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Kia Sportage vs Honda HR-V comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (30,200 £ vs 29,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Honda HR-V?
Kia Sportage vs Honda HR-V: Key differences
Honda HR-V
4 (9 Reviews)
Overall, owners tend to find the Honda HR‑V a practical, reliable and economical compact SUV that’s easy to live with in town and for family duties, offering predictable handling and a comfortable ride. Common positives include good fuel economy, roomy/intuive packaging and reassuring manners; common negatives some owners mention are noticeable noise under brisk acceleration or low‑speed maneuvers and a tendency to feel underpowered on sustained highway runs. So while feedback is broadly favorable for city and everyday use, opinions are more mixed on long‑distance refinement — worth a motorway run during your test drive if that’s your regular terrain.
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Sportage
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.
Honda HR-V is only slightly cheaper – starting at 29,700 £ , while the Kia Sportage costs 30,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 420 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.
HR-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 substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sportage is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sportage delivers clearly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 127 Nm more.
Sportage
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 terms of curb weight, Honda HR-V is only slightly lighter – 1,452 kg compared to 1,552 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers substantially more boot space – 587 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries markedly more – 580 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 162 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia Sportage is clearly superior overall 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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Kia Sportage
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Honda HR-V
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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 HR-V
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 Sportage
Honda HR-V
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,200 - 47,100 £
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Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 66 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
67 - 177 g/km
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co2
122 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
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Curb weight
1,452 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
319 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
-
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
533 - 580 kg
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Payload
418 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
131 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
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Torque
253 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
96 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Honda
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