2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vs 2026 Honda Passport

$46,820 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the 2026 Honda Passport often boils down to efficiency versus brute power and space. If your primary concern is minimizing fuel stops and lowering running costs, the Highlander Hybrid is the clear winner; it achieves an excellent 35 MPG combined, starkly contrasting the Passport’s 21 MPG combined. This 14 MPG difference is significant for daily drivers. However, if hauling gear is your priority, the Passport offers nearly three times the usable space, boasting 44 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the Highlander’s relatively tight 16 cu ft behind the third row. Power seekers will note the Passport’s 285 hp output compared to the Highlander's 243 hp. Despite the Highlander being slightly longer at 194.9 inches, the Passport’s superior height (73.1 inches) suggests a more commanding presence, making the choice between saving gas and maximizing utility the central dilemma.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Highlander Hybrid’s superior 35 MPG combined efficiency dramatically reduces long-term commuting expenses.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport offers significantly more practical cargo capacity at 44 cu ft compared to the Highlander's 16 cu ft, making it better for hauling gear or strollers.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport delivers more satisfying performance with 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque paired with a 10-speed automatic.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda Passport

With a lower starting MSRP of $44,750 and superior cargo space, the Passport provides better utility for less upfront cost.

Choose the Toyota Highlander Hybrid if...

You prioritize fuel economy, as the Highlander Hybrid boasts an exceptional 35 MPG combined rating.
You prefer the smooth operation of a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission for city driving.
You want a slightly longer vehicle profile at 194.9 inches for potentially better interior roominess (excluding cargo).

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You need maximum utility, given the Passport's substantial 44 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You prefer traditional power delivery from a 285 hp engine with a 10-speed shiftable automatic.
You want the lower starting price point of $44,750.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Highlander Hybrid	Honda Passport
Length	194.9"	191.5"
Width	76.0"	79.4"
Height	68.1"	73.1"
Wheelbase	112.2"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	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	✓	✓
Third Row 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	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Toyota	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	hybrid	gas
Horsepower	243 hp @ 6000 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Torque	—	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

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

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	Honda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	35/35 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	35 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	598.5/598.5 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Toyota	Honda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	Honda
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	9
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Stereo Power	—	225W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Toyota	Honda
Front Head Room	39.6 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	42.0 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.0 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	57.2 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	✓	—
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	Toyota	Honda
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.7 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.4 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.0 in.	57.4 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Toyota	Honda
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	18 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P235/65R18	265/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Toyota	Honda
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	2 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 25000 mi.	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and 2026 Honda Passport.

What is the main difference in fuel consumption between these two crossovers?

The difference is substantial; the 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid achieves 35 MPG combined, whereas the 2026 Honda Passport is rated for only 21 MPG combined, leading to significant long-term fuel savings for the Toyota.

Which vehicle is better for hauling large amounts of gear?

The 2026 Honda Passport is significantly better for cargo, offering 44 cu ft compared to the Highlander Hybrid's 16 cu ft. This makes the Passport nearly three times more capacious for luggage or equipment.

Is the Passport significantly more powerful than the Highlander Hybrid?

Yes, the Passport generates 285 horsepower, giving it 42 more horsepower than the Highlander Hybrid's 243 hp output. The Passport also boasts 262 lb-ft of torque.

How do the starting prices compare for the base models?

The 2026 Honda Passport has a slight MSRP advantage starting at $44,750, which is $2,070 less than the 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's starting MSRP of $46,820.

Which vehicle is physically larger or taller?

While the Highlander Hybrid is longer at 194.9 inches, the Honda Passport is considerably taller, measuring 73.1 inches high compared to the Highlander's 68.1 inches, suggesting a more imposing road presence.

Do both vehicles use the same type of gasoline?

Fortunately, both the 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the 2026 Honda Passport can run on regular unleaded fuel, avoiding the need for premium gasoline in either model.