Skip to Main Content
Bluetooh-Icon-01HR-V-Rim

Where Imagination Meets Adventure

Built for exploration beyond the pavement, Honda TrailSport vehicles combine rugged capability and confidence for the adventures ahead.

Detail of a rugged terrain
Tough terrain? Easy. Wintry weather? No sweat. See how Honda SUVs and trucks can help you take on bigger adventures.

Tackle Most Any Terrain

Passport TrailSport Elite shown in Ash Green Metallic* and Sunset Orange* with Honda Genuine Accessories.
Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive Systems
Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive Systems
Honda all-wheel-drive systems are designed to effortlessly tackle bad weather, rough terrain and big jobs, channeling available power where and when you need it most. Second-generation intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) offers expanded AWD capabilities, which comes standard on all Passport and Ridgeline models and is available on the Pilot.

Tackle Most Any Terrain

2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite in Ash Green Metallic profile driving through a dusty desert (Mid-Size SUV).
Passport TrailSport Elite shown in Ash Green Metallic* and Sunset Orange* with Honda Genuine Accessories.
Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive Systems
Honda all-wheel-drive systems are designed to effortlessly tackle bad weather, rough terrain and big jobs, channeling available power where and when you need it most. Second-generation intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) offers expanded AWD capabilities, which comes standard on all Passport and Ridgeline models and is available on the Pilot.

Engineered for Performance

Ridgeline Sport shown in Solar Silver Metallic with Honda Genuine Accessories.
How All-Wheel Drive Works
How All-Wheel Drive Works
Honda offers two different all-wheel-drive systems: Real Time AWDâ„¢ and i-VTM4. Both can deliver instantaneous power to the rear wheels to help you power through challenging conditions, and the i-VTM4 system adds torque vectoring for greater side-to-side control.

Engineered for Performance

2026 Honda Ridgeline IN Solar Silver Metalic carrying 2 motorbikes in the tuck bed while driving across a small river in the mountains
Ridgeline Sport shown in Solar Silver Metallic with Honda Genuine Accessories.
How All-Wheel Drive Works
Honda offers two different all-wheel-drive systems: Real Time AWDâ„¢ and i-VTM4. Both can deliver instantaneous power to the rear wheels to help you power through challenging conditions, and the i-VTM4 system adds torque vectoring for greater side-to-side control.
Honda Pilot Trailsport Driving at night in a snowy road

Wet or Snowy Roads

Pilot TrailSport shown* in Platinum White Pearl* with Honda Genuine Accessories.

2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite in Orange Sunset front climbing a steep rocky mountain trail (Mid-Size SUV).

Unpaved Roads

Passport TrailSport Elite shown in Sunset Orange* with Honda Genuine Accessories.

2026 Honda Ridgeline Trailsport in Modern Steel Metallic drives through a dirt field, carrying 2 dirt bikes in the flat bed and towing a Honda Talon on a trailer.

Towing & Hauling

Ridgeline TrailSport shown in Modern Steel Metallic with Honda Genuine Accessories. Honda reminds you to properly secure cargo items and follow all applicable load limits and loading guidelines. Maximum towing capacity for AWD trims is 5,000 lbs. Towing requires accessory towing equipment. Please see your Honda dealer for details.

How Torque Vectoring Works

The i-VTM4® system helps enhance stability on muddy, wet and icy roads, and can even improve dry-weather handling. It uses a pair of clutch packs—one for each rear wheel—that can be engaged separately. This allows variable amounts of torque to be sent to each rear wheel independently to help compensate when one wheel loses traction or to distribute torque to the outside wheel for smoother turning.

Mobile Offer
2026 Honda Ridgeline RTL in Modern Steel Metallic, slightly overhead shot of Ridgeline driving on dirt road

Intelligent Traction Management

When road conditions change, just push the Intelligent Traction Management button to optimize for your environment.  Each mode adjusts throttle, shifting, torque distribution and Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) for the unique challenges of the selected terrain depending on your vehicle, including Snow, Trail, Sand, Mud, and more.

