2025 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review

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2025 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $42,400 to $48,470
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2024 Toyota
Highlander Hybrid

MSRP*: $40,970 to $53,375
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MPG - City 19 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 100.7 - 100.8 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 243-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 243 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 189.1 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Honda Passport offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda Passport, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Honda Passport, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Honda Passport or the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Passport is much wider than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The Honda Passport is slightly shorter than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Honda Passport has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Passport is clearly the choice over the Toyota Highlander Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Honda Passport has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Honda Passport does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Honda Passport seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The Honda Passport has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.