Hey Scotty,
I've heard your recommendations on staying away from small displacement twin turbos on larger vehicles (Bronco). I also believe you are not fond of GDI injection (Carbon build-up).
Still don't have a build Date, Reserved July 19th, 2020! Waiting on a Wild Trak
I'm thinking of getting practical and switching to a naturally aspirated V6. That said, what are your thoughts on the 3.5ltr. V6 in the 2021-2022 Honda Passports?
Thanks, Miller Mark
You will be alot better off with the Honda.
Honda PAssport is a much better car than the Bronco, BUT...
Because it has the same powertrain from the Pilot I would be a little skeptical about that transmission since Honda didn't exactly do a good job with the programming, so make sure you road test one, if you like the way it shifts, go ahead and buy one.
Otherwise, a Toyota 4runner is a good alternative and it's just as capable as the Bronco.
If you are looking for a Bronco alternative, the 4Runner is probably the closet thing I would recommend, like what was mentioned above.
The Pilot is fine, but IMHO, it is a different category and different target market. A Pilot is more comparable to a Highlander, which is a fine choice as well.
It really depends what you need. More off road than road: 4Runner.
More city and highway than off-road: Pilot, Passport, or Highlander.
I am impressed and actually like the Bronco. I think it actually beats the 4Runner and the Wrangler in terms of off road capability. But I’d still get a 4Runner because I don’t trust the projected reliability of the other two.
My 2021 Ridgeline has the 3.5L V6 and it is plenty quick and for the first 17k miles has been 100% absolutely flawless. My first two Honda vehicles (other is a 2020 Accord 2.0T Sport) have really impressed me as far as reliability goes.
Which Bronco do you have?
Still don't have a build Date, Reserved July 19th, 2020! Waiting on a Wild Trak.
Honda Passports are way better than an underpowered Bronco. Just keep in mind that they have cylinder deactivation. Also, you need a oil catch can to prevent carbon buildup.
I owned a 2016 Honda Pilot Touring - a vehicle that shares a lot of components with the Passport. Both are built in Lincoln Alabama. The Pilot was an okay vehicle however it had several unusual issues over the five years I owned it. The electrical system was a bit wonky to the point whereas we didn't feel safe in it anymore as the vehicle would literally shut itself off while driving down the highway. I found the build quality to be underwhelming too - loose trim, leaky sunroof, water in the liftgate, etc. Didn't have any issues with the powertrain though - the 9 speed tranny was a bit of a concern back then.
I too think a Toyota 4Runner is more of a comparable unit and a significant upgrade to either vehicle.
Still don't have a build Date, Reserved July 19th, 2020! Waiting on a Wild Trak.
I don’t know about you, but I’d be livid if I had to wait indefinitely, just for a car..!
