2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness vs. 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport

Adventure-ready SUVs are in high demand, and two top contenders are the 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness and the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport. Both bring rugged capability, but they approach it in different ways.

Performance & Off-Road

• Outback Wilderness: 260-hp turbocharged BOXER® engine, standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 9.5 inches of ground clearance, and X-Mode settings built for mud, snow, and rocky trails.

• Passport TrailSport: 285-hp V6 with Honda’s torque-vectoring AWD, 8.3 inches of clearance, larger off-road tires, and upgraded skid plates.

Size & Utility

• Outback Wilderness: More compact and lighter, making it nimble on narrow trails. Tows up to 3,500 lbs.

• Passport TrailSport: Larger, boxier design with more cargo room and stronger towing at 5,000 lbs.

Interior & Tech

• Outback Wilderness: 14-inch touchscreen, water-resistant upholstery, and practical, easy-to-use controls.

• Passport TrailSport: 12.3-inch display, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, and added convenience features like auto-folding seats.

Price

• Outback Wilderness starts around $41,700.

• Passport TrailSport starts closer to $48,500.

The Verdict

If you want a lighter, trail-focused SUV with Subaru’s proven AWD heritage, the Outback Wilderness delivers. If towing, cargo, and extra tech matter most, the Passport TrailSport may appeal.

At Competition Subaru of Smithtown, we believe the Outback Wilderness strikes the perfect balance of rugged adventure, everyday comfort, and long-term Subaru reliability.

📍 Competition Subaru of Smithtown
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📞 (631-215-3312)