Sportage vs CR-V
Kia Sportage vs. Honda CR-V SUV in Pueblo, CO
Southwest Motors sells dozens of different SUV models, ranging from compact crossovers to three-row SUVs with four-wheel drive. On the smaller end of that spectrum are the Kia Sportage and the Honda CR-V. Both of these midsize crossovers are great for small families in Pueblo, but which one is a better fit for yours?
The Sportage is more affordable
Kia tends to be a more affordably priced brand than Honda, retailing its vehicles for slightly less money than equivalent Honda models cost. That’s true of the Kia Sportage, which has a history of lower-cost MSRPs compared to the CR-V every model year. That trend extends to the long-term resale value of the Sportage when you buy a pre-owned model from Southwest Motors. Whether you opt for the base-level trim or the fully-loaded top trim, the Sportage will usually be the cheaper of the two SUVs.[1]
The CR-V is more spacious
The Kia Sportage and Honda CR-V are both two-row SUVs that seat five passengers. However, the CR-V measures longer from bumper to bumper, provides more legroom for rear-row passengers and cargo space for luggage. Looking at the 2019 model year, the CR-V interior volume was bigger than the Sportage overall. That resulted in 6 additional cubic feet of space behind the rear row for your vacation suitcases, moving boxes, or new furniture.
The Sportage offers more utility
When it comes to practical functionality and everyday usefulness, the Sportage offers some advantages over the CR-V. A key example of this is towing capacity. With the right brakes and hitching gear, the Sportage can tow up to 2,000 pounds, while the CR-V tows 1,500 pounds at most (comparing 2019 models). That’s an extra 500 pounds of camping equipment, lawncare tools, or furniture that you can carry with the Kia Sportage. Other useful features you can find on many used Sportage models include a presence-activated smart liftgate, a dual-level cargo floor, and a raised front bumper for extra ground clearance.
The CR-V is more fuel-efficient
The Honda CR-V will travel further on a gallon of gas than the Sportage will, stretching your dollar further over time. That’s evidenced by the EPA’s fuel economy ratings on both models. For 2019, the four-cylinder engine on the Honda CR-V was rated at 30 mpg combined city/highway driving, while the four-cylinder engine on the Kia Sportage was rated at 26 mpg combined city/highway.[2] A big contributor to that is the CR-V’s continuously variable transmission.
The CR-V has a widely available hybrid version
If you really care about fuel economy, you’ll want to choose a Honda CR-V Hybrid model from Southwest Motors. It uses a two-motor system with all-wheel drive that boosts EPA-rated fuel economy from 30 mpg combined to 38 mpg combined.[2] It wasn’t until the 2023 model year that Kia introduced a Sportage Hybrid model, so you won’t find a pre-owned Sportage Hybrid SUV for sale in Pueblo anytime soon. It has comparable fuel economy ratings to the CR-V Hybrid but isn’t as easy to find on the used car market.
The Sportage is more attractive
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but personally we at Southwest Motors think the Kia looks snazzier than the CR-V. While the Honda SUV tends to have a more traditional, conservative exterior profile and dashboard layout, the Sportage flaunts more eye-catching paint colors, exaggerated lines (like the raised hood angles) and unique wheel spoke patterns.
In most other ways — such as safety ratings and infotainment — the Kia Sportage and Honda CR-V are comparably matched. Ultimately, your decision between the two SUVs will come down to what you value most. Either way, you can find both models for sale here at Southwest Motors inPueblo, Colorado.
[1] Dealer sets final price on all vehicles. Prices may vary.
[2] EPA fuel economy estimates are for comparison only. Actual mileage will vary based on factors like driving habits.