2025 Honda Passport vs 2025 Pilot near Fairfax, VA

The 2025 Honda Passport TrailSport in Radiant Red Metallic II is shown left, and the 2025 Honda Pilot Sport in Sonic Gray Pearl is shown right.

You’ve decided that a midsize SUV is suitable for your journey in and out of the Fairfax area. Before you begin shopping at Honda of Chantilly, check out this comparison preview from our staff to determine whether the 2025 Honda Pilot or 2025 Passport is right for you. Again, we’d like to show you how these two models are different rather than which is better.
Performance
The 2025 Passport and Pilot are both powerful SUVs with a 5,000-lb. maximum towing capacity¹. The hauling capability stems from a standard 3.5L V6 engine, which is a powertrain found in each model. However, the Passport hosts 280 horsepower², while the Pilot creates up to 285 horsepower². They also generate 262 lb.-ft. of torque³, a reliable trait that complements the statistics as mentioned above. Part of the reason why the Pilot is slightly stronger is because it sports a standard 10-speed automatic transmission, while the Passport has a standard 9-speed variant. This provides compatibility between their respective systems, making each adventure much easier. Plus, the Honda Passport and Pilot have standard AWD, which gives you better handling over routes like Lee Highway when they’re slippery due to inclement weather.
Interior
If you’re looking forward to taking the family to the International Spy Museum, we recommend getting the 2025 Honda Passport. This model can seat up to five people, while the 2025 Pilot can fit up to eight passengers. With the Passport, you’ll have 100.8 cubic ft. of storage⁴ when all the rear seats are down. If you believe you’ll need more room, go for the Pilot, which has 111.8 cubic ft. of cargo space⁴. You’ll also find a standard tri-zone automatic climate control system in both vehicles. Since the Pilot is geared more toward families and large groups, it comes with an available second-row console, allowing rear crewmates to adjust the temperature themselves. Comfort is amplified even more through standard heated front seats, which are found in the Pilot and Passport.
Technology
Some of the technological advancements that the 2025 Honda Pilot and 2025 Passport share are an available Wi-Fi Hotspot⁵. This is particularly helpful when your passengers want to save data on their mobile device plans, and it lets junior crewmates play games on their handheld consoles while you’re headed to your destination. The Passport and Pilot include safety features that inform you about errors, other vehicles, and pedestrians on the road. These alerts will appear on the standard 7-inch driver information cluster. At the center of the dashboard, you’ll have a touch display with collection amenities, such as wireless Apple CarPlay®⁶ and Android Auto™⁷ integrations. Plus, both Honda midsize SUVs have a standard wireless phone charger⁸. If you’re thinking of shopping for either of these models, stop by our dealership’s location.