2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs 2026 Honda Passport

$38,690 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between hybrid efficiency and raw power is a common crossover headache. The 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid leads on economy, achieving a strong 34 MPG combined, significantly beating the 2026 Honda Passport’s 21 MPG combined. This economy advantage translates to lower running costs, which helps offset the Passport's higher $44,750 MSRP compared to the Sorento Hybrid's starting price of $38,690—a $6,060 initial saving. However, the Passport counters with brute force, boasting 285 hp versus the Sorento’s 227 hp. While the Sorento is more compact at 189.6 inches long, the Passport offers vastly superior utility, providing 44 cu ft of cargo space versus the Kia's small 12.6 cu ft. Your choice hinges on whether maximizing annual fuel savings or maximizing physical space and power output is your top priority for daily driving.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid's 34 MPG combined efficiency makes it the clear winner for daily commuting fuel economy.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport offers significantly more practical space with 44 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Sorento Hybrid's 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport’s superior 285 hp and standard All-Wheel Drive will satisfy drivers seeking better acceleration and capability.

💰 Best Value

2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

With a $6,060 lower MSRP and 13 MPG better fuel economy, the Sorento Hybrid presents a much stronger long-term financial value.

Choose the Kia Sorento Hybrid if...

You prioritize saving money at the pump, leveraging the Sorento Hybrid's 34 MPG combined rating.
You prefer a smaller footprint for easier city navigation, as the Sorento is 1.9 inches shorter in length.
You need the lowest possible upfront cost, with an MSRP that starts $6,060 less than the Passport.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You frequently haul large gear, benefiting from the Passport's massive 44 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You need the extra power output provided by the Passport's 285 hp engine.
You require standard All-Wheel Drive capability combined with a robust 10-speed automatic transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Kia Sorento Hybrid	Honda Passport
Length	189.6"	191.5"
Width	74.8"	79.4"
Height	66.7"	73.1"
Wheelbase	110.8"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Kia	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Third Row 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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Kia	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	1.6 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	hybrid	gas
Horsepower	227 hp	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	258 lb-ft	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Kia	Honda
Transmission Type	6-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Kia	Honda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	34/34 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	34 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	601.8/601.8 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Kia	Honda
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	9
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Stereo Power	—	225W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Kia	Honda
Front Head Room	40.3 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.4 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.1 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	55.6 in.	58.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	4-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Kia	Honda
Rear Head Room	39.1 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.7 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.1 in.	57.4 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Kia	Honda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	19 in	18 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/55R19	265/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Kia	Honda
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How much more cargo space does the Passport offer over the Sorento Hybrid?

The 2026 Honda Passport is significantly larger for cargo, offering 44 cu ft behind the rear seats. The 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid is highly constrained in this area, only providing 12.6 cu ft.

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

Yes, the 2026 Honda Passport has 58 more horsepower (285 hp vs. 227 hp), which will be very noticeable during highway merges and passing maneuvers compared to the Sorento Hybrid.

What is the real-world cost difference given the MPG gap?

The Sorento Hybrid achieves 34 MPG combined, meaning you save considerable fuel costs over the Passport’s 21 MPG combined rating, especially with frequent driving.

Which vehicle is better equipped for snow or light off-roading?

The 2026 Honda Passport comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, making it inherently better suited for slippery conditions than the front-wheel-drive Sorento Hybrid.

Are both vehicles compatible with regular unleaded gasoline?

Fortunately, both the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid and the 2026 Honda Passport specify regular unleaded fuel, avoiding the premium fuel surcharge.

How do the physical sizes compare for parking?

The Kia Sorento Hybrid is slightly more maneuverable, measuring 189.6 inches long, whereas the Passport is wider at 79.4 inches and taller at 73.1 inches.