2025 Volkswagen Atlas vs 2026 Honda Passport

$38,200 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Trying to decide between the spacious practicality of the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas and the rugged capability of the 2026 Honda Passport can be tough. The Atlas immediately wins on initial cost, starting at $38,200 compared to the Passport's $44,750—a substantial $6,550 difference. While both are roomy crossovers, the Atlas stretches out to 200.7 inches long, offering slightly better claimed efficiency at 22 combined MPG versus the Passport's 21 combined MPG, though both sip regular unleaded. However, the Passport counters with a significant advantage in utility, boasting 44 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Atlas's 20.6 cu ft with all seats up, and it comes standard with All-Wheel Drive. Power is comparable, with the Atlas delivering 269 hp and the Passport offering a slight edge with 285 hp.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Volkswagen Atlas

The 2025 VW Atlas is the winner for commuters due to its slightly higher 22 combined MPG rating and lower entry price of $38,200.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport is better for families needing maximum hauling capacity, offering a massive 44 cu ft of cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

Enthusiasts will likely favor the Passport for its 285 hp, standard AWD, and a 10-speed automatic transmission.

💰 Best Value

2025 Volkswagen Atlas

The Atlas provides compelling value by being $6,550 cheaper while still offering 269 hp and decent efficiency.

Choose the Volkswagen Atlas if...

You need the lowest purchase price, as the Atlas starts $6,550 less than the Passport.
Maximizing overall length (200.7 inches) for interior volume outside of the cargo bay is a priority.
You prefer the slightly better fuel economy rating of 22 combined MPG over AWD capability.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You require the superior cargo capacity, as the Passport offers 44 cu ft versus the Atlas's 20.6 cu ft.
All-Wheel Drive is non-negotiable for your driving conditions.
You want more outright power from the 285 hp engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Volkswagen Atlas	Honda Passport
Length	200.7"	191.5"
Width	78.3"	79.4"
Height	70.4"	73.1"
Wheelbase	117.3"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Volkswagen	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 Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering 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	Volkswagen	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	269 hp @ 5500 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	273 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	Volkswagen	Honda
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Volkswagen	Honda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/26 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	372.0/483.6 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.6 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Volkswagen	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	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated 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	✓	—
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Volkswagen	Honda
Infotainment Display	12.0 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	Volkswagen	Honda
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
One-Touch Power Windows	—	2
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Volkswagen	Honda
Front Head Room	41.3 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.5 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	58.4 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 Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Volkswagen	Honda
Rear Head Room	40.4 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.6 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.5 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	58.6 in.	57.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Volkswagen	Honda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/60R18	265/60R
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Volkswagen	Honda
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 20000 mi.	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas and 2026 Honda Passport.

How much more cargo space does the Passport offer compared to the Atlas?

The 2026 Honda Passport has significantly more usable space behind the second row, offering 44 cu ft, while the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas provides 20.6 cu ft in the same configuration.

Is the Atlas much more fuel-efficient for daily driving?

The Atlas achieves a slightly better combined MPG of 22, with 26 MPG on the highway, compared to the Passport's 21 combined MPG rating (19 city/25 highway). Both use regular unleaded fuel.

Why does the Passport cost $6,550 more than the Atlas?

The higher MSRP of $44,750 for the Passport accounts for its standard All-Wheel Drive system, a more powerful 285 hp engine, and its taller stance at 73.1 inches.

Which vehicle is physically larger overall?

The 2025 Atlas is longer at 200.7 inches, making it the longer vehicle, although the 2026 Passport is slightly wider and noticeably taller.

For performance driving, which engine setup is better?

The Passport has the performance edge with 285 hp and a 10-speed automatic transmission, whereas the Atlas offers 269 hp and is FWD standard.

Do either of these vehicles require premium gasoline?

No, fortunately for budget-conscious buyers, both the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas and the 2026 Honda Passport are specified to run on regular unleaded fuel.