Ridgeline TrailSport shown in Ash Green Metallic* with Honda Genuine Accessories.*

  • 2026 Honda CR-V in Platinum White Pearl profile driving on a snowy road with skis on the roof (Full-Size SUV).

    Snow Mode

    To help minimize wheel slippage, especially when accelerating from a stop, Snow mode sets the automatic transmission to start in second gear and adjusts the throttle for less pedal sensitivity

  • 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite in Orange Sunset back splashing through a deep muddy trail (Mid-Size SUV).

    Mud Mode

    Maintaining momentum is essential in muddy driving conditions. To help you keep moving, Mud mode delays upshifts for increased wheel torque and adjusts VSA to allow more wheel slip.

  • 2026 Honda Pilot in Solar Silver Metallic front driving through a sandy desert landscape (Full-Size SUV).

    Sand Mode

    Soft-sand driving calls for more aggressive pedal tuning to minimize throttle delay. Sand mode also delays upshifts for increased wheel torque.

Unibody Construction

The Ridgeline is unique among pickup trucks for its smooth-riding unibody cab and bed, with an integrated frame that’s stronger than conventional body-on-frame designs. Approximately 45% of the body on frame uses special high-strength and ultra-high-strength steel that adds rigidity without undue weight.

ACEâ„¢ Body Structure

The Advanced Compatibility Engineeringâ„¢ (ACEâ„¢) body structure is a Honda-exclusive body design that enhances occupant protection and crash compatibility in frontal collisions.

Steering Hanger Beam

To help improve ride and handling, as well as improve the fit and finish of the instrument panel, the steering hangar beam is made of light-weight cast magnesium.

3-Bone Front Floor Structure

In the event of a frontal collision, the 3-bone front floor structure is designed to help channel energy away from the passenger cabin.

Unibody Critical Joint

A strong connection between the truck bed and cab is vital for towing and hauling capability. By integrating the bed rail into the C-pillar and reinforcing it with spot welding, Honda engineers improved torsional rigidity by 28% over the first-generation Ridgeline.

Truss-Style Rear Inner Construction

To improve towing and hauling capability, the body sides and rear tailgate frame are fully boxed for enhanced rigidity.

Mobile Offer

Advanced Suspension Systems

With independent multi-link suspensions, Honda SUVs and trucks not only offer nimble handling and smooth rides—they’re also built to stay steadfast in off-road conditions, making easy work of dirt and gravel.

Mobile Offer

Towing Prowess

The Passport, Pilot, and Ridgeline, when equipped with i-VTM4® AWD systems, are all capable of towing up to 5,000 pounds* thanks to their powerful V-6 engines. That’s enough muscle to pull a 24-foot camper, a trailer with two side-by-sides, or a 22-foot boat.

Mobile Offer
Detail Render of a Engine

Engines Built to Last

Under the hood of the Honda Ridgeline, Pilot and Passport, you’ll find the same engine block and heads used to power the 550-horsepower, twin-turbocharged Ridgeline Baja race truck across hundreds of miles of desert. Some might say this is over-engineering; we say it’s engineering at its finest.

Designed for Extremes

2022 Passport Elite shown in Deep Scarlet Pearl, 2021 Pilot Elite shown in Crystal Black Pearl, 2021 Ridgeline RTL-E shown in Modern Steel Metallic, 2021 Passport TrailSport shown in Lunar Silver with Honda Genuine Accessories.
BAUDETTE
Cold Weather Testing
Wintry conditions can create a wide range of challenges, from snow to ice to slush. We test our technologies for all of them, on both level ground and inclines, on 23 different driving courses in the frozen prairies of Northern Minnesota. And to make sure our SUVs and trucks can withstand the bitter winters, we test cold starts in -40-degree cold cells.
MOJAVE DESERT
MOJAVE DESERT
2021 Ridgeline Sport shown in Modern Steel Metallic, 2022 Passport Elite shown in Deep Scarlet Pearl, 2021 Pilot Elite shown in Sapphire Steel Metallic, 2021 Passport TrailSport shown in Lunar Silver with Honda Genuine Accessories.
MOJAVE DESERT
All-Terrain Testing
At the Honda Proving Center of California, spanning 3,840 acres of sun-scorched desert, we test everything from 191-mph supercars to off-road motorcycles and ATVs. With a 1.3 million-square-foot vehicle dynamics area, a 1.6-mile gravel course and an expansive powersports complex, it’s the perfect place to test the rugged capability of our SUVs and trucks.

