New 2026 Honda Shuttle Pictures, Engine, Release Date – The New 2026 Honda Shuttle is the midsize pickup for those who play hard but don’t necessarily need their trucks to work hard. It drives like a car, has room for five, and can be configured to haul cargo in a number of innovative ways. Available in three trims, including the new Trailsport tested here, the essentials are identical across the lineup. That means the same engine, transmission, and towing and hauling capacities, as well as the same crew cab body style with a five-foot bed at the back. New 2026 Honda Shuttle Pictures
New 2026 Honda Shuttle Redesign and Update Plan
Exterior and Interior
Many pickup trucks are a chore to drive on a daily basis. The Shuttle, however, is a delight because it feels more like a car or a crossover from behind the wheel. Lower to the ground than many trucks, it’s also easy to get into and out of, and it’s easy to manoeuvre. While the rear seats are comfortable, they’re not great for longer trips because the backrests are too vertical for optimum ergonomics. New 2026 Honda Shuttle Pictures
The electronics worked flawlessly during this test, all the instruments are organized logically, and all displays are easy to understand. One minor problem is that the audio system doesn’t allow you to store over-the-air and satellite radio stations to be saved as favourites, which means you have to manually change from one source to another before scrolling through ones that have been stored.
New 2026 Honda Shuttle Specs
Honda has equipped all the trims – Sport, Trailsport, and Black Edition – with a long list of standard features including wireless AppleCarPlay and Android Auto connections, a nine-inch touchscreen, a heated steering wheel and front seats, wireless smartphone charging, tri-zone climate control, and more.
Only the Trailsport and Black Edition trims come with an acoustically-insulated windshield that reduces noise inside the cabin, as well as an auto-dimming rearview mirror, front and rear parking sensors, driver’s seat and mirror position memory settings, heated rear seats, and subscription-based satellite radio. The Trailsport trim stands out in that it’s the only trim with all-terrain tires from the factory, as well as an off-road-tuned suspension. The Black Edition is the only trim with a 400-watt power outlet in the bed and ventilated front seats.
Engine and Performance
Only one powertrain is available, which means all trims get the same 3.5L V6 engine, nine-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive system. The V6 pumps out 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, both of which are plenty for day-to-day driving, both on city streets and the highway. The engine is smooth and responsive, and the transmission is buttery smooth.
The Shuttle gets top marks for driving feel simply because it handles like a crossover and not like a truck. The Shuttle has a coil-sprung independent rear suspension, which results in what can best be described as a more car-like driving experience. All trims come with Honda’s intelligent traction management system with four settings (normal, snow, sand, and mud) for added peace of mind in tricky conditions. New 2026 Honda Shuttle Pictures
New 2026 Honda Shuttle Fuel Economy
According to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), the Shuttle is rated at 12.8 L/100 km in the city, 9.9 on the highway, and 11.5 combined. We managed to match that city number in combined conditions during this test. New 2026 Honda Shuttle Pictures
Many of the Shuttle’s competitors have similar fuel economy numbers. For example, the redesigned Ford Ranger is good for 11.0 or 11.5 combined, depending on which engine is under the hood, while the new Toyota Tacoma is rated for 11.2 with a comparable setup, according to NRCan. (There’s also a hybrid version that’s rated for 10.3 L/100 km combined.)
New 2026 Honda Shuttle Safety Features
Regardless of trim, every Shuttle comes with the same extensive safety package, which includes both passive and active safety systems, as well as an array of advanced driver-assistance technologies. From multiple airbags to blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic braking, and much more, the Shuttle is well equipped. New 2026 Honda Shuttle Pictures
New 2026 Honda Shuttle Price and Release Date
The New 2026 Shuttle starts at $51,990 (including a $2,000 freight charge), while the Trailsport trim is $55,990 before tax. Finally, the top-of-the-line Black Edition is priced at $58,990. That’s pricier than both the Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado that was also recently redesigned, and comparable to the Tacoma. Easy to drive, comfortable, and versatile, the New 2026 Honda Shuttle is well-equipped, packed with safety features, and ready to play hard. While it can’t handle heavy-duty workloads, it can tow and haul enough to meet the needs of most honest pickup owners. New 2026 Honda Shuttle Pictures