2025 Honda CR-V vs 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

$30,100 · Crossover

$38,690 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The primary numerical divergence between the 2025 Honda CR-V and the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid is the $8,590 MSRP difference, with the CR-V starting at $30,100 versus the Sorento Hybrid's $38,690. This price disparity is reflected in performance metrics; the Sorento Hybrid delivers 227 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, significantly outpacing the CR-V's 190 hp and 179 lb-ft. Fuel economy is another key area, where the Sorento Hybrid achieves 34 combined MPG compared to the CR-V's 30 combined MPG. Size-wise, the Sorento Hybrid is longer at 189.6 inches versus 184.8 inches, although the CR-V offers vastly superior utility with 39.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity against the Sorento Hybrid's 12.6 cubic feet. Ultimately, choosing depends on prioritizing substantial upfront savings versus higher hybrid efficiency and power output.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda CR-V

The 2025 Honda CR-V wins for commuters due to its $8,590 lower starting MSRP and marginally better highway MPG rating of 34 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda CR-V

Despite having lower power, the CR-V offers significantly better utility with 39.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Sorento Hybrid's 12.6 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid appeals more to driving enthusiasts with 37 more horsepower (227 hp) and 79 lb-ft more torque (258 lb-ft).

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda CR-V

The CR-V presents better immediate value, costing $8,590 less while providing excellent utility and acceptable efficiency.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Budget constraints dictate a starting MSRP under $31,000.
Maximum cargo space is a priority, as 39.3 cu ft significantly exceeds the competitor's offering.
A lower initial cost is preferred over the 4 MPG combined efficiency gain offered by Car 2.

Choose the Kia Sorento Hybrid if...

Maximizing hybrid fuel economy with a consistent 34 MPG city/highway rating is crucial.
Superior powertrain performance, featuring 227 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, is desired.
A larger physical footprint, evidenced by its 189.6-inch length, is necessary.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda CR-V	Kia Sorento Hybrid
Length	184.8"	189.6"
Width	73.5"	74.8"
Height	66.2"	66.7"
Wheelbase	106.3"	110.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Kia
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	227 hp
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	258 lb-ft
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Kia
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/34 MPG	34/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	34 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	392.0/476.0 mi.	601.8/601.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Kia
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Kia
Infotainment Display	7.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	160W	—
Speaker System	4	6
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Kia
One-Touch Power Windows	2	1
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Kia
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	40.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	59.1 in.
Front Hip Room	55.6 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Kia
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.0 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.6 in.	55.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Kia
Wheel Material	Steel	—
Wheel Cover Type	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	17 in	19 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/65R	235/55R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Honda	Kia
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Kia
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda CR-V and 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

What is the main trade-off when comparing the 2025 CR-V and the 2025 Sorento Hybrid?

The main trade-off involves price versus efficiency and power. The CR-V saves $8,590 upfront but yields 4 fewer combined MPG and produces 190 hp, while the Sorento Hybrid demands a higher initial investment for 227 hp and 34 combined MPG.

Which vehicle is better for hauling gear based on specifications?

The 2025 Honda CR-V is vastly superior for cargo hauling, providing 39.3 cubic feet of space compared to the Sorento Hybrid's 12.6 cubic feet.

How do the transmissions affect the driving experience?

The CR-V utilizes a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission (CVT) for potentially smoother efficiency gains, whereas the Sorento Hybrid features a 6-speed shiftable automatic, offering more direct driver engagement.

Does the Sorento Hybrid’s higher horsepower translate to better daily driving efficiency?

While the Sorento Hybrid has significantly more power (227 hp vs 190 hp), its combined MPG of 34 is only marginally better than the CR-V’s 30 combined MPG, suggesting the higher power output doesn't result in drastically lower efficiency for standard use.