2023 Kia Sportage vs. 2023 Honda CR-V
2023 Kia Sportage vs. 2023 Honda CR-V
Overview
The Kia Sportage offers a balanced ride, a massive suite of advanced technology, and loads of performance and comfort. How does it stand up against its near competitor, the Honda CR-V? Let's put the 2023 Kia Sportage against the 2023 Honda CR-V and find out.
Engine Lineup
The 2023 Kia Sportage offers three engines: a 187-horsepower 2.5-liter inline-four, a 226-horsepower hybrid, and a 261-horsepower plug-in hybrid. The Honda CR-V, on the other hand, has only two engines: a 1.5-liter inline-four at 190 horsepower and a 204-horsepower hybrid. Honda does not offer a plug-in hybrid model. Kia wins the battle in terms of engine options and power.
Passenger Space
Both the Kia Sportage and Honda CR-V are two-row small SUVs that seat five, but the Kia offers more space for passengers. It gets 41.4 inches of legroom up front and 41.3 inches of legroom in the back. The Honda, by comparison, has 41.3 inches of legroom up front and 41 inches in the rear. The numbers are close, but Kia wins out.
Impressive Kia Features
The Kia Sportage offers a range of impressive features including 8.3 inches of ground clearance on all-wheel-drive models, plus multi-terrain modes and high roof rails to support active lifestyles. The Kia also offers best-in-class cargo space behind the third row of 39.6 cubic feet, which can be expanded with the remote-fold second-row seats down. Honda, by comparison, has only 39.3 cubic feet of space behind the third row.
In the end, the 2023 Kia Sportage beats out the Honda CR-V in power, passenger space, and cargo space.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.