Compare the Toyota Highlander Against the Honda Passport

The Toyota Highlander vs. the Honda Passport: Let’s Compare!

Mid-size crossovers are defined by cargo and passenger space. Both the Toyota Highlander and the Honda Passport has both in spades. As one of the first three-row midsize crossover SUVs, the Toyota Highlander is still going strong with gasoline-powered and hybrid choices available. When it comes to a two-row SUV that offers features and reliability, the Honda Passport is perfect for small families and people who want a reliable SUV. At Byers Toyota in Delaware, OH, we offer a top selection of brand-new SUVs for less so discover how much Dublin, OH drivers can save.

• Size: The Toyota Highlander is a large SUV coming in at 195 inches in length, 76 inches wide, and 68 inches in height. Compare that to the Honda Passports 191 inches long, 79 inches wide, and 72 inches tall.
• Engine: Most Highlanders will be equipped with a 3.5-Liter V-6 engine that makes 295 horsepower and 263 pound-feet of torque. It’s paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission and front- or all-wheel drive. The hybrid uses a 2.5-Liter inline-4 and electric motor fed by a nickel-metal-hydride hybrid battery. The combo makes 243 horsepower. The mid-size Honda Passport 3.5-Liter V6 engine produces plenty of power while delivering good fuel economy, both in EPA estimates and real-world driving.
• Towing: The Toyota Highlander has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds when equipped with the V6. The four-cylinder motor allows it to tow up to 1,500 pounds. The Honda Passport can tow up 5,000 pounds when equipped with AWD. FWD models max out at 3,500 pound.
• Off-Road Capability: Offering eight inches of ground clearance and an available dynamic torque-control all-wheel-drive system, the task of off-roading isn’t hard for the Toyota Highlander. On rough and bumpy roads, having higher ground clearance helps to prevent scratching underneath the vehicle and allows for a smoother ride. Even with upgraded springs, the Honda Passport has a ground clearance of 8.1 inches. Front-wheel-drive models have a paltry 7.5 inches.
• Interior Comforts: The Toyota Highlander’s ride quality is pleasantly plush. Large and small road imperfections are smoothed over thanks to the compliant suspension, yet it avoids feeling floaty or disconnected at higher speeds. The front seats are quite comfortable even on long drives, and the available second-row captain’s chairs deliver nearly the same amount of comfort. Wind noise is well silenced on the highway, though, and road noise is minimal. The Honda Passport’s cabin is well designed. Head and legroom are abundant all around, and three adults can sit in the back with minimal discomfort.
• Cargo Capacity: The Toyota Highlander boasts 16 ft³ of storage space. This grows to 84.3 ft³ with the seats folded down. The Honda Passport provides a hands-free power tailgate to reveal 50 cubic feet of storage space. There is an added 100 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.
• Fuel Capacity: Marion, OH drivers can enjoy how far the Toyota Highlander can take them on a tank that can store 17.9 gallons. The Honda Passport packs 19.5 gallons.
• Fuel Economy: The Toyota Highlander gets up to 21mpg in cities or 29mpg on Westerville highways. The hybrid model gets up to 35 mpg combined. The Honda Passport on the other hand gets up to 20mog in cities or 25mpg on Marysville highways.
• Features: Every Highlander gets automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, active lane control and blind-spot monitors. On the inside, there’s a standard 8-inch touchscreen or a new 12.3-inch display on top-line Platinum trims. Perhaps even more important, both support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration this year. Like all Hondas, the Passport is packed with many advanced standard safety features. Stay connected on all your travels with an SUV loaded with a standard 8-inch touchscreen, wireless phone charging, Wi-Fi capability, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.

Get Into a Toyota Highlander Today at Our Columbus Area Dealership
One of our Toyota sales experts will be more than willing and able to assist Lewis Center driver options regarding the Toyota Highlander. That means you are going to save whether you are looking to buy or lease. Contact us today for an appointment at Byers Toyota near Worthington, OH.