2026 Honda Passport vs. 2027 Jeep Wrangler

CarGurus rates the Jeep Wrangler 6.3/10, saying it maintains an aura of adventure with a minimalist, rugged interior and shines off-road, but is full of compromises, with unquestionable dirt prowess undercut by a noisy cabin and poor fuel economy in the city or suburbs, while its Passport comparison page separately says the redesigned Passport is a well-rounded crossover SUV that shines for cargo space and user-friendly tech, though as a unibody it's not ideal for hardcore off-roaders. TrueCar says the Jeep Wrangler's $38,030 MSRP undercuts the Honda Passport's $46,545 TSRP by $8,515, a gap that stretches to $8,903 based on real-world average prices, while the Passport wins on fuel economy at 19 city/25 highway mpg versus the Wrangler's 17 city/23 highway.

Which to choose, and why

Wrangler shines off-road but is noisy; Passport shines for cargo and tech

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) rates the Jeep Wrangler 6.3/10, saying it maintains an aura of adventure with a minimalist, rugged interior and shines off-road, but is full of compromises, with unquestionable dirt prowess undercut by a noisy cabin and poor fuel economy in the city or suburbs, while its Passport comparison page separately says the redesigned Passport is a well-rounded crossover SUV that shines for cargo space and user-friendly tech, though as a unibody it's not ideal for hardcore off-roaders.

$8,515 to $8,903 cheaper Wrangler

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Jeep Wrangler's $38,030 MSRP undercuts the Honda Passport's $46,545 TSRP by $8,515, a gap that stretches to $8,903 based on real-world average prices, while the Passport wins on fuel economy at 19 city/25 highway mpg versus the Wrangler's 17 city/23 highway.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Honda Passport or Jeep Wrangler?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Wrangler, by $8,515 at MSRP/TSRP.

Is the Jeep Wrangler noisy?

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) says yes, drivers will have to deal with a noisy cabin in city or suburban driving.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Honda Passport: 2 records · Jeep Wrangler: 6 records.

Decision field	Honda Passport	Jeep Wrangler
Exact EPA records	2	6
Model / option labels	2	2
Drive layouts	All-Wheel Drive	4-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	3.5L 6-cyl SIDI	2L 4-cyl SIDI, 3.6L 6-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl
Transmissions	Automatic (S10)	Automatic 8-spd, Manual 6-spd
Fuel types	Regular	Premium, Regular
EPA classes	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	20–21 MPG/MPGe	14–21 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$3100–3250 per year	$3100–5700 per year

Head to head

Honda Passport vs. Jeep Wrangler: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Honda Passport	Jeep Wrangler
Starting price (KBB base)	$46,445	$38,630
Top trim price (KBB base)	$55,345	$81,990
Horsepower	285 hp	270-470 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft	260-470 lb-ft
Curb weight	4,478-4,705 lb	4,285-5,268 lb
Length	191.5 in	166.8-192.5 in
Wheelbase	113.6 in	96.8-118.4 in
Cargo volume	104.4-104.6 cu ft	72.4 cu ft
Towing capacity	5,000 lb	2,000-3,500 lb
Seating	5 seats	4-5 seats
Basic warranty	3 years	3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 and 2027 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

The Jeep Wrangler starts $7,815 lower: $38,630 against $46,445 before options and fees.
On peak horsepower, the Jeep Wrangler leads: 470 hp against 285 hp.
On peak torque, the Jeep Wrangler leads: 470 lb-ft against 262 lb-ft.
The Jeep Wrangler is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 4,285 lb against 4,478 lb.
On length, the Jeep Wrangler leads: 192.5 in against 191.5 in.
On wheelbase, the Jeep Wrangler leads: 118.4 in against 113.6 in.
On cargo volume, the Honda Passport leads: 104.6 cu ft against 72.4 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Honda Passport leads: 5,000 lb against 3,500 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 Honda Passport and the Jeep Wrangler.

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).

2027 Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler is a series of compact and mid-size off-road SUVs manufactured by Jeep since 1986, and currently in its fourth generation. The Wrangler JL, the most recent generation, was unveiled in late 2017 and is produced at Jeep's Toledo Complex. The Wrangler is a direct progression from the World War II Jeep, through the CJ (Civilian Jeeps) produced by Willys, Kaiser-Jeep, and American Motors Corporation (AMC) from the mid-1940s through the 1980s.

Source: Jeep Wrangler (Wikipedia)

Models. The Wrangler debuted in 1986 as a new model after the discontinuance of the Jeep CJ series. It was revised in 1996, and completely redesigned in 2006. In addition to the model's name Wrangler, each model received a designation corresponding to its generation: YJ, TJ, JK, and the current JL model.

Sales. Jeep Jamboree: Off Road Adventure – a video game based on the then-current Jeep Wrangler YJ model

Recent recalls (7 campaigns across the latest model years)

August 2026, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In… Consequence: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
July 2026, Wheels. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control. Consequence: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
June 2026, Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off"… Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Open both dossiers

Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

01 · 2026Honda Passport2 configurations →02 · 2027Jeep Wrangler6 configurations →

Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Honda Passport or the 2027 Jeep Wrangler?

Efficiency

The 2026 Honda Passport lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (20.5 vs. the 2027 Jeep Wrangler's 17.5 MPG/MPGe).