Which Honda Passport trim fits Panama City drivers, and what does each start at?
A Honda Passport fits a Panama City, FL driver who wants five seats, 285 hp and a 5,000 lb tow rating, and it starts at $44,950 for the RTL. It does not fit a household that needs more than five seats.
Seven trims run from the RTL at $44,950 to the TrailSport Elite Blackout at $53,850. The engine, seating and tow rating hold steady across all of them. What changes is the price, and by a single mile per gallon on the TrailSport.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Panama City. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Seven Passport trims run from $44,950 to $53,850 in Panama City, FL
The RTL is the lowest starting price at $44,950, and the TrailSport Elite Blackout is the highest at $53,850. That is an $8,900 spread across seven trims. Every price is Honda’s suggested price, never our price, and it excludes what Florida adds at signing.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Maximum cargo | Maximum towing |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTL | $44,950 | 104.6 cu ft | 5,000 lbs |
| RTL Towing | $45,650 | 104.6 cu ft | 5,000 lbs |
| RTL Blackout | $46,150 | 104.6 cu ft | 5,000 lbs |
| TrailSport | $48,650 | 104.6 cu ft | 5,000 lbs |
| TrailSport Blackout | $49,850 | 104.6 cu ft | 5,000 lbs |
| TrailSport Elite | $52,650 | 104.4 cu ft | 5,000 lbs |
| TrailSport Elite Blackout | $53,850 | 104.4 cu ft | 5,000 lbs |
Read the table by steps. The RTL Towing costs $700 more than the RTL. The RTL Blackout costs $1,200 more. The TrailSport starts $3,700 above the RTL, and the Elite starts $7,700 above it. Each Blackout version adds $1,200 to the trim it is built on.
Cargo and towing barely move. The cargo difference is 0.2 cu ft, between the 104.6 cu ft trims and the two Elite trims at 104.4 cu ft. So for a Panama City, FL buyer, the question is how much of the price ladder you want to climb, because the space and the tow rating are the same on every rung.
A Panama City, FL daily driver starts at the RTL for $44,950
The RTL suits the daily drive in Panama City, FL. It gives you 285 hp and 21 mpg combined, and it is the lowest starting price in the lineup. The EPA certifies the gasoline Passport at 20 to 21 mpg combined, and the 20 belongs to the TrailSport.
That one mile per gallon is the fuel difference between the trims. A commuter who runs from Lynn Haven or Panama City Beach in to the East 15th Street corridor and back will see it as a small, steady cost on the TrailSport, not a swing. Power does not change either, since every trim carries 285 hp.
So a daily driver has little reason to pay for a step up in power or fuel economy, because neither steps up. If the extra money buys something you want on a specific truck, such as the Blackout look at $1,200 more, that is a fair reason. It is a choice about taste and budget, and the figures do not tie it to a longer or shorter commute.
A Bay County family gets five seats and 104.6 cu ft on most trims
A Panama City, FL family of up to five fits in any Passport, and the second row gives rear passengers 40.9 in of legroom. Maximum cargo runs 104.4 cu ft to 104.6 cu ft, and the two Elite trims sit at the lower end.
Five seats is the limit, and it is the one buyer this SUV does not fit. If your household regularly carries six or more, a third row decides the question before trim does, and we would rather you know that before you drive over. For a family of four or five, the Passport’s space is the same whichever trim you pick.
That matters for the budget. A family does not need to climb to the TrailSport Elite to gain room, because the Elite trims have 0.2 cu ft less cargo than the RTL. Spend the difference on something you will notice, or keep it.
A weekend tow from Panama City, FL needs 5,000 lbs, and every trim has it
Honda rates all seven Passport trims to tow 5,000 lbs, properly equipped. That means the cheapest trim at $44,950 tows exactly what the most expensive one at $53,850 does, which is the most useful fact for a Bay County buyer who hauls a boat or a trailer on weekends.
The RTL Towing is the trim named for the job, and it starts $700 above the RTL. Honda’s rating is a limit for a properly equipped vehicle, so the equipment on the specific truck matters. Ask us what each Passport on our lot carries before you decide the $700 is worth it.
Gear is an easier call. Honda lists ground clearance at 8.3 in, and cargo space is 104.6 cu ft on most trims, enough for beach chairs, coolers and a weekend of bags with the seats folded. A trip down a sandy shoulder in Bay County does not change your trim choice, since the clearance figure is the same one for the whole Passport lineup.
