2025 Honda CR-V vs 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

$30,100 · Crossover

$47,990 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant divergence between the 2025 Honda CR-V and the 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is the MSRP, separating by a substantial $17,890, with the Sorento starting at $47,990 versus the CR-V's $30,100. Performance metrics also favor the Sorento, delivering 261 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque compared to the CR-V's 190 hp and 179 lb-ft. Fuel economy remains competitive, though the Sorento offers a 30-mile electric range advantage, netting an overall combined MPG of 33 against the CR-V's 30 MPG. In terms of utility, the CR-V provides superior hauling capability with 39.3 cu ft of cargo space, dwarfing the Sorento’s 12.6 cu ft, despite the Sorento being marginally longer at 189.6 inches versus the CR-V's 184.8 inches. The CR-V operates standard with FWD, whereas the Sorento is equipped with AWD, presenting distinct traction profiles for different drivers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V offers superior standard fuel efficiency at 30 MPG combined and a significantly lower entry price, making it a cheaper daily operator.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid offers three more rows of potential seating and standard AWD capability, enhancing versatility for family transport.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

The Sorento provides a considerable power advantage with 261 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, substantially higher than the CR-V's 190 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda CR-V

The CR-V's $30,100 MSRP offers vastly more usable cargo space (39.3 cu ft) per dollar compared to the Sorento's premium pricing.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

You prioritize a lower initial outlay, with an MSRP of $30,100.
Maximum cargo capacity is essential, as the CR-V provides 39.3 cu ft.
You prefer a simpler, standard front-wheel-drive configuration with a continuously variable automatic transmission.

Choose the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid if...

You require the higher power output of 261 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.
Daily commuting can be covered by the 30-mile electric range, significantly reducing gas usage.
All-wheel drive capability and a potentially higher passenger capacity are necessary for your usage.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda CR-V	Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Length	184.8"	189.6"
Width	73.5"	74.8"
Height	66.2"	66.9"
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	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	261 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	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/34 MPG	33/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	33 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	392.0/476.0 mi.	409.2/421.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	12.4 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	77/71 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	74 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	30 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	45
Charging Time (240V)	—	3.4 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

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	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Kia
Wheel Material	Steel	—
Wheel Cover Type	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	17 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
Wheel Size	—	19 x 7.5 in

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 Plug-In Hybrid.

How significant is the cargo capacity difference between the 2025 CR-V and the 2025 Sorento PHEV?

The difference is substantial: the Honda CR-V offers 39.3 cu ft of cargo capacity. Conversely, the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is rated at only 12.6 cu ft, indicating the CR-V is designed for greater cargo hauling.

Does the Kia Sorento's plug-in capability justify its $17,890 higher starting price over the CR-V?

The Sorento PHEV starts at $47,990 compared to the CR-V's $30,100. Justification depends on utilizing the 30 miles of electric range consistently to offset the upfront cost, alongside needing standard AWD.

Which vehicle offers better raw acceleration capability based on specifications?

The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is significantly quicker, producing 261 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, an increase of 71 hp over the CR-V's 190 hp output.

If I don't have access to charging, how do the traditional fuel economy numbers compare?

If the electric range isn't used, the CR-V maintains 30 MPG combined (28/34 City/Highway), while the Sorento PHEV achieves 33 MPG combined (33/34 City/Highway) using its hybrid system.