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Kia Sportage vs Honda CR-V comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (30,200 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Honda CR-V?

Kia Sportage vs Honda CR-V: Key differences

Kia Sportage

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

Honda CR-V

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Sportage is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,200 £ , while the Honda CR-V costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,609 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda CR-V uses 2.6 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Honda CR-V offers a bit more range – reaching up to 78 km, about 12 km more than the Kia Sportage.

CR-V

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sportage offers markedly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Honda CR-V takes 9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers somewhat more torque with 380 Nm compared to 335 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm more.

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is moderately lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,821 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda CR-V offers marginally more boot space – 617 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries somewhat more – 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 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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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/100km
  • Electric Range : 63 - 66 km
Kia Sportage
Honda CR-V

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Sportage

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

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
Honda CR-V

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
Price
42,800 - 52,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
78 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
59 - 152 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
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
1,821 - 1,988 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,866 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
439 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
335 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Honda
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