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Honda CR-V vs Kia Sportage

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Honda CR-V

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2027 Kia Sportage

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Overview

SpecHonda CR-VLXKia SportageLX
Selected trimLXLX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecHonda CR-VLXKia SportageLX
MSRP$31,520$28,990 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,972 (best)—
Median listing price$35,565 (best)—
Highest listing price$38,927 (best)—
For sale now21 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda CR-VLXKia SportageLX
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)25 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG33 MPG
Fuel tank14 gal14.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda CR-VLXKia SportageLX
Horsepower190 hp (best)187 hp
Torque179 lb-ft (best)178 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda CR-VLXKia SportageLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume76.5 cu ft (best)74.1 cu ft
Towing capacity1,500 lbs2,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,472 lbs3,434 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.8 in (best)7.1 in
Wheelbase106.3 in108.5 in (best)
Length184.8 in (best)184.4 in
Width73.5 in (best)73.4 in
Height66.2 in (best)65.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda CR-VLXKia SportageLX
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda CR-VKia Sportage
1

LX

$31,520 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$28,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$33,020 MSRP

LX

$30,790 MSRP

3

EX

$33,550 MSRP

LX

$30,590 MSRP

4

EX

$35,050 MSRP

EX

$30,790 MSRP

5

EX-L

$35,800 MSRP

EX

$32,590 MSRP

6

EX-L

$37,300 MSRP

S

$31,290 MSRP

7

Sport Hybrid

$36,030 MSRP

S

$32,890 MSRP

8

Sport Hybrid

$37,530 MSRP

EX

$32,290 MSRP

9

Sport-L Hybrid

$39,125 MSRP

EX

$33,890 MSRP

10

Sport-L Hybrid

$40,625 MSRP

SX

$34,590 MSRP

11

TrailSport Hybrid

$39,200 MSRP

X-Line

$34,790 MSRP

12

Sport Touring Hybrid

$42,950 MSRP

X-Line

$35,790 MSRP

13—

X-Line

$40,590 MSRP

14—

SX-Prestige

$36,590 MSRP

15—

SX-Prestige

$38,390 MSRP

16—

SX-Prestige

$40,690 MSRP

17—

X-Pro Prestige

$39,890 MSRP

18—

X-Line Prestige

$47,390 MSRP

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Honda CR-V vs Kia Sportage FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2027 Kia Sportage?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Honda CR-V vs 2027 Kia Sportage on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2027 Kia Sportage?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Sportage starts lower at $28,990. Live Honda CR-V listings start at $12,972.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,500).