Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. Kia Sportage Hybrid

You’ll find 2-motor hybrid systems under the hood of either SUV. These powertrains generate over 200 horsepower, giving you a rush of excitement every time you step on the gas. Plus, with the inclusion of an electric motor, these SUVs let you experience power and efficiency simultaneously.

Both hybrids handle similarly too. They come with 2-wheel drive and make all-wheel drive available, helping drivers pick a model that works best with their lifestyle. Those in need of comfortable daily driving capabilities will prefer 2-wheel drive. All-wheel drive benefits those who often find themselves beyond the pavement.

The CR-V Hybrid and the Sportage Hybrid have similar inner components, but which one offers the better gas mileage? The Kia starts off strong with an EPA-estimated 38 city/38 highway MPG rating. If you’re looking for even more miles, the Honda CR-V Sport Hybrid trim achieves an EPA-estimated 43 city/36 highway MPG rating!^*

Hybrid vehicles make taking the long way home easy. However, in this hybrid vehicle comparison, it’s clear that the Honda makes traveling for business or for pleasure manageable and sustainable.

Your safety is a top priority in either hybrid. They come with standard safety suites—Honda Sensing® and Kia Drive Wise—that look out for you, other drivers, and pedestrians on the road. Plus, they share a few systems in common, including:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™
• Lane Keeping Assist System
• Forward Collision Warning
• Lane Departure Warning
• Auto High-Beam Headlights

The features above add a protective layer to your commute. Meanwhile, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, which is standard on the Honda and available on the Kia, helps take the edge off long-distance drives.

Everyone has experienced traffic in some shape and form, whether it be work-related rush-hour traffic or congested traffic on the main strip of your go-to beach town. The CR-V Hybrid comes standard with these two features that aid you in these conditions:

• Traffic Jam Assist – Helps maintain proper lane position and can provide minor steering support.
• Traffic Sign Recognition System – Keeps track of posted road signage, like speed limit signs.

The Sportage Hybrid offers a comprehensive safety suite with unique features of its own. However, it goes without similar traffic-based driving aids that would make taking new routes or staying safely within your lane carefree.

Which do you prefer: warm or cold weather? Whichever one you choose, the CR-V Hybrid and the Sportage Hybrid will adapt to your ideal climate! You’ll find standard heated front seats and a dual-zone automatic climate control system on both SUVs, which let you and your copilot adjust your individual climate zones as you see fit.

For those who prefer a sunnier climate, you’ll appreciate the standard one-touch power moonroof on the Honda. With just the push of a button, you can let in the breeze and some sunshine, flooding the cabin with natural light. The Kia offers an available panoramic sunroof on higher trim levels.

When you’re staring down miles of open road, you want to be comfortable. The Honda makes it easy to get into your perfect position with its standard 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 2-way lumbar support! The same feature is offered on higher trims of the Kia, but its base trim has a 6-way manual driver’s seat instead.

If you want to match your cabin to your mood, center console ambient lighting comes standard on the CR-V Hybrid. Go on, fill your chill zone with colors that make you feel good! Sportage Hybrid drivers can also enjoy ambient lighting if they choose a higher trim level.