Designed for Extremes

2022 Passport Elite shown in Deep Scarlet Pearl, 2021 Pilot Elite shown in Crystal Black Pearl, 2021 Ridgeline RTL-E shown in Modern Steel Metallic, 2021 Passport TrailSport shown in Lunar Silver with Honda Genuine Accessories.
2021 Ridgeline Sport shown in Modern Steel Metallic, 2022 Passport Elite shown in Deep Scarlet Pearl, 2021 Pilot Elite shown in Sapphire Steel Metallic, 2021 Passport TrailSport shown in Lunar Silver with Honda Genuine Accessories.
BAUDETTE, MN
Cold Weather Testing
Wintry conditions can create a wide range of challenges, from snow to ice to slush. We test our technologies for all of them, on both level ground and inclines, on 23 different driving courses in the frozen prairies of Northern Minnesota. And to make sure our SUVs and trucks can withstand the bitter winters, we test cold starts in -40-degree cold cells.
MOJAVE DESERT
All-Terrain Testing
At the Honda Proving Center of California, spanning 3,840 acres of sun-scorched desert, we test everything from 191-mph supercars to off-road motorcycles and ATVs. With a 1.3 million-square-foot vehicle dynamics area, a 1.6-mile gravel course and an expansive powersports complex, it’s the perfect place to test the rugged capability of our SUVs and trucks.
MOJAVE DESERT

Gallery

VIEW GALLERY

Honda Trail Experience

The Honda Trail Experience app is designed for TrailSport trims on the 2026 CR-V, Passport, and Pilot, bringing real-time trail data and vehicle readouts to your adventures. Download the free app and discover available features.

  • 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport front displayed on a smartphone screen held by a person in a forest.

    Log The Drive

    Take on rugged terrain with more confidence through 11 available real-time vehicle data points that keep you aware and in control, including everything from elevation and pitch to tire angle and speed.

  • 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport interior detail of the dashboard featuring the infotainment screen and center console.

    Capture The Adventure

    Track your TrailSport adventures through interactive maps that capture GPS, timestamps, and vehicle data, so you can revisit challenging trails and share your experiences.

  • 2026 Honda Pilot TrailSport close up of the center touchscreen displaying vehicle status and Apple CarPlay.

    Share The Experience

    Share your off-road experiences with friends, family and fellow TrailSport explorers on social media.

Vehicle Lineup

Ridgeline

2026 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport in Modern Steel Metallic
  • i-VTM4® AWD with Intelligent Traction Management
  • Tows up to 5,000 lbs*
  • Innovative Unibody Construction
EXPLORE
BUILD

Passport

2027 Honda Passport Trailsport in Smoke Blue Pearl in a profile view, with a white studio background (Mid-Size SUV).
  • Second-Generation i-VTM4® AWD System
  • Available Off-Road Tuned Suspension
  • Available TrailWatchâ„¢
EXPLORE
BUILD

Pilot

2026 Honda Pilot Sport shown in Crystal Black Pear
  • Available i-VTM4® AWD with up to 7 Drive Modes
  • Tows up to 5,000 lbs*
  • Seats up to 8
EXPLORE
BUILD

CR-V

2027 Honda CR-V TrailSport Hybrid in Ash Green Metallic profile on white studio background (Compact Crossover SUV).
  • Available Hybrid Powertrain
  • Available Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™
  • Available TrailSport Hybrid with All-Terrain Tires  
EXPLORE
BUILD

Frequently Asked Questions

!
MODEL