One thing, though: It was just a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo. Nearly 25 years later, Honda claims its 2026 Honda Passport — specifically in TrailSport trim — is now the most capable Honda SUV.

However, even this newer version was still just based on the Isuzu Rodeo with minor Honda alterations. Although the reliability wasn't as questionable as the Crossroad/Trooper, the Passport did ...

Before the Pilot arrived for the 2003 model year, Honda’s mid-size SUV was the Passport, which was a clone of the Isuzu Rodeo that filled a gap in Honda’s lineup while it designed its own SUV.