The 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Touring Blackout Automatic is basically the most complete version of the new Passport. It combines the rugged TrailSport foundation, the more premium Touring equipment, and the darker Blackout styling package. If the standard TrailSport is the functional adventure trim, the TrailSport Touring Blackout is the one that feels more finished, more expensive, and more visually serious.
Honda Canada lists the 2026 Passport lineup as TrailSport, TrailSport Blackout, TrailSport Touring, and TrailSport Touring Blackout, so this trim sits right at the top of the Canadian Passport range. It is the version for someone who wants the off-road look and capability, but does not want to give up comfort, tech, or a more premium cabin feel.
The Blackout treatment makes a big difference here. The new Passport already has a boxier, more upright shape than before, but the blackout trim gives it more presence. The darker accents, blacked-out exterior details, and more aggressive TrailSport stance make it look less like a regular family crossover and more like a proper, rugged two-row SUV. It is not overdone, either. The design works because the Passport is already squared off and simple, so the black trim feels natural rather than forced.
This is the trim that makes the Passport look its best. The TrailSport shape gives it width and toughness, the Touring equipment adds polish, and the Blackout package removes some of the plainness that can make lower Honda trims look a bit conservative. In darker colours like Crystal Black Pearl, it has a cleaner stealth look. In brighter colours, the black details create more contrast and make the SUV stand out.
Mechanically, it uses Honda’s 3.5-litre V6 with a 10-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Honda Canada says every 2026 Passport comes with the 3.5L DOHC V6 paired with a 10-speed automatic, and the TrailSport Touring Blackout uses Honda’s i-VTM4 all-wheel-drive system. Output is listed at 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.
That powertrain suits the Passport well. It is not trying to be sporty in the way a turbocharged performance SUV might be, but the V6 gives it a smooth, relaxed character. It feels more traditional and substantial than many four-cylinder turbo rivals. For daily driving, highway passing, cottage trips, winter driving, and light towing, this setup makes sense.
The 10-speed automatic is also important. The older Passport’s 9-speed automatic was not always the smoothest part of the vehicle. The 10-speed should make this generation feel more refined, especially in stop-and-go driving and highway cruising. It gives the V6 more flexibility and helps the SUV feel less dated.
The TrailSport side of the trim matters because this is not just a cosmetic package. The Passport TrailSport models are built around a more rugged setup, including all-terrain tires, off-road-focused drive modes, an off-road-tuned suspension, and 5,000 lb towing capacity on Honda’s U.S. trim comparison. That does not make it a hardcore body-on-frame off-roader, but it gives the Passport real bad-road and light-trail credibility.
For Ontario, this is probably the sweet spot. You get enough capability for snow, gravel roads, cottage roads, unpaved lots, and rough city pavement, but it still drives like a comfortable crossover. It is not as raw as a 4Runner, and that is the point. It gives you a rugged look and useful capability without making the daily commute annoying.
Inside, the Touring part of the trim is what separates it from the regular TrailSport Blackout. This is where the SUV starts to feel more premium. You still get the practical Passport layout, with a wide cabin, high seating position, good visibility, and a huge cargo area, but the Touring equipment makes it feel less basic. Honda highlights available comfort features such as a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, heated second-row outboard seats, and ventilated front seats.
That matters because the Passport is a family and road-trip SUV first. The TrailSport Touring Blackout gives you the rugged exterior without forcing you into a stripped-down cabin. The darker interior theme, orange contrast stitching, and more upscale materials work well with the Blackout exterior. It feels tough, but not cheap.
Practicality remains one of the biggest reasons to buy it. The Passport is a two-row SUV, so Honda does not waste space on a small third row. The cargo area is large, the rear seat is roomy, and the squared-off body makes the space easy to use. For strollers, hockey bags, luggage, Costco runs, camping gear, pets, or cottage weekends, this is where the Passport makes more sense than smaller SUVs.
Fuel economy is the main downside. The estimated fuel consumption of 12.6 L/100 km city, 9.9 L/100 km highway, and 11.4 L/100 km combined for the 2026 Passport. That is not terrible for a V6 AWD SUV, but it is not efficient. If most of your driving is in the GTA, the Passport will feel thirsty compared with hybrid options.
Price can be a bit high. The TrailSport Touring Blackout starts around $63K before taxes and licensing, depending on dealer, colour, and available rebates. At that price, expectations are higher. You are paying for the top trim, the Blackout styling, the Touring features, the V6, AWD, and Honda’s reputation. It makes sense if you want the full package, but it is not the value trim.
The best way to think about the 2026 Passport TrailSport Touring Blackout Automatic is that it is the Passport with the least compromise. The regular TrailSport gets you the rugged basics. The TrailSport Blackout gets you the darker look. The TrailSport Touring adds comfort and premium features. The TrailSport Touring Blackout combines all of it into the version that feels most desirable.
Overall, this is the Passport to buy if you want the rugged design, the darker appearance package, the V6 powertrain, and the comfort features all together. It is not the cheapest Passport, and it is not the most fuel-efficient midsize SUV, but it is probably the best-looking and most complete version of the 2026 Passport lineup.
