2025 Acura RDX vs 2026 Honda Passport

$44,700 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the 2025 Acura RDX and the 2026 Honda Passport often comes down to whether you prioritize refinement and slightly better fuel economy or outright size and power. Price is almost identical, with the RDX starting at $44,700 and the Passport at $44,750. Performance favors the Passport, which squeezes out 285 hp compared to the RDX's 272 hp, though the RDX does make more torque at 280 lb-ft versus the Passport's 262 lb-ft. Fuel efficiency is a noticeable divergence; the RDX delivers a combined 23 MPG (21/27 city/highway) running on recommended premium fuel, while the larger Passport achieves a combined 21 MPG on regular unleaded (19/25 city/highway). Dimensionally, the Passport dominates utility: it’s significantly larger overall (191.5 inches long vs. 187.4 inches for the RDX) and offers a massive 44 cu ft of cargo space compared to the RDX's 29.5 cu ft. If efficiency and a smaller footprint matter, the RDX shines; if hauling gear is key, the Passport is the clear choice.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Acura RDX

The 2025 Acura RDX offers better combined fuel economy at 23 MPG versus the Passport's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport boasts substantially more utility with 44 cu ft of cargo space, beating the RDX's 29.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

While close, the 2026 Honda Passport produces slightly more peak horsepower at 285 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda Passport

For nearly the same price, the Passport delivers 115 extra horsepower-hours of cargo capacity.

Choose the Acura RDX if...

You want to stick closer to 27 MPG on the highway.
You prefer a slightly more compact vehicle footprint for easier city parking (187.4 inches long).
You are willing to use premium unleaded fuel for better performance characteristics.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

Maximum hauling capability (44 cu ft of cargo) is essential for your lifestyle.
You need the higher ground clearance implied by the Passport's 73.1-inch height.
You prefer using regular unleaded gasoline despite lower efficiency numbers.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura RDX	Honda Passport
Length	187.4"	191.5"
Width	74.8"	79.4"
Height	65.7"	73.1"
Wheelbase	108.3"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	272 hp @ 6500 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Honda
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Honda
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/27 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	359.1/461.7 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Honda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Honda
Infotainment Display	10.2 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	9	9
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Stereo Power	—	225W

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Honda
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	42.0 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.0 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	55.0 in.	58.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	4-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.0 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.0 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	50.0 in.	57.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Honda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/55R19	265/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Honda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Honda
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura RDX and 2026 Honda Passport.

Which vehicle is noticeably larger in person?

The 2026 Honda Passport is significantly larger across the board; its width is 79.4 inches compared to the RDX's 74.8 inches, and it sits nearly 7.5 inches taller.

How big is the cargo difference between these two crossovers?

There is a huge practical difference: the 2026 Honda Passport offers 44 cu ft of storage, which is nearly 14.5 cu ft more than the 2025 Acura RDX's 29.5 cu ft.

Does using regular gas in the Passport save significant money over the RDX's premium recommendation?

While the Passport uses regular unleaded, its lower MPG of 21 combined versus the RDX's 23 combined means you'll be visiting the pump more often, offsetting some of the fuel grade savings.

Which one offers a better acceleration feel based on torque?

The 2025 Acura RDX has a slight advantage in initial pull, delivering 280 lb-ft of torque compared to the Passport's 262 lb-ft.

Since the pricing is almost identical, why is the Passport substantially taller?

The 2026 Honda Passport is engineered for more rugged utility and space, resulting in a height of 73.1 inches, whereas the 2025 Acura RDX maintains a sleeker, lower profile at 65.7 inches.