2026 Honda Passport vs 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

$44,750 · Crossover

$48,290 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical difference between the 2026 Honda Passport and the 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) is the 12 MPG advantage held by the Kia, achieving 33 combined MPG compared to the Passport's 21 combined MPG. This efficiency gap is crucial, even though the Passport offers 24 more horsepower (285 hp vs. 261 hp) and slightly more torque (262 lb-ft vs. 258 lb-ft). The Passport has a $3,540 lower MSRP at $44,750, but the Sorento PHEV’s electric-only range of 30 miles provides substantial fuel savings for shorter trips. Dimensionally, the Passport is notably larger, standing 73.1 inches tall and offering 44 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the Sorento’s 66.9-inch height and 12.6 cu ft of space, highlighting distinct priorities in utility and footprint between these two AWD crossovers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

The Sorento PHEV wins due to its 30-mile electric range and superior 33 combined MPG rating, drastically cutting running costs for typical commuting distances.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The Honda Passport offers significantly more traditional utility, boasting 44 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Sorento's 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport provides greater output with 285 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, along with a more robust 10-speed automatic transmission.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda Passport

Despite lower fuel economy, the Passport's $44,750 MSRP undercuts the Sorento PHEV by $3,540 while providing superior raw power and cargo metrics.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You require maximum cargo volume, as the Passport provides 44 cu ft.
Your driving style favors maximum horsepower, delivering 285 hp.
You prioritize a lower initial purchase price, with an MSRP of $44,750.

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

Reducing fuel consumption is paramount, benefiting from 33 combined MPG.
Your daily driving frequently falls within the 30-mile all-electric range.
You prefer a smaller external footprint, with the Sorento being nearly 4.6 inches narrower than the Passport.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Passport	Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Length	191.5"	189.6"
Width	79.4"	74.8"
Height	73.1"	66.9"
Wheelbase	113.6"	110.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Kia
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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

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	285 hp @ 6100 rpm	261 hp
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm	258 lb-ft
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

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

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/25 MPG	33/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	33 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/462.5 mi.	409.2/421.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 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	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

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

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Kia
Front Head Room	40.5 in.	40.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.1 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	59.1 in.
Front Hip Room	58.3 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	✓	—
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	40.7 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.9 in.	40.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.7 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.4 in.	55.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Kia
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/60R	235/55R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
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 2026 Honda Passport and 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid.

How much cargo space difference is there between the 2026 Passport and the Sorento PHEV?

The difference is substantial; the 2026 Honda Passport offers 44 cu ft of cargo capacity. In contrast, the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV is severely restricted in this area, offering only 12.6 cu ft.

Which vehicle is more powerful based on engine specifications?

The 2026 Honda Passport leads in raw output, generating 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. The Kia Sorento PHEV produces slightly less power at 261 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

What is the price disparity between the two AWD crossovers?

The 2026 Honda Passport starts at an MSRP of $44,750, which is $3,540 less expensive than the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV priced at $48,290.

How does the hybrid system in the Kia affect its commuting capabilities?

The Sorento PHEV provides an electric-only range of 30 miles, allowing many daily commutes to be completed without using gasoline. This contributes heavily to its overall combined MPG rating of 33.

Are the driving dynamics significantly different due to transmission tuning?

Yes, the Passport utilizes a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission, suggesting smoother, higher-geared highway cruising potential, while the Sorento PHEV uses a 6-speed shiftable automatic designed to manage the hybrid powertrain.

Which car is physically larger?

The 2026 Honda Passport is the larger vehicle overall; it is 191.5 inches long and stands 73.1 inches high. The Sorento PHEV is shorter in length (189.6 inches) and significantly shorter in height (66.9 inches).