Chevy Blazer vs Honda Passport: 2026 Blazer vs 2027 Passport Compared
Last updated: October 18, 2026 | Emich Chevrolet, Lakewood | Specs from each manufacturer
The Chevy Blazer and Honda Passport are two-row midsize SUVs with room for five, V6 power (standard on the Passport, available on the Blazer RS) and real towing capability, but they are priced and built for different buyers. Here is the 2026 Blazer, the newest Blazer on sale, against the 2027 Passport, using each manufacturer’s published specs.
Quick Verdict
The 2026 Blazer costs far less ($34,300 to start, or $37,000 with AWD, vs $45,195 for the AWD-only Passport), offers more horsepower with its available V6 (308 vs 280; RS only, from $45,250) and is rated higher for fuel economy (up to 25 mpg combined per the EPA vs 21 per Honda’s 2027 rating). The 2027 Passport has much more cargo space (83.8 vs 64.2 cu ft), tows more (5,000 vs 4,500 lbs), has standard AWD, more ground clearance and a dedicated off-road TrailSport.
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The Matchup: Value and Efficiency vs Space and Trail Gear
Honda’s 2027 Passport arrived at dealers on September 29, 2026, with a re-engineered, lifted TrailSport. Chevrolet has not announced a 2027 gas Blazer, so the 2026 is the newest Blazer on sale.
Every Passport has a 280-hp 3.5L V6, a 10-speed automatic and torque-vectoring AWD. The Blazer comes standard with a 228-hp 2.0L turbo and FWD, and the RS offers a 308-hp 3.6L V6. Every Blazer uses a 9-speed automatic, and AWD is available on all trims.
The two are nearly the same length (191.8 vs 191.5 in.), but the boxier Passport holds much more: 44.0 vs 30.5 cu ft behind the rear seat and 83.8 vs 64.2 with it folded. The Passport also has a little more rear legroom (40.9 vs 39.6 in.).
Blazer vs Passport Specs
| Spec | 2026 Chevy Blazer | 2027 Honda Passport |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP (excl. destination) | $34,300 (2LT FWD); $37,000 with AWD; $1,995 destination | $45,195 (RTL, AWD standard); $1,595 destination |
| Engine | 2.0L turbo 4-cyl (228 hp / 258 lb-ft); 3.6L V6 (308 hp / 270 lb-ft, RS) | 3.5L V6 (280 hp / 258 lb-ft) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic |
| AWD | Available on every trim | Standard |
| Best combined fuel economy | 25 mpg (2.0L FWD); 24 mpg AWD | 21 mpg (RTL, Honda’s 2027 rating) |
| Max towing | 4,500 lbs (RS with V6) | 5,000 lbs (accessory towing equipment required) |
| Cargo behind rear seat | 30.5 cu ft | 44.0 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 64.2 cu ft | 83.8 cu ft |
| Rear legroom | 39.6 in. | 40.9 in. |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 to 7.6 in. | 8.3 in. (TrailSport 9.6 in.) |
| Length | 191.8 in. | 191.5 in. |
| Center screen | 10.2 in. | 12.3 in. |
| Adaptive cruise control | Available (packages) | Standard |
| Warranty | 3 yr/36,000 mi; 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain | 3 yr/36,000 mi; 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain |
Sources: chevrolet.com and Build & Price (2026 Blazer); Honda’s 2027 Passport pricing, EPA and specifications releases and automobiles.honda.com; fueleconomy.gov. Passport mpg is Honda’s published 2027 rating; fueleconomy.gov lists only the 2026 Passport so far. Bold marks the better figure.
By the Numbers
Starting price
MSRP in dollars, excluding destination. Lower is better.
Max cargo (behind 1st row)
Best combined fuel economy
Off-Road: Passport TrailSport vs Blazer
The Passport TrailSport ($49,995) is a genuine trail SUV for 2027, with a re-engineered, lifted suspension, 9.6 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, an underbody skid plate, recovery hooks and the TrailWatch camera system. The Blazer has no off-road trim; AWD models get an Off-Road drive mode, and every Blazer has 7.5 to 7.6 inches of ground clearance.
Reasons to Choose Each
Choose the Chevy Blazer if you want
- A much lower price, with FWD or AWD
- More horsepower from the available 308-hp V6
- Better fuel economy (up to 25 mpg combined)
- Sporty RS styling
Choose the Honda Passport if you want
- Much more cargo space
- 5,000-lb towing
- Standard AWD and more ground clearance
- The off-road TrailSport
- A 12.3-inch touchscreen and adaptive cruise as standard
Interior and Technology
The Blazer has a 10.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim, and the RS adds an 8-inch driver display, connected navigation and Bose audio. The Passport has a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 10.2-inch digital cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and Google built-in as standard.
Honda Sensing is standard on the Passport, including Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Traffic Jam Assist, Blind Spot Information and parking sensors. The Blazer has Chevy Safety Assist plus Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Park Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert as standard, with Adaptive Cruise Control available through packages. Neither offers hands-free driving, and NHTSA rates the 2026 Blazer and the 2027 Passport RTL five stars overall.
The Bottom Line
If you need maximum cargo space, 5,000-lb towing or real trail capability, the Passport earns its higher price. If you want a sporty two-row SUV that costs thousands less with the 2.0L turbo and gets better fuel economy, the Blazer is the smarter buy. The 308-hp V6 Blazer RS starts at $45,250 (FWD) or $47,500 (AWD), close to the Passport’s $45,195.
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Blazer vs Passport FAQs
Which is cheaper, the Blazer or the Passport?
The 2026 Blazer starts at $34,300 with FWD and $37,000 with AWD. The 2027 Passport starts at $45,195 with standard AWD. Destination is $1,995 for Chevrolet and $1,595 for Honda.
Which tows more?
The Passport is rated to tow 5,000 lbs with accessory towing equipment. The Blazer tows up to 4,500 lbs with the RS’s available V6 and trailering equipment.
Which has more cargo space?
The Passport: 44.0 cu ft behind the rear seat and 83.8 cu ft with it folded, vs 30.5 and 64.2 cu ft in the Blazer.
Which gets better gas mileage?
The Blazer’s 2.0L turbo is EPA-rated at 25 mpg combined with FWD and 24 with AWD. Honda rates the 2027 Passport RTL at 21 mpg combined.
Sources: chevrolet.com 2026 Blazer page, chevrolet.com Build & Price, fueleconomy.gov and NHTSA for Chevrolet; each competitor’s official website, specifications, price sheets and press materials, fueleconomy.gov and NHTSA for the rival, reviewed October 18, 2026. MSRP excludes destination, tax, title, license, dealer fees and options; destination charges differ by brand. Towing ratings depend on configuration and equipment and are for comparison only; review the owner’s manual before towing. EPA estimates; actual mileage will vary. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Emich Chevrolet sells new Chevrolet vehicles. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Read the vehicle Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information.