2025 Honda Passport vs 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

$42,400 · Crossover

$38,890 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the rugged utility of the 2025 Honda Passport and the exceptional economy of the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid presents a classic dilemma: do you prioritize power or pennies saved at the pump? The Passport, starting at $42,400, boasts a hefty 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, clearly aiming for traditional SUV muscle. However, its combined fuel economy sits at just 21 MPG. Conversely, the Sorento Hybrid undercuts the Honda by $3,510 with an MSRP of $38,890, delivering a segment-leading 37 combined MPG—a massive 16 MPG difference that adds up quickly over a year of driving. While the Kia trades 53 horsepower for efficiency, its slightly longer frame at 189.6 inches offers a different utility profile compared to the Passport's bulkier 189.1-inch footprint and superior 50.5 cu ft of cargo space.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid wins for commuters due to its outstanding 37 combined MPG, drastically lowering fuel costs.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The 2025 Honda Passport offers significantly more utility with 50.5 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Kia's 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport provides superior acceleration hardware with 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, making it the driver's choice.

💰 Best Value

2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The Sorento Hybrid is the better value proposition, priced $3,510 less and offering vastly superior fuel efficiency.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You frequently carry large items, as the Passport offers a massive 50.5 cu ft of standard cargo capacity.
You need more immediate power, benefiting from the 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque provided by its engine.
You require standard All-Wheel Drive capability right out of the base model.

Choose the Kia Sorento Hybrid if...

Minimizing fuel stops is crucial, given the Sorento Hybrid’s segment-leading 37 combined MPG.
You want to save money upfront, as the Sorento Hybrid has a $3,510 lower starting MSRP.
Your driving is primarily stop-and-go city commuting, where its 37 MPG city rating shines.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Kia Sorento Hybrid
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	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	227 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	258 lb-ft
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	6-speed shiftable 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	37/36 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	37 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	654.9/637.2 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	—	✓
Dual 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	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	4-way	8-way
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Kia
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.6 in.	40.7 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	✓	✓
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Kia
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/45R	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.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 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 Passport and 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

How much more fuel-efficient is the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid than the 2025 Honda Passport?

The difference in efficiency is substantial; the Sorento Hybrid achieves 37 combined MPG, while the Passport is rated at only 21 combined MPG. This 16 MPG advantage means the Kia will cost considerably less to run annually.

Which vehicle offers better interior space for hauling gear?

The 2025 Honda Passport is the clear winner for cargo, providing 50.5 cubic feet of space. The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid is severely limited in comparison, offering only 12.6 cubic feet behind the second row.

Is the power difference between these two crossovers noticeable in everyday driving?

Yes, the Honda Passport has a 53 hp advantage, putting out 280 hp versus the Sorento Hybrid's 227 hp. If you frequently merge onto highways or tow, the Passport's extra power will be readily apparent.

What is the price difference between the base models of these two cars?

The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid starts at $38,890, making it $3,510 cheaper than the 2025 Honda Passport, which begins at $42,400.

Do these cars require premium gasoline?

Fortunately, neither vehicle demands premium fuel for their standard operation. Both the 2025 Honda Passport and the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid are designed to run on regular unleaded gasoline.

Which car has a size advantage for navigating tight city streets?

While similar in length (189.6 inches for Kia vs. 189.1 for Honda), the Sorento Hybrid is narrower at 74.8 inches compared to the Passport's 78.6 inches, making the Kia potentially easier to maneuver in dense traffic.