Passport Goes Abroad: Honda to Export U.S.-Built Passport SUV to Japan

Honda today announced plans to export the U.S. designed, developed and built Honda Passport, in the top TrailSport Elite trim, to the Japanese market in the second half of 2026 – to enhance its product lineup to meet the diverse needs of customers in Japan.

The fourth-generation Passport has been a runaway success in the U.S. since its introduction early last year, posting multiple monthly sales records and its best year in 2025.

The award-winning Passport, including the Passport TrailSport that accounts for around 80% of the trim mix, is built exclusively at the Honda Alabama Auto Plant in Lincoln, Alabama. The 3.5-liter V6 engine that powers the Passport also is made locally at the plant. Moreover, Passport consistently ranks in the top 10 of the Cars.com American-Made Index for its contribution to U.S.-based auto manufacturing jobs and supply chains.

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