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Honda HR-V vs Kia Sorento - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (131 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 46000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or Kia Sorento?

Honda HR-V

5 (2 Reviews)
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Kia Sorento

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

HR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Honda HR-V has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 16278 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.40 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

Sorento

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 Sorento has a significantly edge – offering 252 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.60 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs a bit better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Honda HR-V tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls decisively stronger with 440 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 187 Nm difference.

HR-V

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Honda HR-V is clearly perceptible lighter – 1452 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 402 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more room – 705 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 386 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs distinct better – up to 2100 L, which is about 811 L more than the Honda HR-V.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento clearly perceptible takes the win – 684 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 266 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia Sorento proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sorento is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,000
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 7.2 L
  • Electric Range : 55 km
Honda HR-V
Kia Sorento

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Honda HR-V

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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Honda HR-V
Kia Sorento
HR-V
Sorento

Costs and Consumption

Price
29700 - 35400 £
Price
46000 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.40 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 g/km
co2
37 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1452 kg
Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
Trunk capacity
319 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
4355 mm
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Width
-
Width
1900 mm
Height
1582 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1289 L
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Payload
418 kg
Payload
455 - 684 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 HP
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Torque
253 Nm
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Engine capacity
1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Honda
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Honda HR-V?

The Honda HR-V is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.