Honda Passport Isuzu Era (1995-2002)

Honda's first US SUV — a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo built by Subaru-Isuzu Automotive (SIA) in Lafayette, Indiana. 1st gen (1994-1997) — sold as 1994 model from late 1993. 2.6L Isuzu I4 (120 hp / 150 lb-ft) on DX trim with 5-speed manual, RWD standard. 3.2L Isuzu V6 6VD1 (175 hp / 188 lb-ft) on LX/EX with 4-speed automatic, optional 4WD with low-range. Body-on-frame construction. Some early Passports used GM-built rear axle (GM-Isuzu joint manufacturing). Trims: DX (base, manual, RWD), LX (V6, optional 4WD, automatic), EX (V6, 4WD, auto, leather). 2nd gen (1998-2002) — refreshed bodywork following Isuzu Rodeo facelift. 3.2L Isuzu V6 6VE1 (205 hp / 214 lb-ft) standard, 4-speed automatic. RWD or 4WD with low-range. Better interior plastics, dual airbags standard. Discontinued 2002 when Isuzu exited US passenger car market — Honda's SUV gap was filled by the launch of the all-new Pilot (2003) which used a Honda-engineered platform. Now firmly affordable used and a budget body-on-frame option for buyers wanting Isuzu durability with Honda warranty/dealer access. Now over 20 years old and uncommon in the used market — most have rusted out or been retired.