2025 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2025 Honda Passport Comparison

Midsize SUV buyers flock to vehicles featuring capability and style; however, getting both can be a difficult task. Fortunately, we’ve got two great options to compare.

The Toyota 4Runner gets a complete makeover for the 2025 model year. It’s more than a simple update; instead, it offers more of what the previous model did. It’s bolder, bigger, and more aggressive-looking. Plus, it retains 4Runner’s ability to head off-road at a moment’s notice.

However, if you need space to haul five passengers and a lot of cargo while being able to tow 5,000 pounds and head off-road, the new 2025 Honda Passport should be on your list of SUVs to consider. Let’s check out this pair.

2025 Toyota 4Runner

The 4Runner may be Toyota’s most adored SUV, with the Land Cruiser being a close second. The 2025 redesign results in a new look that keeps the spirit of its predecessors and has been popular with SUV fans.

With the 4Runner, you get a choice of two powerful engines: a 2.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder putting out 278 horsepower, which is better than the V6 it replaces. However, you can add a 48-hp electric motor to the 4-cylinder and get 326 hp. Both engines mate to an 8-speed automatic, which also helps with fuel economy. Prices start at $42,220, including destination charges.

Toyota 4Runner Highlights

Big value: The sixth-generation 4Runner isn’t cheap, but often you get what you pay for, and it’s true in this case. Buy a new $50,000 Toyota 4Runner today and in five years it could sell for $7,500 more than the midsize SUV average.

Fuel economy: Off-road mavens will love the new 4Runner’s looks and capability; however, the new model is also extremely efficient. The base model SR5 gets 26 mpg on the highway. Still, the more powerful hybrid model is nearly as good at 24 mpg highway.

New choices: While many will go wild for the TRD Pro variant, Toyota introduced two new trims for 2025: the Trailhunter and Platinum. The former gives you an off-road-ready beast, while the latter offers a more comfortable environment.

Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the 4Runner models near you.

2025 Honda Passport

2024 model shown

The Honda Passport proves it’s still possible to get more than you pay for in a vehicle. This 2-row, 5-passenger SUV comes in just three trim levels — EX-L, TrailSport, and Black Edition — because the content level is so high on the entry-level EX-L. Out of the gate, the Passport comes equipped with all-wheel drive and leather seating, which are typically upgrades for vehicles in this class.

Powered by a 280-hp, 3.6-liter 6-cylinder mated to a 9-speed automatic means plenty of power — it’ll tow 5,000 pounds — but you’ll pay the price if you have a heavy right foot. The Passport’s combined fuel economy rating is 21 mpg, which is better than others’ in the segment. However, if you’re tooling around off-road in the TrailSport package, there will be times when the extra oomph comes in handy.

The cabin offers plenty of space for five people, plus the cargo area behind the second row. It also provides plenty of legroom for those in the second row. Pricing begins at $43,850, including destination fees.

Honda Passport Highlights

Locking technology: With the Smart Entry with Walk-Away Auto Lock technology, Passport owners don’t have to worry about security, as this system locks the vehicle automatically as you walk away with the key fob.

Honda Sensing: A safety and assistance technology suite designed to improve safety and performance. It includes a Road Departure Mitigation system, Lane Keeping Assist System, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Collision Mitigation Braking System.

Highly contented: Every Passport comes with leather seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, wireless charging, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and all-wheel drive.

Check this week’s Fair Purchase Price or see the Passport models near you.

Similarities

The 4Runner and Passport feature attractive exterior styling, a spacious interior cabin, impressive technology, and off-road capability.

Pricing

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for New 2025 Toyota 4Runner vehicles and New 2025 Honda Passport vehicles in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) quoted includes the destination fee, but does not include tax, license, document fees, and options.

Specifications

	2025 Toyota 4Runner	2025 Honda Passport
Popular Powertrains
Engine	2.4-liter turbo 4-cylinder	3.5-liter 6-cylinder
Horsepower	278 hp @ 6,000 rpm	280 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	317 lb-ft @ 1,700 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm
Transmission	8-speed automatic	9-speed automatic/AWD
Fuel Economy	20 city/26 highway/22 combined mpg	19 city/24 highway/21 combined mpg
Also Available	2.4-liter hybrid
Specs
Basic Warranty	3 years/36,000 miles	3 years/36,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty	5 years/60,000 miles	5 years/60,000 miles
NHTSA Overall Safety	Not rated	5-Star
Max Seating Capacity	7	5
Wheelbase	112.2 inches	110.9 inches
Overall Length	194.9 inches	189.1 inches
Width	78.0 inches	78.6 inches
Height	72.6 inches	72.2 inches
Turning Diameter	39.4 feet	39.3 feet
Headroom, Front	39.7 inches	39.5 inches
Headroom, Rear	37.8 inches	40.0 inches
Legroom, Front	41.8 inches	40.9 inches
Legroom, Rear	34.8 inches	39.6 inches
Shoulder Room, Front	58.0 inches	62.0 inches
Shoulder Room, Rear	57.8 inches	61.9 inches
Cargo Volume	48.4 cubic feet (44.8 with optional third row)	41.2 cubic feet

Conclusion

The 4Runner’s new styling would seem to give it a slight advantage over the Passport. Both are good-looking vehicles, but the 4Runner’s got an off-roading pedigree the Passport can’t match. Drive them both and pick the one you like best.