Honda Pilot, Passport or CR-V: which fits Tulsa drivers?
Choose the Pilot if you need a third row, the Passport if five seats and more room to haul and tow matter, and the CR-V if you want the compact SUV for daily driving. South Pointe Honda sells all three new at 9124 S Memorial Dr in Tulsa.
Seating, cargo room, towing, fuel economy and price separate these three models, and Honda’s published 2026 specifications answer each one.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Tulsa. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Tulsa drivers needing a third row pick the Pilot; others compare CR-V and Passport
Tulsa drivers who need a third row pick the Pilot. Its trims seat up to 8 people, and the Pilot TrailSport seats 7. The Passport seats 5 in every trim.
South Pointe Honda sells new Honda CR-V, Passport and Pilot models at 9124 S Memorial Dr, Tulsa, OK 74133. Drivers who don’t need a third row compare the CR-V and Passport on size, towing and price.
How much cargo room and length do the CR-V, Passport and Pilot have?
The Pilot has the most cargo room, with 111.8 cubic feet at maximum in the Sport 2WD, and it is also the longest at 200.1 inches. The Passport reaches 104.6 cubic feet, and the CR-V LX 2WD reaches 76.5.
The gap is widest behind the first row. The Pilot Sport 2WD holds 87.0 cubic feet there, the Passport RTL 83.8, and the CR-V LX 2WD 39.3. Behind the third row, the Pilot Sport 2WD still holds 18.6 cubic feet.
Footprint matters as much as cargo. The CR-V LX 2WD stands 66.2 inches tall and measures 184.8 inches long. The Passport RTL is 73.1 inches tall and 191.5 inches long, and the Pilot Sport 2WD is 71.0 inches tall. Check your garage door height first, because the Passport is the tallest of the three.
What engine power and towing do the Honda CR-V, Passport and Pilot offer?
Honda rates the Passport and the AWD Pilot at 285 horsepower and 5,000 pounds of towing, the most of the three. The CR-V LX makes 190 horsepower and tows up to 1,500 pounds.
Torque follows the same split. The Passport and Pilot both make 262 lb-ft at 5,000 rpm, while the CR-V makes 179 lb-ft at 1,700 to 5,000 rpm.
Drivetrain changes the Pilot’s towing rating. The 2WD Pilot Sport and EX-L tow 3,500 pounds, and the AWD versions tow 5,000. The CR-V Sport Hybrid makes 204 horsepower but tows 1,000 pounds, so it suits stop-and-go miles more than towing.
What are the EPA fuel economy ratings for the CR-V, Passport and Pilot?
The CR-V Hybrid is the most efficient of the three. The front-wheel-drive version is rated 43 mpg city, 36 highway and 40 combined. The gasoline CR-V is rated 28 city, 33 highway and 30 combined in front-drive form, and 27, 31 and 29 with AWD.
The Passport AWD and Pilot AWD are each rated 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined. Automakers test a representative vehicle over five defined cycles on a dynamometer. The EPA audits that data and independently confirms roughly 15% of results (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2026).
EPA’s certified figures put the yearly fuel cost at $1,550 for the CR-V FWD hybrid and $2,950 for the AWD Passport and Pilot. Tulsa commutes add to that bill. The Texas A&M Transportation Institute put congestion cost at $928 for the average Tulsa auto commuter in 2024. If most of your miles are stop-and-go, the CR-V Hybrid is the Honda to test.
What do the CR-V, Passport and Pilot cost and offer, side by side?
The CR-V has the lowest starting price of the three at $30,920 for the LX 2WD. The Passport starts at $44,950 for the RTL, and the Pilot starts at $42,395 for the Sport 2WD.
Honda’s published 2026 pricing sets the figures in this table.
| Model | Lowest starting price | Highest listed starting price | Max towing (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V | $30,920 (LX 2WD) | $42,550 (Sport Touring Hybrid AWD) | 1,000 to 1,500 |
| Passport | $44,950 (RTL) | $53,850 (TrailSport Elite Blackout) | 5,000 |
| Pilot | $42,395 (Sport 2WD) | $55,195 (Black Edition AWD) | 3,500 to 5,000 |
The Pilot Sport AWD starts at $44,495, and the Pilot EX-L AWD at $46,795. Each of the three has a wide trim range, so the starting price is only the first step.
When is the CR-V, Passport or Pilot the wrong fit for you?
A CR-V is the wrong fit once your towing passes 1,500 pounds, and a CR-V Hybrid falls short above 1,000. The Passport and Pilot AWD both tow 5,000 pounds, so a boat or trailer heavier than that rules out every model here.
