Honda Passport TrailSport vs Subaru Outback Wilderness: Off-Road Comparison

We took the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness and the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport deep into the California desert for a real-world off-road comparison packed with hill climbs, articulation tests, sand washes, and challenging terrain. After driving both on-road and off-road, we found some surprising differences in ride quality, capability, traction, comfort, and value. The Passport TrailSport impressed us with its spacious interior, smooth ride, and rugged attitude, while the Outback Wilderness shocked us with incredible traction and confidence on loose terrain. Watch to see which crossover came out on top and which one climbed farther than expected. 0:00 Intro 00:45 Passport TrailSport vs Outback Wilderness Setup 02:54 On-Road Driving Impressions 05:42 Inside the Subaru Outback Wilderness 08:38 Driving Impressions Conclusion 09:24 Hill Climb Set Up 10:03 Honda TrailSport Hill Climb 13:34 Subaru Outback Wilderness Hill Climb 18:24 Articulation & Suspension Test Intro 20:46 Deep Sand Wash Challenge 22:26 Final Verdict: Which SUV Wins? MotorTrend is the ultimate destination for gearheads looking for the latest automotive research and news. Find the right car, truck or suv for you. ➡️: https://www.motortrend.com/car-finder Follow MotorTrend for the latest! MotorTrend News: https://www.motortrend.com Facebook: / motortrend Instagram: / motortrend Twitter(X): / motortrend TikTok: / motortrend MotorTrend preferred music partner: Universal Production Music MotorTrend is a fully owned subsidiary of Hearst Communications Inc.