2025 Honda Passport vs 2025 Toyota Highlander

$42,400 · Crossover

$40,320 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda Passport screams rugged adventure with its 280 hp V6 engine and impressive 72.2-inch height, positioning it as the more adventurous spirit ready for dirt roads. Conversely, the 2025 Toyota Highlander leverages efficiency, boasting a 25 MPG combined rating compared to the Passport's 21 MPG, making its smaller footprint and 265 hp powertrain an excellent daily driver. While the Highlander starts slightly cheaper at $40,320, the Passport delivers significantly more utility with a cavernous 50.5 cu ft of cargo space versus the Highlander's restrictive 16 cu ft. Enthusiasts might favor the Passport's 262 lb-ft of torque, but the Highlander counters with superior torque figures at 310 lb-ft, despite its lower horsepower. This comparison pits raw capacity and power against efficiency and daily drivability, encapsulated by the 4 MPG gulf in fuel economy.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Highlander

The 2025 Toyota Highlander wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy of 25 MPG compared to the Passport's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The 2025 Honda Passport is better for families needing hauling capacity, offering a massive 50.5 cu ft of cargo volume against the Highlander's 16 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

The 2025 Honda Passport takes the enthusiast crown with 280 hp and standard All-Wheel Drive, suggesting a more dynamic driving platform than the FWD-based Highlander.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Highlander

The 2025 Toyota Highlander offers better fundamental value by starting at a lower MSRP of $40,320 and achieving significantly better fuel efficiency.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You prioritize maximum hauling capability, as the Passport offers 50.5 cu ft of cargo space.
You need the confidence of standard All-Wheel Drive for varied weather conditions.
You want the higher output of the 280 hp V6 engine.

Choose the Toyota Highlander if...

Your daily route demands efficiency, where the Highlander achieves 29 MPG highway.
You want the lowest initial entry price point at $40,320.
You prefer the high torque output of 310 lb-ft for responsive acceleration from the turbocharged engine.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Toyota Highlander
Length	189.1"	194.9"
Width	78.6"	76.0"
Height	72.2"	68.1"
Wheelbase	110.9"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Toyota
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	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	310 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	22/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	393.8/519.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 gal.	17.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Toyota
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	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
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	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	215W	—
Speaker System	7	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	41.2 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	42.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	59.0 in.
Front Hip Room	59.1 in.	57.2 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.6 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	58.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.3 in.	57.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	18 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R	P235/65R V
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Toyota
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Passport and 2025 Toyota Highlander.

How much bigger is the 2025 Honda Passport in overall size compared to the 2025 Toyota Highlander?

The Passport is visibly bulkier; it measures 189.1 inches long, 78.6 inches wide, and 72.2 inches tall. In contrast, the Highlander is longer at 194.9 inches but sits notably lower at only 68.1 inches high, making the Passport a more towering presence.

Which crossover offers a better fuel economy for highway driving?

The 2025 Toyota Highlander is the clear efficiency leader on the highway, delivering 29 MPG on the highway compared to the Passport's 24 MPG. This results in a 4 MPG difference overall between the two vehicles.

Is the 2025 Honda Passport significantly more powerful than the 2025 Toyota Highlander?

The Passport does offer a slight edge in raw horsepower, generating 280 hp versus the Highlander's 265 hp. However, the Highlander counters with substantially more torque, producing 310 lb-ft to the Passport's 262 lb-ft.

Which vehicle has better cargo capacity for road trips?

For serious packing, the 2025 Honda Passport is vastly superior, offering 50.5 cubic feet of cargo space. The 2025 Toyota Highlander offers only 16 cubic feet, suggesting it is primarily configured for passenger seating over bulk storage.

Does the difference in starting MSRP justify the performance differences?

The Highlander starts about $2,080 cheaper at $40,320. While the Passport is more expensive, buyers gain 15 more horsepower and standard All-Wheel Drive, which might offset the initial price savings for some drivers.

Are both crossovers flexible in their transmission use?

Both utilize shiftable automatic transmissions, allowing for more driver engagement if desired. The Passport features a 9-speed unit, whereas the Highlander uses an 8-speed automatic transmission.