2025 Honda Passport vs 2026 Kia Sorento

$42,400 · Crossover

$32,190 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda Passport blasts onto the scene with 280 horsepower, promising raw, athletic capability perfect for adventurous drivers. Conversely, the 2026 Kia Sorento captivates with its focus on efficiency and affordability, starting at a sharply lower MSRP of $32,190. The Passport asserts dominance in performance, boasting 262 lb-ft of torque compared to the Sorento's 181 lb-ft, while both vehicles share a similar overall length of approximately 189 inches. However, the Sorento pulls ahead significantly in economy, delivering a Combined MPG of 26 versus the Passport’s 21, a major factor given their shared regular unleaded fuel requirement. Furthermore, the $10,210 initial cost saving for the Sorento makes it highly appealing, even if the Passport offers superior maximum utility with 50.5 cu ft of cargo space versus the Sorento's 12.6 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Kia Sorento

The 2026 Kia Sorento wins for daily commuting due to its superior fuel economy of 26 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The 2025 Honda Passport is better suited for families needing maximum utility, offering 50.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

Enthusiasts will favor the Passport’s substantially higher power output of 280 horsepower and standard all-wheel drive.

💰 Best Value

2026 Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento presents superior value by saving buyers $10,210 upfront compared to the starting price of the Passport.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You demand energetic acceleration and towing capability derived from its 280 hp engine.
You regularly haul large gear, benefiting from the substantial 50.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You need the assured traction provided by its standard all-wheel drive system.

Choose the Kia Sorento if...

Your primary goal is minimizing trips to the pump, thanks to its 31 highway MPG rating.
You are cross-shopping based purely on initial purchase price, saving $10,210.
You prefer a narrower vehicle, as the Sorento is 3.8 inches less wide at 74.8 inches.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Kia Sorento
Length	189.1"	189.6"
Width	78.6"	74.8"
Height	72.2"	66.7"
Wheelbase	110.9"	110.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Kia
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front 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	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Kia
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	23/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	407.1/548.7 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Kia
Infotainment Display	8.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	215W	—
Speaker System	7	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Kia
One-Touch Power Windows	2	1
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Kia
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	40.3 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	59.1 in.
Front Hip Room	59.1 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Kia
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.6 in.	41.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.3 in.	55.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Kia
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R	235/65R17
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Size	—	17 x 7.0 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.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Passport and 2026 Kia Sorento.

How much more powerful is the 2025 Honda Passport than the 2026 Kia Sorento?

The Honda Passport delivers significantly more performance with 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. This provides an 89 horsepower advantage over the Kia Sorento's 191 horsepower rating.

Is the price difference between these two crossovers substantial?

Yes, there is a significant cost disparity; the 2025 Honda Passport starts at $42,400 MSRP, which is $10,210 more than the 2026 Kia Sorento's $32,190 starting MSRP.

Which crossover is more efficient for long highway commutes?

The Kia Sorento is the clear winner for fuel economy, achieving an estimated 31 highway MPG compared to the Passport’s 24 highway MPG rating.

Does the Honda Passport offer significantly more storage volume?

The Passport does offer considerably more utility, boasting 50.5 cu ft of cargo space with the seats up or down, dwarfing the Sorento’s 12.6 cu ft capacity.

What is the key drivetrain difference between the two models?

The 2025 Honda Passport comes standard with an all-wheel drive system paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission, whereas the 2026 Kia Sorento features front-wheel drive paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Are the exterior dimensions very different, affecting garage fit?

The two vehicles are nearly identical in length (189.6 inches for Sorento vs 189.1 inches for Passport), but the Passport is notably taller at 72.2 inches versus the Sorento's 66.7 inches.