2020 Kia Telluride vs 2019 Honda Passport
CarGurus highlights
Based on the ratings provided by CarGurus experts, the 2020 Kia Telluride emerges as the more highly rated vehicle compared to the 2019 Honda Passport.
Choose the 2020 Kia Telluride if:
Shop Now- You prioritize a stylish and upscale design with a spacious and luxurious interior.
- You seek a vehicle with strong safety features and advanced technology, offering excellent value for money.
- You are looking for a versatile SUV with impressive off-road capabilities and a comfortable ride.
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Choose the 2019 Honda Passport if:
Shop Now- You prioritize a vehicle with strong acceleration and significant cornering grip.
- You are looking for a practical and spacious SUV with ample storage space and a range of driver assists.
- You prefer a vehicle that offers good value at the mid-level trim, providing a back-to-basics SUV experience.
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Overview | |
MSRP$31,890 | MSRP$31,990 |
Average price$27,157 | Average price$24,671 |
Listings718 | Listings304 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
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2020 Kia Telluride Reviews SummaryUsually, when I step out of an SUV and feel great, there's a luxury nameplate on the tailgate. Not this time. The Telluride grabbed me from the moment my white-over-grey test car arrived. And after 500 miles, the Telluride proved how impressive it is against every SUV in the $30,000 to $50,000 range. Kia hasn't made a truly big SUV since the 2009 Borrego, which it quickly canceled after bad reviews while a nation reeled from record-high gas prices. The smaller Sorento took over as Kia's 3-row SUV, except it wasn't roomy enough for six or seven people (and still isn't). That's not to say we don't like the Sorento—it's one of our highest-rated cars—but for families who want the most space, technology, and amenities, the 2020 Telluride is Kia's new champ. | |
2019 Honda Passport Reviews SummaryWith 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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 | Engine Name3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Torque262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.0 cu ft | Cargo Space41.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4112 lbs | Curb Weight3959 lbs |
Height68.9 in | Height71.6 in |
Length196.9 in | Length190.5 in |
Width78.3 in | Width78.6 in |
Wheelbase114.2 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Maximum Payload1664 lbs | Maximum Payload1332 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
CarGurus highlights
Based on the ratings provided by CarGurus experts, the 2020 Kia Telluride emerges as the more highly rated vehicle compared to the 2019 Honda Passport.
Choose the 2020 Kia Telluride if:
Shop Now- You prioritize a stylish and upscale design with a spacious and luxurious interior.
- You seek a vehicle with strong safety features and advanced technology, offering excellent value for money.
- You are looking for a versatile SUV with impressive off-road capabilities and a comfortable ride.
707 results
Choose the 2019 Honda Passport if:
Shop Now- You prioritize a vehicle with strong acceleration and significant cornering grip.
- You are looking for a practical and spacious SUV with ample storage space and a range of driver assists.
- You prefer a vehicle that offers good value at the mid-level trim, providing a back-to-basics SUV experience.
303 results
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,890 | $31,990 |
Average price | $27,157 | $24,671 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Usually, when I step out of an SUV and feel great, there's a luxury nameplate on the tailgate. Not this time. The Telluride grabbed me from the moment my white-over-grey test car arrived. And after 500 miles, the Telluride proved how impressive it is against every SUV in the $30,000 to $50,000 range. Kia hasn't made a truly big SUV since the 2009 Borrego, which it quickly canceled after bad reviews while a nation reeled from record-high gas prices. The smaller Sorento took over as Kia's 3-row SUV, except it wasn't roomy enough for six or seven people (and still isn't). That's not to say we don't like the Sorento—it's one of our highest-rated cars—but for families who want the most space, technology, and amenities, the 2020 Telluride is Kia's new champ. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.8L 291 hp V6 | 3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.0 cu ft | 41.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4112 lbs | 3959 lbs |
Height | 68.9 in | 71.6 in |
Length | 196.9 in | 190.5 in |
Width | 78.3 in | 78.6 in |
Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1664 lbs | 1332 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Look and feel
2020 Kia Telluride
8/10
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
The 2020 Kia Telluride has been rated 8 out of 10 by CarGurus experts, while the 2019 Honda Passport received a rating of 7 out of 10. The Telluride's design has been described as transformative, with a handsome and upscale appearance that belies its affordable price. The vehicle's exterior blends boxy presence with fluid curves, resembling a blend of a big Chevy and a new Volvo. The interior exudes luxury with its wide touchscreen, matte wood, and silver-painted buttons. The 2019 Honda Passport is noted for its boxier and more broad-shouldered appearance compared to the Pilot, with a restyled front bumper, blacked-out grille, and black 20-inch wheels. The interior, while spacious, has been described as having some dated elements.
Performance
2020 Kia Telluride
7/10
2019 Honda Passport
8/10
CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Kia Telluride 7 out of 10 and the 2019 Honda Passport 8 out of 10. The Telluride is equipped with a 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It offers strong braking, a creamy ride, and off-road features like torque vectoring and axle-lock. The Passport is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine generating 280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. It offers strong acceleration and significant cornering grip, but its soft suspension and light steering make it less enthusiastic about sporty driving.
Form and function
2020 Kia Telluride
9/10
2019 Honda Passport
9/10
Both the 2020 Kia Telluride and the 2019 Honda Passport have been rated 9 out of 10 by CarGurus experts. The Telluride offers spacious seating for seven or eight passengers, with a generous cargo capacity of 21 cubic feet with all seats raised and 87 cubic feet with them all flat. The Passport also provides ample storage space, with 41.2 cubic feet of storage behind the rear seats and 77.9 cubic feet with them folded. The Passport's interior is noted for its practicality and attractive design, while the Telluride's cabin is described as tasteful and classy.
Technology
2020 Kia Telluride
8/10
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
The 2020 Kia Telluride has been rated 8 out of 10 by CarGurus experts, while the 2019 Honda Passport received a rating of 7 out of 10. The Telluride comes with standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Kia's UVO link, with upper trims offering advanced features like Highway Driving Assist and a quiet mode for the stereo. The Passport offers an 8-inch high-res touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and 4G WiFi, along with Honda Sensing driver assists as standard.
Safety
2020 Kia Telluride
8/10
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
The 2020 Kia Telluride has been rated 8 out of 10 by CarGurus experts, while the 2019 Honda Passport received a rating of 7 out of 10. The Telluride comes with a comprehensive suite of active driver assists as standard, including forward-collision alert, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. The Passport also offers a range of safety features, including blind-spot monitoring and Honda Sensing driver assists as standard.
Cost Effectiveness
2020 Kia Telluride
10/10
2019 Honda Passport
7/10
The 2020 Kia Telluride has been rated 10 out of 10 by CarGurus experts, while the 2019 Honda Passport received a rating of 7 out of 10. The Telluride offered exceptional value, while The Passport offered best value at the EX-L level.
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