2019 Honda Passport vs 2020 GMC Acadia

2019 Honda Passport
2019 Honda Passport
$31,990MSRP
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2020 GMC Acadia
2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
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2019 Honda Passport
$31,990MSRP
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2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
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The 2019 Honda Passport edges out the 2020 GMC Acadia with a slightly higher overall score. Therefore, the 2019 Honda Passport is the recommended choice for consumers seeking a well-rounded midsize SUV.

Overview

MSRP

$31,990

MSRP

$29,800

Average price

$24,783

Average price

$26,481

Listings

299

Listings

782
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10
Pros
  • Spacious third row
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Advanced safety features are not standard
  • Fairly pedestrian performance

2019 Honda Passport Reviews Summary

With four SUVs currently in its lineup, it may be hard to imagine, but there was a time when Honda had no idea how to build one. In 1993, Isuzu did the hard work, offering its body-on-frame Rodeo, which Honda rebadged as the Passport until 2002. Today's modern Passport is a Honda Pilot without a third-row seat, and like the Pilot (and the Ridgeline pickup), it's based on the Odyssey minivan chassis. And despite being tailored to families and outdoorsy types, the Passport is one of the most simplistic, unadorned new SUVs on sale. Offering basic transportation with gobs of space, all-wheel drive, and high ground clearance, the Passport hasn’t altered its original formula—and that's a good thing.

2020 GMC Acadia Reviews Summary

Long story short, as a friend of mine likes to say, GMC screwed up. This is just my opinion, of course, but when GMC redesigned the Acadia for the 2017 model year, the SUV shrank in size and switched to a softer look in order to plug a huge hole in the Buick-GMC SUV lineup.

Fast-forward to 2020, and GMC may have decided this move was a bad idea. As part of a refresh, the new Acadia adopts bolder styling and adds a new AT4 trim level with greater off-roading capability. Additional changes include the availability of a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a new nine-speed automatic transmission, and new and updated technology.

These revisions do help the Acadia to better stand out in what is now an ocean of midsize SUVs, from Hyundai to Kia and Honda to Toyota, and everything in between, but it’s up to GMC to make people aware of this fundamentally good, but oh-so-vanilla SUV. And the company must also address the Acadia’s questionable value.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.5L 280 hp V6

Engine

2.5L 193 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

193 hp @ 6300 rpm

MPG City

20

MPG City

21

MPG Highway

25

MPG Highway

27
2019 Honda Passport
2019 Honda Passport
$31,990MSRP
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2020 GMC Acadia
2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
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2019 Honda Passport
$31,990MSRP
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2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
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CarGurus highlights

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The 2019 Honda Passport edges out the 2020 GMC Acadia with a slightly higher overall score. Therefore, the 2019 Honda Passport is the recommended choice for consumers seeking a well-rounded midsize SUV.

Overview
MSRP
$31,990
$29,800
Average price
$24,783
$26,481
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.6
4.8
Expert reviews

7.5 out of 10

Read full review

7.0 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Spacious third row
  • Easy-to-use technology
Cons
  • Advanced safety features are not standard
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
Summary
With four SUVs currently in its lineup, it may be hard to imagine, but there was a time when Honda had no idea how to build one. In 1993, Isuzu did the hard work, offering its body-on-frame Rodeo, which Honda rebadged as the Passport until 2002. Today's modern Passport is a Honda Pilot without a third-row seat, and like the Pilot (and the Ridgeline pickup), it's based on the Odyssey minivan chassis. And despite being tailored to families and outdoorsy types, the Passport is one of the most simplistic, unadorned new SUVs on sale. Offering basic transportation with gobs of space, all-wheel drive, and high ground clearance, the Passport hasn’t altered its original formula—and that's a good thing.

Long story short, as a friend of mine likes to say, GMC screwed up. This is just my opinion, of course, but when GMC redesigned the Acadia for the 2017 model year, the SUV shrank in size and switched to a softer look in order to plug a huge hole in the Buick-GMC SUV lineup.

Fast-forward to 2020, and GMC may have decided this move was a bad idea. As part of a refresh, the new Acadia adopts bolder styling and adds a new AT4 trim level with greater off-roading capability. Additional changes include the availability of a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a new nine-speed automatic transmission, and new and updated technology.

These revisions do help the Acadia to better stand out in what is now an ocean of midsize SUVs, from Hyundai to Kia and Honda to Toyota, and everything in between, but it’s up to GMC to make people aware of this fundamentally good, but oh-so-vanilla SUV. And the company must also address the Acadia’s questionable value.

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
3.5L 280 hp V6
2.5L 193 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
7
Horsepower
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
193 hp @ 6300 rpm
MPG City
20
21
MPG Highway
25
27
Look and feel
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
2020 GMC Acadia
8/10
The 2019 Honda Passport receives a rating of 7 out of 10 from CarGurus experts, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 8 out of 10. The 2019 Honda Passport boasts a boxier and more broad-shouldered appearance than the Pilot, with a rugged and practical style. The 2020 GMC Acadia features a redesigned front end, conveying a more upscale and professional look.
Performance
2019 Honda Passport
8/10
2020 GMC Acadia
7/10
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda Passport 8 out of 10 and the 2020 GMC Acadia 7 out of 10. The 2019 Honda Passport is equipped with a powerful 3.5-liter V6 engine, delivering 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. The 2020 GMC Acadia offers three engine options, including a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, and a 3.6-liter V6, providing a range of power and efficiency.
Form and function
2019 Honda Passport
9/10
2020 GMC Acadia
8/10
The 2019 Honda Passport receives a rating of 9 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 8 out of 10. The 2019 Honda Passport offers ample cargo space, with 41.2 cubic feet of storage behind the rear seats and 77.9 cubic feet with them folded. The 2020 GMC Acadia provides comfortable seating for up to seven passengers, with modern amenities and improved interior storage space.
Technology
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
2020 GMC Acadia
8/10
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda Passport 7 out of 10 and the 2020 GMC Acadia 8 out of 10. The 2019 Honda Passport features an 8-inch high-res touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Garmin navigation. The 2020 GMC Acadia comes equipped with Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and GMC Connected Services, offering a simplified user experience and improved voice recognition.
Safety
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
2020 GMC Acadia
6/10
The 2019 Honda Passport receives a rating of 7 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 6 out of 10. The 2019 Honda Passport comes standard with Honda Sensing driver assists and blind-spot monitoring. The 2020 GMC Acadia offers standard blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning, with additional advanced driving assistance systems available on higher trims.
Cost Effectiveness
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
2020 GMC Acadia
5/10
The 2019 Honda Passport receives a rating of 7 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 5 out of 10. The 2019 Honda Passport started at $31,990 when new for the FWD Sport and ranged up to $43,680 for the AWD Elite. The 2020 GMC Acadia offered attractive features but may lack value compared to some competitors, with additional costs for certain exterior colors and optional safety features.
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