2026 Ford Bronco vs. 2026 Honda Passport

Car Chomper says the Ford Bronco's $40,495 MSRP undercuts the Honda Passport's $44,750 by $4,255, with the Bronco's 300 hp and 325 lb-ft eclipsing the Passport's 285 hp and 262 lb-ft despite the Bronco requiring premium fuel, while the Passport is slightly more fuel efficient at 21 mpg combined versus the Bronco's 19 and offers nearly double the cargo space at 44 cubic feet versus 20.6, naming the Passport the pick for commuters and families, and the Bronco the pick for enthusiasts and value. CarGurus rates the Bronco a 6.8/10, saying it delivers the goods as a fully modern off-roader that's more comfortable on-road than the Jeep Wrangler though it requires serious compromises as a daily driver, while the redesigned Passport, built on unibody construction rather than the Bronco's body-on-frame platform, targets aspirational lifestyle SUVs like the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Toyota 4Runner and shines for cargo space and user-friendly tech, though it's not ideal for hardcore off-roaders.

Which to choose, and why

More power for less, but far less cargo room

Car Chomper (opens in a new tab) says the Ford Bronco's $40,495 MSRP undercuts the Honda Passport's $44,750 by $4,255, with the Bronco's 300 hp and 325 lb-ft eclipsing the Passport's 285 hp and 262 lb-ft despite the Bronco requiring premium fuel, while the Passport is slightly more fuel efficient at 21 mpg combined versus the Bronco's 19 and offers nearly double the cargo space at 44 cubic feet versus 20.6, naming the Passport the pick for commuters and families, and the Bronco the pick for enthusiasts and value.

Body-on-frame off-roader versus unibody lifestyle SUV

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) rates the Bronco a 6.8/10, saying it delivers the goods as a fully modern off-roader that's more comfortable on-road than the Jeep Wrangler though it requires serious compromises as a daily driver, while the redesigned Passport, built on unibody construction rather than the Bronco's body-on-frame platform, targets aspirational lifestyle SUVs like the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Toyota 4Runner and shines for cargo space and user-friendly tech, though it's not ideal for hardcore off-roaders.

Questions buyers ask

Which has more cargo space, the Ford Bronco or Honda Passport?

Car Chomper (opens in a new tab) says the Passport, at 44 cubic feet versus the Bronco's 20.6.

Is the Honda Passport body-on-frame or unibody?

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) says unibody, unlike the Bronco's body-on-frame platform.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Ford Bronco: 9 records · Honda Passport: 2 records.

Decision field	Ford Bronco	Honda Passport
Exact EPA records	9	2
Model / option labels	5	2
Drive layouts	Part-time 4-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	2.3L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI, 2.7L 6-cyl SIDI & PFI, 3L 6-cyl SIDI	3.5L 6-cyl SIDI
Transmissions	Automatic (S10), Manual 7-spd	Automatic (S10)
Fuel types	Regular	Regular
EPA classes	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	15–20 MPG/MPGe	20–21 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$3250–4300 per year	$3100–3250 per year

Head to head

Ford Bronco vs. Honda Passport: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Ford Bronco	Honda Passport
Starting price (KBB base)	$42,490	$46,445
Top trim price (KBB base)	$81,990	$55,345
Horsepower	300-418 hp	285 hp
Torque	325-440 lb-ft	262 lb-ft
Curb weight	4,504-5,814 lb	4,478-4,705 lb
Length	189.4-191 in	191.5 in
Wheelbase	116.1 in	113.6 in
Cargo volume	77.6-83 cu ft	104.4-104.6 cu ft
Towing capacity	3,500-4,500 lb	5,000 lb
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Basic warranty	3 years	3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 model year); prices are KBB base prices.

The Ford Bronco starts $3,955 lower: $42,490 against $46,445 before options and fees.
On peak horsepower, the Ford Bronco leads: 418 hp against 285 hp.
On peak torque, the Ford Bronco leads: 440 lb-ft against 262 lb-ft.
The Honda Passport is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 4,478 lb against 4,504 lb.
On length, the Honda Passport leads: 191.5 in against 191 in.
On wheelbase, the Ford Bronco leads: 116.1 in against 113.6 in.
On cargo volume, the Honda Passport leads: 104.6 cu ft against 83 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Honda Passport leads: 5,000 lb against 4,500 lb.
Both list the same seating capacity: 5 seats.
Both list the same basic warranty: 3 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Ford Bronco and the Honda Passport.

2026 Ford Bronco

The Ford Bronco is a model line of SUVs manufactured and marketed by Ford. The first SUV model developed by the company, five generations of the Bronco were sold from the 1966 to 1996 model years. A sixth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2021 model year.

Source: Ford Bronco (Wikipedia)

Chassis. The first-generation Bronco is built upon a chassis developed specifically for the model range, shared with no other Ford or Lincoln-Mercury vehicle. Built on a 92-inch wheelbase (sized between the CJ-5 and Scout; only an inch shorter than the later CJ-7), the Bronco used box-section body-on-frame construction.

Powertrain. At its August 1965 launch, the Bronco was offered with a 170-cubic-inch inline six. Derived from the Ford Falcon, the 105-hp engine was modified with solid valve lifters, a 6-US-quart (6 L) oil pan, heavy-duty fuel pump, oil-bath air cleaner, and carburetor with a float bowl compensated against tilting.

Recent recalls (29 campaigns across the latest model years)

September 2026, Air Bags:Side/Window:Curtain. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles. The mounting bracket on the right-hand-side side curtain air bag may have a metal burr that can tear the air bag during deployment. Consequence: A torn air bag may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
August 2026, Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power. Consequence: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
July 2026, Engine. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit. Consequence: A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.

Owners filed 74 complaints with NHTSA for the 2024 Ford Bronco, most often about unknown or other (21), electrical system (18), structure (13).

2026 Honda Passport

The Honda Passport is a line of sport utility vehicles (SUV) from the Japanese automaker Honda. Originally, it was a rebadged version of the Isuzu Rodeo, a mid-size SUV sold between 1993 and 2002. It was introduced in 1993 for the 1994 model year as Honda's first entry into the growing SUV market of the 1990s in the United States.

Safety: The 2019 Passport received a "Top Safety Pick" award by the IIHS.

Source: Honda Passport (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Honda Passport overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (2 campaigns across the latest model years)

July 2026, Suspension:Rear. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2026 Pilot and Passport vehicles. The rear subframe bolts may have been tightened improperly. Consequence: Loose rear subframe bolts can lead to a loss of vehicle stability or rear subframe detachment, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
November 2024, Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak. Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Owners filed 39 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Honda Passport, most often about electrical system (16), engine (16), unknown or other (12).

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

01 · 2026Ford Bronco9 configurations →02 · 2026Honda Passport2 configurations →

Comparison answer desk

13 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Ford Bronco or the 2026 Honda Passport?

Efficiency

The 2026 Honda Passport lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (20.5 vs. the 2026 Ford Bronco's 17.5 MPG/MPGe).