The Honda Passport is generally longer than the Toyota Highlander, making it the bigger exterior vehicle by length. The Highlander, however, sits a bit taller and offers a three-row interior, while the Passport is designed as a two-row SUV with a focus on cargo and rear-seat comfort.
This article compares the latest versions of both models to clarify how their dimensions stack up in real-world terms, including exterior size, seating arrangements, and cargo capacity.
Size at a glance
The following figures summarize the most relevant exterior dimensions for quick, side-by-side comparison.
- Toyota Highlander: approximately 194.9 inches long, about 76.0 inches wide, around 68.1 inches tall; wheelbase near 112 inches.
- Honda Passport: approximately 197–198 inches long, about 78.5–79.0 inches wide, around 69–70 inches tall; wheelbase near 111–112 inches.
In practical terms, the Passport stretches longer and is slightly broader, while the Highlander remains a touch narrower and a bit taller due to its three-row design.
Space, seating and cargo
These details highlight how the two SUVs differ in interior layout and how much cargo each can carry with various seating configurations.
- Toyota Highlander: 3-row seating (7–8 passengers); behind the third row about 16 cubic feet of cargo space; behind the second row roughly 48 cubic feet; with all rear rows folded, up to about 84 cubic feet.
- Honda Passport: 2-row seating (5 passengers); behind the second row about 41 cubic feet of cargo space; with rear seats folded, roughly 77–80 cubic feet.
The Highlander’s primary advantage is its ability to carry more passengers and, with seats down, substantial total cargo. The Passport excels in outright cargo space behind its rear seats, but it does not offer a third row.
Summary
Bottom line: By exterior length, the Honda Passport is bigger, typically adding a few inches to the Highlander. The Toyota Highlander, meanwhile, is taller and offers a versatile three-row interior for larger households. For buyers prioritizing passenger capacity and seating flexibility, the Highlander is a strong choice; for those prioritizing maximum cargo space in a two-row package, the Passport is bigger on length and width but shorter on overall seating capacity.