2025 Honda Passport vs 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

$42,400 · Crossover

$48,290 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda Passport charges into the midsize crossover segment with rugged, straightforward capability, boasting 280 horsepower from its standard V6 engine and standard All-Wheel Drive, appealing to those who prioritize proven power and straightforward utility. In contrast, the 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid introduces electrified efficiency, combining 261 horsepower with a remarkable 33 MPG combined rating and a crucial 30-mile electric range, though it comes with a higher initial outlay of $48,290 compared to the Passport's $42,400 MSRP. The Passport offers significantly more brute-force hauling, evidenced by its massive 50.5 cu ft cargo capacity against the Sorento's 12.6 cu ft, while the Sorento pulls ahead dramatically in running costs with a 12 MPG efficiency advantage. This comparison pits raw, conventional muscle against smart, modern hybrid engineering in a tight footprint (both near 189 inches long).

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

The Sorento Plug-In Hybrid offers superior fuel economy, achieving 33 MPG combined and covering 30 miles purely on electricity for typical stop-and-go driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport provides vastly superior practical space, offering 50.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Sorento's restrictive 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport delivers more raw power with 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, ensuring a more energetic conventional driving feel.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda Passport

The Passport starts $5,890 cheaper and provides more utility volume, making it the better entry-level proposition for immediate capacity.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You demand maximum cargo hauling potential, as the Passport offers a massive 50.5 cu ft of space.
You prefer the responsiveness and sound of a V6 engine producing 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.
You need the lower entry cost, starting at an MSRP of $42,400.

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

Reducing fuel consumption is paramount, highlighted by the 33 MPG combined rating.
Your daily commute is under 30 miles, allowing for near-daily electric-only driving.
You desire a slightly narrower body (74.8 inches width) and a lower stance (66.9 inches height) for urban maneuvering.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Length	189.1"	189.6"
Width	78.6"	74.8"
Height	72.2"	66.9"
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	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	261 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	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	33/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	33 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	370.5/468.0 mi.	409.2/421.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 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	✓	✓
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	—	✓
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.	40.3 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	✓	✓
Manual 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 Plug-In Hybrid.

How does the horsepower difference impact daily driving between the two models?

The 2025 Honda Passport boasts 280 hp, giving it a measurable edge over the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV's 261 hp, which might translate to slightly quicker passing ability when operating solely on gasoline power.

Is the $5,890 price difference worth the Sorento's plug-in capability?

That price difference is substantial; however, if your driving habits align with the Sorento's 30-mile electric range, those fuel savings could offset the upfront cost over several years compared to the Passport's 21 MPG combined rating.

Which crossover offers better outright hauling capability for gear?

The Passport is the clear winner here, offering 50.5 cu ft of cargo space, whereas the Sorento PHEV severely limits utility with only 12.6 cu ft behind the second row.

Do both vehicles use the same fuel type?

Yes, both the 2025 Honda Passport and the 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid utilize regular unleaded fuel, simplifying refueling choices despite their different propulsion systems.

How does the transmission technology differ?

The Passport utilizes a more modern 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, aiming for smoother shifts, while the Sorento PHEV uses a 6-speed automatic transmission, optimized to manage the hybrid powertrain.

How closely matched are the overall exterior dimensions?

They occupy nearly identical lengths, with the Sorento at 189.6 inches versus the Passport's 189.1 inches; however, the Passport is significantly wider (78.6 inches vs. 74.8 inches) and taller (72.2 inches vs. 66.9 inches).