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Honda CR-V vs Kia Sportage - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 30200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda CR-V or Kia Sportage?

Honda CR-V

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia Sportage has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the Honda CR-V costs 42800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12609 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Honda CR-V manages with 2.60 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.90 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Honda CR-V performs slightly better – achieving up to 78 km, about 12 km more than the Kia Sportage.

Sportage

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sportage has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 288 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sportage pulls to a small extent stronger with 380 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

CR-V

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Sportage is to a small extent lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1821 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Honda CR-V offers minimal more room – 617 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sportage somewhat takes the win – 580 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Honda CR-V
Kia Sportage

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Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 7.8 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 66 km

Honda CR-V

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.

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Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.

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Honda CR-V
Kia Sportage

Costs and Consumption

Price
42800 - 52100 £
Price
30200 - 47100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
59 - 152 g/km
co2
67 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1821 - 1988 kg
Curb weight
1552 - 1896 kg
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1866 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
439 - 475 kg
Payload
533 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
335 Nm
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Honda CR-V have?

The Honda CR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.