[cchambers]

After 2-days of ownership, here are some random thoughts:
1) Steering Wheel could be a little bit larger Diameter
2) Should have a 360 degree Bird's Eye View option
3) Should have an option where you can switch the Rear-view Mirror to a outside rear Camera, so if your cargo area is full and blocking your view - you can still see behind you (like the RAV4 has).
4) Should have a function to fold the outside mirrors when you lock the doors.
5) Should have left enough space under the rear cargo area to hold a full size spare and go ahead and make that full size spare tire/rim an accessory.
6) Should have a Convertor in the back to plug in A/C powered devices (like the RAV4 has).

Gimme some time and I'll come up with more (Are you listening HONDA?)

A good possibility some of these may be implemented in the 2020 model. I currently have a 2018 Chevy Equinox I'm thinking of trading in on a Passport Touring model. The Equinox has two features I'd really miss ... the 360 degree Bird's Eye camera view and a programmable lift gate height feature. These two things are what's giving me second thought about a new Passport.

 

[cchambers]

So there are customizable settings for the mirrors, driver's seat settings, and keyless entry settings for each key fob. Has anyone seen a list of settings that can be customized by driver? I don't see anything in the manual.

 

[cchambers]

So there are customizable settings for the mirrors, driver's seat settings, and keyless entry settings for each key fob. Has anyone seen a list of settings that can be customized by driver? I don't see anything in the manual.

The manual you get with the car is not the "complete" manual. Download the full manual on the Honda Owners site. You can also order a printed copy of the full owner manual and navigation manual within the first 6 months of ownership. The customiizable settinge are covered in detail in the full manual.

 

[cchambers]

Passport doesn't have overhead camera view. My previous car had it and I loved it, very handy when parking to be sure you're between the lines, or at the proper distance from the curb. No complaints otherwise. Very smooth, very quiet. Glad to be back in a Honda again.

 

[cchambers]

The Passport does not offer a Surround View Camera. A widely available item.
Also, in my mind, everyone misses the shifter and a real console with an armrest.
Three simple things, so easy for Honda to make right IMO.

"a real console with an armrest" ... I much prefer the console in the Passport to what's usually available in other cars. I had a 2017 Ridgeline with the same console and I'm very glad it hasn't been changedin the Passport. For me the armrest is perfect, especially since its height adjustable. Since owning my Passport for about two weeks now I'm getting used to the push-button shifter, no complaints from me.

 

[cchambers]

Piano black, everywhere. HATE.

Maybe you could get some adhesive backed contact paper in a faux woodgrain design and cover the piano black trim.

 

[cchambers]

I am not happy about the way the hands free tailgate does not work well. I rarely have the hands free tailgate work for me. I took it into Honda service and the damn thing started working every time. Could it be the difference in natural light versus indoor lighting at the customer service?

What is the secret foot wave that works for you?

Power Tailgate Hands Free Access*1
Use a forward and back kicking motion under the center of the rear bumper to open or close the power tailgate while carrying the smart entry remote. Some exterior lights flash twice and a beeper sounds once, then the tailgate begins to move.

Note:This function will not operate if you don't have the smart entry remote on you. Please make sure you have the smart entry remote on you.
During rain or in other instances when the vehicle becomes wet, the sensor may not properly detect your foot motion.

 

[cchambers]

I do that all the time. I just turn it off, and it shifts to park before powering off.

That's a nice feature. I'm sure it won't be long before vehicles will automatically apply the parking brake as well.

 

[cchambers]

hate the auto start .

I don't care for the auto start either. at least there's a button to turn it off and I try to remember due to do that every time I start it up. On most if not all of the new GM vehicles there is no way to turn off the auto start. I know because my 2018 Equinox had auto start.

 

[cchambers]

I agree with you on the speakers! They are pretty lousy! I have the Elite package with the 550 watt sound too. The sound isn't the best and was confirmed as to why, when I saw the cheap plastic speakers while I had the door panels off for other work I was doing on my vehicle. The speakers have really tiny magnets and are lite as a feather! (totally made out of plastic.) No metal frames or anything. I thought, "wow, this is upgraded audio."?! I will be ordering some real speakers from Crutchfield soon!

Wow... I'm surprised about the speakers. For a factory system I think it sounds very good. Of course that is subjective among each person. I've been around high end audio for over 40 years, both home and car audio, and while I would not consider the stock "upgraded" system to be "high end" I do think it sounds good. Can you get better sound that would satisfy even the most discriminating audiophile? Sure for $$$$$. I agree though, a modest investment in higher quality speakers might be worthwhile to some. I was listening today to some of my favorite classic rock (Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Dire Straits) and was thinking how good the bass and kick drums sounded. For a stock system, it's one of the best I've heard.

 

[cchambers]

DTS Neural Surround?

DTS Neural Surround™ MultiMerge is a unique process that always provides a 5.1 mix no matter what audio signal is provided at the input.

 

[cchambers]

I think the side mirrors should automatically open (if closed) once a certain speed is hit, the same way the automatic door locks work.

I had a 2014 Lexus RX350 SUV. The mirrors could be set to automatically fold in when the ignition was turned off, and automatically fold open when the ignition was turned on. It wasn't possible to program to open at a certain speed as we can with the door locks. Perhaps someone could figure how to tap into the door lock circuit for those who want the mirrors to fold out at a speed.

 

[cchambers]

I thought the same when I tried parking in my garage with the door slightly open. I mentioned it to my sales person. He said it's because I didn't have the seat belt fastened. He was right. I didn't realize I unfastened it as I pulled into the garage. If I keep it fastened, I can drive forward or reverse with the door open.

 

[cchambers]

As has been pointed out, the Passport shares the same engine with the Pilot and Rideline, virtually the same interior and electonics as the Pilot and Ridgeline, so the Passport is much less prone to first year problems than many other "first year" vehicles that are designed from scratch.