The most obvious indication of this is the design that in many ways harkens back to the 1997-2002 second-generation model that was built by Isuzu. The new Passport has a chunkier, more squared off design with a flatter, longer hood, slightly more upright windshield and similar kick-up at the beltline toward the back of the rear doors.

After a series of teasers, Honda has officially revealed the 2026 Passport, boasting a rugged design, enhanced off-road capability, and a powerful, albeit retained V6 engine. The fourth-generation Passport emphasizes both on-road refinement and off-road prowess for those seeking a versatile midsize SUV.

Back in the 1990s before coming out with its own crossover, the CR-V, Honda offered the first-generation Passport, a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo that was a legit body-on-frame SUV. Since then, the Japanese brand has mainly stuck to crossover-y models that aren’t focused on off-roading,