2025 Honda Passport vs 2026 Hyundai Palisade

$42,400 · Crossover

$39,435 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between a rugged, mid-sized crossover like the 2025 Honda Passport and a more spacious, value-focused option like the 2026 Hyundai Palisade can be tricky. Many shoppers are torn between the Passport's established dependability and the Palisade's lower entry price of $39,435 compared to the Passport's $42,400 MSRP. While both vehicles deliver a respectable 280 hp (Passport) and 287 hp (Palisade) respectively, and share a 21 MPG combined rating, their utility differs significantly. The Passport boasts a substantial 50.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row, whereas the Palisade, being longer at 199.2 inches, prioritizes passenger room, which limits its listed cargo capacity to 19.1 cu ft based on the provided figures. Furthermore, the standard AWD on the Passport contrasts with the FWD setup standard on the Palisade, subtly shifting their suitability for various terrains.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade generally offers a lower initial price point ($39,435 vs $42,400) making it slightly easier on the wallet for daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport’s substantially larger cargo capacity of 50.5 cu ft compared to the Palisade’s 19.1 cu ft offers superior utility for hauling family gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport includes standard All-Wheel Drive and features slightly higher torque output at 262 lb-ft, suggesting better capability across different driving conditions.

💰 Best Value

2026 Hyundai Palisade

The Hyundai Palisade wins on initial cost, starting $2,965 cheaper than the Honda Passport.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You absolutely need a generous 50.5 cubic feet of cargo space for regular hauling.
Standard All-Wheel Drive is a must-have for your climate or driving style.
You prefer the robust feel often associated with a slightly taller stance (72.2 inches).

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

Keeping the initial purchase price low, starting at $39,435, is a primary concern.
You prioritize a longer body (199.2 inches) which often translates to more interior passenger space.
Highway cruising efficiency is slightly valued, as the Palisade gets 25 MPG highway versus 24 MPG for the Passport.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Hyundai Palisade
Length	189.1"	199.2"
Width	78.6"	78.0"
Height	72.2"	69.5"
Wheelbase	110.9"	116.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
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	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	287 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	260 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
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	Hyundai
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	361.0/475.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 gal.	19.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
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	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	215W	—
Speaker System	7	—
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	Hyundai
One-Touch Power Windows	2	2
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	41.5 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	44.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	61.4 in.
Front Hip Room	59.1 in.	58.8 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	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	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.6 in.	43.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	61.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.3 in.	56.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R	235/65R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 8.0 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Hyundai
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Passport and 2026 Hyundai Palisade.

Is there a significant difference in power between the 2025 Passport and the 2026 Palisade?

The power figures are very close; the 2026 Palisade generates 287 hp, slightly edging out the Passport's 280 hp. However, the Passport counters with slightly more torque at 262 lb-ft compared to the Palisade's 260 lb-ft, meaning performance differences in real-world driving will likely be negligible.

Which vehicle is better for hauling lots of gear?

Based strictly on the provided numbers, the 2025 Honda Passport is the clear winner for cargo capacity. It offers 50.5 cubic feet behind the second row, while the 2026 Hyundai Palisade lists only 19.1 cubic feet, suggesting the Passport is designed with more utilitarian focus in the rear.

How does the AWD capability affect the decision?

The Passport comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, which is a major advantage if you frequently encounter snow or uneven terrain. The Palisade, on the other hand, has a standard Front Wheel Drive setup, meaning AWD is likely an added, cost-increasing option for that vehicle.

How much more affordable is the Palisade?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade offers a significant initial savings, with an MSRP of $39,435. This undercuts the 2025 Honda Passport, priced at $42,400, saving buyers nearly $3,000 right off the bat.

Are the fuel economy ratings similar for commuting?

Yes, both vehicles achieve an identical 21 MPG combined rating, so neither has a dramatic advantage there. The Palisade pulls ahead slightly on the highway, netting 25 MPG compared to the Passport's 24 MPG highway rating.

If I'm looking for the physically larger vehicle overall, which should I choose?

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is the longer vehicle, measuring 199.2 inches in length compared to the Passport's 189.1 inches. However, the Passport is notably taller at 72.2 inches, offering more vertical clearance.