What we do for a Passport buyer in Panama City, FL
We help you settle the trim by showing you a specific truck, and we carry used cars from many makes if your budget points that way. At Group 1 Honda Panama City, the sticker price is Honda’s suggested figure.
If you have a trade, know how the number is built. Trade offers depend on inspection, vehicle condition and current market value. The make-and-model option gives only a general estimate from historical data that could change, so treat it as a starting point and not a quote.
Advertised special pricing includes a $995 dealer doc fee and a $79 EFT charge, so those two lines are in the figure you read. Through AcceleRide, you can find a new vehicle, purchase it online and have it delivered. After the sale, service and maintenance appointments can be booked online on our service scheduling page.
Our owners talk about the people more than the paperwork. In a September 2026 Google review of Group 1 Honda Panama City, Beau R. wrote: “Working with Oscar has been great. He is up front and honest about the transaction. He does not sugar coat anything, he is straight forward. He does not try to push anything on you. He lets you look and decide he is there for opinions and help. We purchased a new Honda CR-V”
Patrick O. reviewed our parts counter on Google in October 2026: “I want to give a special recognition to Devon at the parts counter. He went above and beyond to assist me with my part needs. Was very professional, but approachable and down to Earth and gave me direct answers to my questions. Thank you Devon!!!”
A Google review of Group 1 Honda Panama City from Gia D., posted in September 2026, covered the service drive: “Thank you, Andrew, for handling both a tire rotation inflation kit recall and a software update so quickly and efficiently !!! I was told it could take up to 4 hrs but you had the appointment completed in 2.5 hrs !!! What a great surprise !! You are the best !!! Thank you, Andrew !!!”
Frequently asked questions
What warranty comes with a 2026 Honda Passport?
The basic warranty runs 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The powertrain warranty runs 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Both apply to the Passport lineup.
Is the starting price the price I will pay at Group 1 Honda Panama City?
No. The starting figures are Honda’s suggested prices, and they are never our price. Our advertised special pricing includes a $995 dealer doc fee and a $79 EFT charge.
Does a higher Passport trim give me more horsepower?
No. Every trim carries 285 hp. Moving up the ladder changes the price, and the TrailSport trims sit at 20 mpg combined against 21 on the others.
How is my trade-in valued?
Trade offers depend on inspection, vehicle condition and current market value. The make-and-model option gives only a general estimate from historical data that could change. We settle the real number once we see your vehicle.
Can I buy a Passport without coming to the store first?
Through AcceleRide, you can find a new vehicle, purchase it online and have it delivered. You can also come to 3601 E 15th St in Panama City, FL 32404 and look at the trucks in person.
Can I book the first service visit ahead of time?
Yes. Service and maintenance appointments can be booked online on our website. Booking ahead puts your visit on the schedule before you arrive.
Do you sell used vehicles if a new Passport stretches the budget?
Yes. We carry used cars from many makes, along with certified pre-owned Honda vehicles. Tell us your monthly target and we will point you to what fits it.
The RTL suits most Panama City drivers; TrailSport suits upgraders
For most Panama City, FL drivers, the RTL at $44,950 is the right Passport, because the power, the 5,000 lb tow rating and the cargo space are the same on every trim. A buyer who wants more of the line, whether the Towing equipment at $700 more, the Blackout look at $1,200 more, or the TrailSport and Elite steps above, can choose it knowing what the extra money buys and what it does not. A household that needs a third row should not buy a Passport at all, since it seats five. We are the place to settle it because we are Panama City’s Honda dealership on the East 15th Street corridor, we were known as Honda of Bay County, and Group 1 Automotive stands behind us.
Group 1 Honda Panama City, 3601 E 15th St, Bay County
We are a Honda dealership at 3601 E 15th St, Panama City, FL 32404. We sell new, used and certified pre-owned Honda vehicles and run service, parts and financing on site. Customers rate us 4.6 stars across 3,345 Google reviews (Google, 2026). We are part of Group 1 Automotive, which posted record full-year revenue of $22.6 billion, up 13.2%, and sold 459,000 new and used vehicles, a company record (Group 1 Automotive, 2026).
In an April 2026 Google review of Group 1 Honda Panama City, Bob D. wrote: “Always a pleasure doing business with Honda of Bay County. Service department is very efficient in getting my vehicle in and out. The service directors are personable with special appreciation to Michelle and David. In need of a new vehicle, call ahead and ask for Matthew in sales.” Choose us and you get a service team that keeps looking after your Passport.
Group 1 Honda Panama City has Passports on the lot, so come see our current inventory.
Group 1 Honda Panama City answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Panama City showroom, or call (850) 763-5495.
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