gloss Black Grille Surround
    Matte Black Front & Rear Bumper Skid Garnish, Door Sash Garnish, Tailgate Garnish, Mirror Base
    
    EX-L (2WD / AWD) adds or replaces Sport
    Leather-Trimmed Seats
    One-Touch Power Tilt and Slide Moonroof
    Power Tailgate with Remote
    Blind Spot Information
    Cross-Traffic Alert
    Heated Front Seats
    4-Way Power Passenger Seat
    Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror
    Driver's Seat and Door Mirror Memory
    Display Audio
    CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration
    Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
    2nd Row Sun Shade
    XM Satellite Radio
    HomeLink®
    Auto Up/Down Power Windows
    Heated outside Mirrors
    3 USB ports
    HD Radio
    Illuminated Sunvisors
    3-Way Backup Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
    
    
    Touring (2WD / AWD) adds or replaces EX-L
    Navigation
    4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot
    Front and Rear Parking Sensors
    LED Inline Hi/Lo-Beam
    Heated Rear Seats
    Roof Rails
    Power-Folding Outside Mirrors
    Ambient Lighting
    Power Tailgate with Remote and Hands-free Access
    590-Watt Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers
    Outside Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signals
    AC Inverter (115V - 150W)
    High Gloss Instrument Panel Trim
    Acoustic Glass
    265/45R20 Tires
    
    
    Elite (AWD) adds or replaces Touring
    Ventilated Front Seats
    Auto-Dimming Side Mirrors
    Heated Steering Wheel
    Rain Sensing Front Wipers
    Wireless Phone Charger
    Gloss Black Front & Rear Bumper Skid Garnish, Door Sash Garnish, Tailgate Garnish, Mirror Base
    

 

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[bootyluvr]

Reminds me of a beefier Subaru Forester.

 

[mySIck]

looks like a good time to trade in the Odyssey lol.

 

[ron v]

I like

 

[webby]

Reminds me of a beefier Subaru Forester.

I kinda feel the same. Reminds me of a Forester a bit, but with more body lines cut into it.

 

[supadupaozil]

Just made an account here. Really like the look of it, wonder how much it will cost.

 

[webby]

Some sites are speculating pricing will fall between the crv and pilot. Other sites are speculating a starting price ~30k. Time will tell.

 

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Honda has announced 2019 Passport pricing will start at $31,990 plus destination fees of $1045.

The sport trim starts at $31,990 for 2wd
EXL trim $36,410 for 2wd
Touring trim $39,280 for 2wd
The elite trim starts at $43,680 for Awd


Sport Trim:
The Sport includes the following features and more:

• 280-hp, Direct-Injected, i-VTEC® V-6 Engine*
• Available Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ All-Wheel-Drive System
• Intelligent Traction Management
• Honda Sensing®
• Cargo Area Underfloor Storage Compartments
• Remote Engine Start
• 9-Speed Automatic Transmission
• Smart Entry
• Push Button Start
• 20-Inch Alloy Wheels
• Auto High-Beam Headlights
• LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and Fog Lights
• Dual Exhaust Finishers
• Rear Privacy Glass

EX-L Trim
The EX-L adds to or replaces Sport features:

• Apple CarPlay™ Integration*
• Android Auto™ Integration*
• Mobile Hotspot Capability*
• One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature
• Blind Spot Information (BSI) System with Cross Traffic Monitor*
• Heated Front Seats
• Leather-Trimmed Seats and Steering Wheel
• 10-Way Power Driver's Seat with Two-Position Memory
• Power Tailgate
• Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®
• 8-Inch Display Audio with High-Resolution Touch-Screen
• Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror
• SiriusXM® Radio*
• Integrated Second-Row Sunshades
• Heated Side Mirrors with Integrated LED Turn Indicators

Touring Trim
The Touring adds to or replaces EX-L features:

• Hands-Free Access Power Tailgate
• Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™*
• Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers, Including Subwoofer
• Heated Front and Outboard Rear Seats
• Roof Rails
• LED Headlights with Auto-On/Off
• Parking Sensors (Front/Rear)
• Second-Row USB Charging Ports
• 115-Volt Power Outlet
• Illuminated Front Beverage Holders
• White Ambient LED Lighting
• Front Door Courtesy Lights

Elite Trim
The Elite adds to or replaces Touring features:

• Standard Variable Torque All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
• Wireless Phone Charger*
• Perforated, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
• Heated Steering Wheel
• Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers
• Automatic-Dimming, Power Folding, Heated Side Mirrors

Package differences can be seen
https://automobiles.honda.com/tools...lseries=Passport&modelyear=2019&extcolorcode=

 

[mySIck]

I am considering trading in the Odyssey for the Elite.

 

[webby]

I am considering trading in the Odyssey for the Elite.

Don’t have a need for the 3 rows I take it?

 

[mySIck]

Don’t have a need for the 3 rows I take it?

No, although it is a nice vehicle it is a bit more than we need. Originally me and the wife were looking at the Honda Pilot and we really liked the Odyssey. It has a lot of leg room the Vacuum T.V with hook ups and all. But she really misses the sporty feel and driving a Van feels so boring.

 

[mySIck]

@webby have you seen the Acura TLX PMC edition yet?

 

[webby]

@webby have you seen the Acura TLX PMC edition yet?

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKOIpDuwQho

• Valencia Red Pearl nano pigment paint
• Unique PMC Edition numbered serial plaque
• Gloss black 19-inch split-5-spoke wheels with black lug nuts
• Gloss black roof panel
• Gloss black door handles
• Gloss black diamond pentagon grille with body-colored grille surround
• Dual 4-inch black chrome exhaust finishers
• Premium black Milano leather seats with Alcantara™ inserts, black piping and red stitching
• Perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching and paddle shifters
• Red stitching on door panel, center console, and armrest
• Premium floormats with metal A-Spec badging

"performance"... yet no change in hp/tq "performance"

 

[mySIck]

Looks like car and driver is establishing it is going to cost around $50,000

 

[webby]

yeah, other sites are saying the same.

"At $50,000, the 2020 TLX PMC is at least consistent with the pricing of any other Acura–you’re basically getting the standard TLX with the big engine and every option, which already books out to about $47,000, plus easily a few grand worth of decorative pieces."