2020 Kia Sportage vs. 2020 Honda CR-V

• Kia vs. Honda Pricing: Every dollar counts, and the Sportage offers superior value with a starting price of just $23,990 MSRP. Honda, on the other hand, has priced the CR-V to be less competitive starting at $25,050 MSRP.
• Kia vs. Honda Reliability: J.D Power gave the 2020 Kia Sportage an outstanding 87/100 rating for quality and reliability. While the 2019 Honda CR-V achieved a similar rating, the 2020 model has yet to be put to the test, offering some uncertainty for consumers.
• Kia vs. Honda Warranty: Kia protects drivers by offering a 5-year/60,000-mile limited basic coverage, 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain coverage, and a 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance plan. Honda manages to provide a 3-year/36,000-mile limited basic coverage, 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage and a 3-year/36,000-mile roadside assistance plan.

The Bottom Line: If you are deciding between Kia vs. Honda, the 2020 Kia Sportage offers a more reliable ride at a much better value. You can also learn more about the 2020 Sportage’s safety with Ray Brandt Kia.

Both the Sportage and CR-V are built with similar 2.4-Liter I-4 engines. However, if you are looking to add some muscle to your SUV, Kia offers more robust engine upgrades:

• Kia Sportage Engine Upgrade: 237 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque
• Honda CR-V Engine Upgrade: 190 hp and 179 lb-ft of torque

While the Sportage and CR-V are comparable in terms of front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive options, when properly equipped, the Sportage offers the power you need to take on your next adventure.

• Kia Sportage Towing Capacity: 1,653 pounds
• Honda CR-V Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds