The Honda CR-V has been a strong entry in the crossover SUV class for a long time. During its run at top of the segment, many competitors have come and gone. Rivalries have only become more fierce as hybrid variants have entered the game. A comparison of the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid will be likely be very helpful to people in the sales process trying to make the best decision for their family. Let’s take a closer look at some helpful information.
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2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid |
2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid |
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| Performance |
204 hp |
177 hp |
| Fuel Economy (L/100 km) |
6.0 city / 6.9 hwy. |
6.1 city / 6.3 hwy. |
| Max. Cargo Space (L) |
2,030 |
2,098 |
| All-Wheel Drive |
Standard |
Standard |
Performance & Efficiency
Exciting Performance
While both the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid and Kia Sportage Hybrid are built with a focus on efficiency, our manufacturing partner gave its hybrid SUV powerful powertrain. The current CR-V Hybrid will make 204 horsepower, far outpacing the Sportage Hybrid’s 177 horsepower.
Fuel Economy
Even with a nearly 30-horsepower advantage over the Sportage Hybrid, the CR-V Hybrid is able to almost match its fuel economy scores. The two SUVs are separate by a few tenths of a liter per 100 km, or less, in the city and on the highway.
Interior Space
Passenger Comfort
On the most basic level, the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid and 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid well-matched in terms of passenger comfort. Both have two rows of seats and each hybrid SUV has nearly equal dimensions for front and rear legroom, among other comfort-focused figures.
Cargo Volume
Flexibility is really one of the most important aspects of any SUV platform. It must be able to meet the changing needs of its owner. Both the current CR-V Hybrid and Sportage Hybrid have spacious cargo bays and folding rear seats for accommodating items.
Technology
Connectivity
Both SUVs employ large touchscreens for their respective infotainment systems. While both offer access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, only the CR-V Hybrid makes wireless access to those software suites available. Wireless phone charging is also standard in the Honda hybrid SUV.
Safety Systems
Just about every automaker has a proprietary suite of active safety systems. That is true of Both Honda and Kia. The 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid is equipped with Honda Sensing® and makes a broad list of sensors available, including:
- Adaptable Cruise Control
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Warning
- Road Departure Mitigation
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Cross Traffic Monitor
The 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid is nothing short of a game-changing SUV platform. Make an appointment with a Cambridge Centre Honda product expert today if you would like to learn more about the latest CR-V Hybrid or schedule a test drive. If you decide to take one home, don’t forget to stop by the service department and schedule its first oil change.
