Every engine, transmission, drivetrain and fuel economy combination the EPA certified for the 1997 Passport. 5 configurations listed, with city, highway and combined mpg, annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂ for each one.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | L/100km | Fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L I6 | 4-speed automatic 2MODE CLKUP | RWD | 14 | 17 | 15 | 15.7 | $4,450 | 592 | Regular Gasoline |
| 3.2L I6 | 4-speed automatic 2MODE CLKUP | AWD | 14 | 17 | 15 | 15.7 | $4,450 | 592 | Regular Gasoline |
| 3.2L I6 | 5-speed manual SIL | RWD | 15 | 17 | 16 | 14.7 | $4,200 | 555 | Regular Gasoline |
| 3.2L I6 | 5-speed manual SIL | AWD | 15 | 17 | 16 | 14.7 | $4,200 | 555 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2.6L I4 | 5-speed manual SIL | RWD | 17 | 20 | 18 | 13.1 | $3,700 | 494 | Regular Gasoline |
mpg figures are the EPA window-sticker values in US gallons. The L/100km column is the same figure converted for metric readers. CO₂ is tailpipe only and excludes fuel production.
| Engine 1 | 2.6L I4 (Regular Gasoline) |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 | 3.2L V6 (Regular Gasoline) |
| Engine technology | 2MODE CLKUP, SIL |
|---|
| Drivetrain | AWD, RWD |
|---|---|
| Vehicle class | Special Purpose Vehicles |
| Fuel types | Regular Gasoline |
| Best combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100km) |
|---|---|
| Worst combined | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100km) |
| Spread | 15–18 mpg combined across configurations |
| Annual fuel cost (best) | $3,700 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (best config) | 494 g/mile |
|---|---|
| Tailpipe CO₂ range | 494 – 592 g/mile across all configurations |
| 5-year fuel cost vs average new vehicle | $6,500 more |
Dimensions, curb weight, interior volume, oil capacity and torque specifications require official Honda documentation that we have not yet verified for this model year. They will be added once sourced.