2020 Honda Passport vs 2021 Chevrolet Suburban

The Passport's exterior gives the impression of a rugged and athletic vehicle, nestled between the Honda Pilot and CR-V in size and capability. The model comes in four trim levels: Sport, EX-L, Touring, and Elite, with the Elite trim offering a scratch-resistant matte black grille, 20-inch black alloy wheels, and black-rimmed LED headlights. The interior is sophisticated, featuring a mix of hard-wearing and soft-to-the-touch materials, with the Elite trim offering perforated, heated, and ventilated front seats, a leather-trimmed heated steering wheel, and additional standard features.

The Suburban's front-end design has been described as polarizing, with a design language reminiscent of the Camaro. The interior remains largely the same, with a 10-speaker audio system, wireless charging pad, and a nine-speaker Bose premium stereo available in higher trim levels. The range-topping High Country model features woodgrain and leather but lacks soft-touch materials found in luxury SUVs.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Honda Passport 8 out of 10 for performance, and the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban 6 out of 10.

The Passport is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, generating 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It offers good performance and off-road capability, with the ability to tow up to 5,000 pounds.

The Suburban comes with a standard 5.3-liter V8 engine, with an available 6.2-liter V8 and a newly available Duramax turbodiesel engine. The diesel engine provides great pickup and V8-level torque, offering plenty of grunt for a vehicle of its size.

The Passport is described as practical, offering ample greenhouse, spacious seats, and a roomy cargo area. It provides small-item storage and features tri-zone automatic climate control and second-row sunshades.

The Suburban offers massive cargo space, providing up to 144.7 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded. It also provides a commanding view of the road for passengers and ample head- and legroom.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Honda Passport 9 out of 10 for technology, and the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban 9 out of 10.

The Passport comes with a 5.0-inch display monitor in the base model, while higher trim levels feature an 8.0-inch Display Audio infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.

The Suburban comes standard with a 10.2-inch touchscreen that runs GM’s intuitive infotainment system, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a navigation system, and a rear entertainment system.

The Passport achieved good scores from the IIHS and NHTSA crash tests and evaluation, and comes standard with the Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assist technology.

The Suburban comes equipped with automatic emergency braking, forward-collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, and optional safety features such as adaptive cruise control and a surround-view monitor camera system.