What the Honda Passport is like for Hilton Head Island drivers
The Honda Passport is a Honda SUV that Hilton Head Honda sells new at 161 Fording Island Road in Bluffton. It is the only Honda franchise serving Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry. For a Hilton Head Island driver, the Passport comes down to four things: how much it carries and tows, what it costs once South Carolina fees are added, what it burns in fuel, and how it compares with the larger Pilot in the same Honda lineup.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Bluffton. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
How much space and towing does the Honda Passport have?
The 2026 Honda Passport seats five and tows up to 5,000 pounds, according to Honda’s published 2026 specifications. Its maximum cargo volume is 104.6 cubic feet, and 83.8 cubic feet of that sits behind the front row. Row one offers 41.1 inches of legroom and row two offers 40.9 inches.
The 5,000-pound rating is the same on the RTL, RTL Towing, RTL Blackout and TrailSport trims, so the towing figure does not change as you move up the lineup. Anyone bringing a boat or trailer to the island should weigh the full load against that 5,000-pound rating before hitching up.
What does each Honda Passport trim cost?
Honda’s published 2026 starting prices run from $44,950 for the Passport RTL to $53,850 for the TrailSport Elite Blackout. The full list:
- Passport RTL: $44,950
- Passport RTL Towing: $45,650
- Passport RTL Blackout: $46,150
- Passport TrailSport: $48,650
- Passport TrailSport Blackout: $49,850
- Passport TrailSport Elite: $52,650
- Passport TrailSport Elite Blackout: $53,850
The sticker is not the whole bill. On a Passport bought from a South Carolina dealer and titled in the state, the buyer pays no sales tax. An Infrastructure Maintenance Fee applies instead, at 5 percent and no more than $500 (South Carolina Department of Revenue, 2026). The SCDMV also lists a one-time $250 fee for a new vehicle previously registered in another state (South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, 2026).
What are the Honda Passport’s EPA mpg ratings?
The EPA certifies the 2026 Passport AWD at 19 mpg city, 25 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined. The AWD TrailSport is certified at 18 city, 23 highway and 20 combined. Both are EPA certified figures, the ones on the window sticker.
The TrailSport gives up one mile per gallon in the city and two on the highway. If fuel economy is the deciding factor, the AWD is the trim to compare first. The rest of the choice rests on the features and price you want.
Passport or Pilot: which Honda SUV do you need?
The Passport and the Pilot both come from Honda, and the difference comes down to seats and cargo. Honda’s published 2026 figures show the Passport at five seats and the Pilot Sport at up to eight.
| Model | Starting MSRP | Seats | Max towing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passport RTL | $44,950 | 5 | 5,000 lbs |
| Pilot Sport (2WD) | $42,395 | up to 8 | 3,500 lbs |
| Pilot Sport (AWD) | $44,495 | up to 8 | 5,000 lbs |
The Pilot Sport carries 111.8 cubic feet of maximum cargo, against 104.6 for the Passport, and its third row offers 32.5 inches of legroom. The Pilot AWD is EPA certified at 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined, the same city and highway figures as the Passport AWD. If you need a third row or more cargo room, the Pilot Sport is the Honda to compare. If five seats cover your household and a Passport fits your budget, the Passport is the one to test against your daily driving.
What warranty and safety ratings come with a new Honda Passport?
Honda’s published 2026 warranty for the Passport includes a basic warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first, and a powertrain warranty of 5 years or 60,000 miles, with coverage ending at the first limit reached. Corrosion coverage runs 5 years with no mileage limit. For a car that lives near salt air, a corrosion warranty with no mileage limit is the coverage to read closely.
On safety, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named the 2026 Honda Passport a Top Safety Pick+, one of four 2026 Honda models with an IIHS award (IIHS, 2026).
FAQ
Can I test drive a Honda Passport at Hilton Head Honda?
Hilton Head Honda sells new Honda models, and the Passport is on that list. We are at 161 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909. Sales hours are Mon to Fri 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday runs from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM, closed Sunday.
How do I find out what my trade-in is worth toward a Passport?
Bring your trade to Hilton Head Honda at 161 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909, with or without an appointment. Our payment calculator accepts a trade-in offer amount, so you can enter the number you are offered and see how it changes the payment.
Does Hilton Head Honda offer financing and leasing on a new Passport?
Yes. We offer leasing and financing through our finance center, and that covers new Passport models.
Can I book Passport service online near Hilton Head Island?
Yes. Service can be scheduled online through our website. We are at 161 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909, and service hours are Mon to Fri 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Sat 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Sunday.
What should I know about buying a certified pre-owned Honda Passport?
A certified pre-owned Honda Passport falls under Honda’s HondaTrue Certified program, which covers 2021 to 2026 model-year vehicles with fewer than 80,000 miles (Honda Certified Pre-Owned benefits, 2026). Certified vehicles also carry powertrain coverage of 7 years or 100,000 total odometer miles, whichever occurs first, from the original in-service date (Honda CPO warranty booklet, 2026). Honda’s HondaTrue Used program covers 2016 to 2026 vehicles with no mileage limit (Honda Certified Pre-Owned benefits, 2026).
Why Hilton Head Island drivers buy their Honda Passport at Hilton Head Honda
Hilton Head Honda has 4.8 stars across 2,799 Google reviews, and 92 in 100 of them are five-star (Google, 2026). Customers describe the buying and service visits in their own words. In a July 2026 Google review, Kelly T. wrote: “Sebastian was amazing and made purchasing a new car painless. Pleasure to work with him!” In a September 2026 Google review, Wolfgang H. wrote: “Very satisfied with the service on my car, Abby the service advisor took care of me and everything was handled very smooth”
A Passport buyer can compare the Passport and the Pilot, the trade, the financing and the service in one place, at one address. That is the simplest way to decide, and it starts with a visit or a few clicks.
Start with the Passport you want in front of you. Value your trade online, apply for financing, and browse new Honda, Honda Certified Pre-Owned and used inventory at Hilton Head Honda, then finish in store or arrange out-of-state delivery.
Hilton Head Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Bluffton showroom, or call (843) 815-2880.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Hilton Head Honda for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
