Mazda CX-70 vs. Honda Passport

The Mazda CX-70 and Honda Passport are Milwaukee’s two top choices for midsize SUVs. Each offers a blend of style, safety, performance, and practicality, appealing to families and adventurers alike. The Russ Darrow team put together some information so you can choose between these two standout options.

These SUVs are known for their dependability, performance, and spacious interiors. However, there are some key differences between the Mazda CX-70 and the Honda Passport that Milwaukee drivers should consider before making a decision. Visit Russ Darrow to see both SUVs and notice the different exterior designs; the Mazda is sleek and sculpted with a bold front grille, sharp LED headlights, and dynamic body lines that give it an athletic and premium look. The Honda offers a more rugged and utilitarian design with squared-off edges, prominent wheel arches, and a robust stance—the Passport appeals to outdoor enthusiasts and those looking for practicality. Jump inside for a test drive and find the interiors of the CX-70 and Passport, which are comfortable with premium elements and leather seating and are roomy for passengers and cargo. However, the Mazda is a bit more upscale. The Mazda has a 12.3-inch full-color infotainment display, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and a premium 12-speaker Bose sound system on most trim levels. In contrast, the Honda comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, and there’s an available 10-speaker premium audio system.

A test drive in the Mazda CX-70 and Honda Passport at Russ Darrow in Milwaukee will also determine which rides, handles, and has the power you want. The CX-70 delivers a dynamic experience that feels more like driving a sports sedan than a midsize SUV. It has a 3.3-liter inline six turbo engine generating 340 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque and a smooth-shifting 8-speed automatic transmission. The engine comes with Mazda’s i-Activ AWD system, ensuring optimal traction and stability in various driving conditions. Better yet, you can tow up to 5,000 lbs with this SUV.  The Passport is powered by a potent 3.5-liter V6 engine that generates 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque paired with a 9-speed automatic tranny. It delivers an engaging driving experience as well. It comes standard with Honda’s Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4) AWD system, which enhances off-road capabilities and provides confidence in challenging weather conditions. While it may not offer the same level of sporty handling as the CX-70, the Passport is designed for reliability and ongoing capability.

Safety is huge, and the Mazda CX-70 and Honda Passport have the technology you need in a daily vehicle. Standard i-Activsense safety technologies include radar cruise control, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, smart brake support, a 360-degree view monitor, and front and rear parking sensors for enhanced driver awareness that come standard in the Mazda CX-70, and the Honda Passport has the Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies. Standard features include collision mitigation braking, road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assistance. The Passport also offers a multi-angle rearview camera and blind-spot information system to aid in safe driving further. Check out the Russ Darrow inventory online or stop by the dealership. We’re ready to help with more information so you can compare the Mazda CX-70 vs the Honda Passport and make the best choice. We offer great deals, incentives, and specials that make shopping for a vehicle fun and flexible financing to make purchasing or leasing stress-free. Check out the Mazda if you like style and road engagement or the Passport if you like spaciousness, practicality, and off-road capability. Both vehicles offer a solid mix of safety, comfort, and performance, so let the Russ Darrow team help you choose today!