The Passport seats five, so a family that needs a third row belongs in the Pilot. Pilot third-row legroom is 32.5 inches in the Sport 2WD.
Budget also sorts the three. A budget that stops at $30,920 points to the CR-V LX. A budget near $42,395 opens the Pilot Sport 2WD, and the Passport starts at $44,950.
Should you lease or finance a CR-V, Passport or Pilot in Tulsa?
Lease if you want a new Honda every few years and can stay within a mileage cap. Finance if you plan to keep the vehicle past the loan.
Leasing a CR-V, Passport or Pilot is one route, and financing is the other. You can start a finance application online, labeled “Apply for Financing.”
Mileage limits are the first thing to check. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says most leases restrict mileage to 10,000 to 15,000 miles per year. Most leases run 24, 36, 48 or 60 months, according to the Federal Reserve Board. At the end of a lease, the Federal Trade Commission says you must return the car unless the lease agreement lets you buy it.
FAQ
Can I trade in my current vehicle toward a CR-V, Passport or Pilot if I owe more than it is worth?
Yes. Trade-ins with negative equity are accepted at South Pointe Honda, so a car worth less than you owe can still be traded. Our online trade-in offer lets you start before you visit.
Can I buy a CR-V, Passport or Pilot online and have it delivered in Tulsa?
Yes. A new vehicle can be bought online through Acceleride and delivered. We can also deliver new or pre-owned vehicles to the buyer’s driveway.
What does the Passport TrailSport offer that other Passport trims do not?
It matches the other Passport trims on horsepower, torque, towing and seating, at 285 horsepower and 5,000 pounds of towing. The difference is price and fuel economy. The TrailSport starts at $48,650, and its AWD version is rated 18 city, 23 highway and 20 combined, against 19, 25 and 21 for the Passport AWD.
What does Honda’s new-vehicle warranty cover on these three SUVs?
All three carry the same coverage. Honda’s 2026 warranty booklet lists a basic warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The powertrain warranty runs 5 years or 60,000 miles, and corrosion coverage lasts 5 years with no mileage limit.
What taxes and fees will I pay on a new Honda SUV in Oklahoma?
A new vehicle carries a motor vehicle excise tax of 3.25% of its value, plus a sales tax of 1.25% of the price (Oklahoma Statutes, Title 68, 2026). Title and registration fees are a $11.00 vehicle title fee, a $17.00 transfer fee, a $1.50 insurance fee, a $4.00 VIN inspection fee and $96.00 for a standard first-to-fourth-year registration (Service Oklahoma).
Is a certified pre-owned CR-V, Passport or Pilot an option at South Pointe Honda?
Yes. South Pointe Honda carries HondaTrue certified inventory, and every HondaTrue vehicle comes with a downloadable vehicle inspection report. HondaTrue Certified eligibility runs to vehicles up to 6 years old with less than 80,000 miles from their in-service date at the time of sale (American Honda, 2026).
How do I check whether a Pilot or Passport will fit my garage?
Measure your garage door opening and bay depth, then compare them with each model’s figures. The Passport RTL is 73.1 inches tall and 191.5 inches long, and the Pilot Sport 2WD is 71.0 inches tall and 200.1 inches long. The CR-V LX 2WD is 66.2 inches tall and 184.8 inches long, so start with height.
Why Tulsa shoppers buy their Honda SUV at South Pointe Honda
South Pointe Honda is part of Group 1 Automotive, and we sell the CR-V, Passport and Pilot new at 9124 S Memorial Dr, Tulsa, OK 74133. Our Google record, as of October 2026, is 4.6 stars across 6,344 reviews, and 82 in every 100 of them are five-star (Google, 2026).
Customers describe the buying process in their own words. In a September 2026 Google review, Timber W. wrote: “Marquis made buying my new car such a great experience! He was incredibly helpful, patient, and easy to work with throughout the whole process. I never felt pressured, and he made sure all of my questions were answered. I’m absolutely loving my new car and really appreciate how easy he made everything. Definitely ask for Marquis if you’re shopping for a car!”
In a July 2026 Google review, Martin wrote: “Great service. Didn’t try to upsell me and answered all my questions.”
You can start the trade-in, the finance application and the buy-online delivery from home. Choose the model that fits your seating, towing and garage, then come to 9124 S Memorial Dr with your list.
South Pointe Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Tulsa showroom, or call (918) 496-7833.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact South Pointe Honda for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
