2019 Kia Sorento vs 2019 Honda CR-V

2019 Kia Sorento $26,290MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now	2019 Honda CR-V $24,450MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now

2019 Kia Sorento $26,290MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now	2019 Honda CR-V $24,450MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now

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MSRP $26,290	MSRP $24,450
Listings 1032	Listings 1799
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews	User Reviews
Expert reviews 8.5 out of 10	Expert reviews 8.0 out of 10

2019 Kia Sorento Reviews Summary If I said you could get a stylish, even luxurious, midsize SUV made in America that offers a class-leading warranty and roadside assistance program, supplies plenty of room for a family of four, and will protect your loved ones with top crash-test ratings, would you be interested? If so, then you’ll want to learn more about the 2019 Kia Sorento.
2019 Honda CR-V Reviews Summary Refined, roomy, and historically reliable, the Honda CR-V has earned its status as one of the best selling vehicles in America. This is a safe SUV, too, and it returns good fuel economy while delivering lively performance. There are few reasons to cross the 2019 Honda CR-V off of your shopping list, and numerous reasons to drive one home from the dealership.

Popular Features & Specs
Engine 2.4L 185 hp I4	Engine 2.4L 184 hp I4
Drive Train FWD	Drive Train FWD
Seating Capacity 7	Seating Capacity 5
Horsepower 185 hp @ 6000 rpm	Horsepower 184 hp @ 6400 rpm
MPG City 22	MPG City 26
MPG Highway 29	MPG Highway 32
Engine
Engine Name 2.4L 185 hp I4	Engine Name 2.4L 184 hp I4
Torque 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	Torque 180 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
Horsepower 185 hp @ 6000 rpm	Horsepower 184 hp @ 6400 rpm
Drivetrain FWD	Drivetrain FWD
Fuel Economy
MPG City 22	MPG City 26
MPG Highway 29	MPG Highway 32
Interior
Seating Capacity 7	Seating Capacity 5
Safety
Front Crash Overall 5	Front Crash Overall 5
Side Crash Overall 5	Side Crash Overall 5
Dimensions & Capacity
Cargo Space 11.3 cu ft	Cargo Space 39.2 cu ft
Curb Weight 3810 lbs	Curb Weight 3307 lbs
Height 66.3 in	Height 66.1 in
Length 189.0 in	Length 180.6 in
Width 74.4 in	Width 73.0 in
Wheelbase 109.4 in	Wheelbase 104.7 in
Maximum Payload 1525 lbs	Maximum Payload 1388 lbs
Number of doors 4	Number of doors 4
Maximum Towing Capacity 2000 lbs	Maximum Towing Capacity 1500 lbs
Standard Towing Capacity 2000 lbs	Standard Towing Capacity

2019 Kia Sorento

$26,290MSRP

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2019 Honda CR-V

$24,450MSRP

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	2019 Kia Sorento $26,290MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now	2019 Honda CR-V $24,450MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now

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MSRP	$26,290	$24,450
Listings	1032 Shop all listings	1799 Shop all listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews	4.6	4.3
Expert reviews	8.5 out of 10 Read full review	8.0 out of 10 Read full review
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Summary	If I said you could get a stylish, even luxurious, midsize SUV made in America that offers a class-leading warranty and roadside assistance program, supplies plenty of room for a family of four, and will protect your loved ones with top crash-test ratings, would you be interested? If so, then you’ll want to learn more about the 2019 Kia Sorento.	Refined, roomy, and historically reliable, the Honda CR-V has earned its status as one of the best selling vehicles in America. This is a safe SUV, too, and it returns good fuel economy while delivering lively performance. There are few reasons to cross the 2019 Honda CR-V off of your shopping list, and numerous reasons to drive one home from the dealership.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine	2.4L 185 hp I4	2.4L 184 hp I4
Drive Train	FWD	FWD
Seating Capacity	7	5
Horsepower	185 hp @ 6000 rpm	184 hp @ 6400 rpm
MPG City	22	26
MPG Highway	29	32
Engine
Engine Name	2.4L 185 hp I4	2.4L 184 hp I4
Torque	178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	180 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
Horsepower	185 hp @ 6000 rpm	184 hp @ 6400 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Fuel Economy
MPG City	22	26
MPG Highway	29	32
Interior
Seating Capacity	7	5
Safety
Front Crash Overall	5	5
Side Crash Overall	5	5
Dimensions & Capacity
Cargo Space	11.3 cu ft	39.2 cu ft
Curb Weight	3810 lbs	3307 lbs
Height	66.3 in	66.1 in
Length	189.0 in	180.6 in
Width	74.4 in	73.0 in
Wheelbase	109.4 in	104.7 in
Maximum Payload	1525 lbs	1388 lbs
Number of doors	4	4
Maximum Towing Capacity	2000 lbs	1500 lbs
Standard Towing Capacity	2000 lbs

Look and feel

2019 Kia Sorento

9/10

2019 Honda CR-V

9/10

CarGurus experts rate both the 2019 Kia Sorento and the 2019 Honda CR-V 9 out of 10. The 2019 Kia Sorento is an attractive SUV with updated styling, including revised front and rear bumpers, a new grille, headlights, and taillights. The interior features new leather colors, a new steering wheel, and updated instrumentation. The Sorento offers various trim levels, with the most popular being the EX, which includes a robust V6 engine, leather seats, and safety technologies. The top-of-the-line SX Limited trim offers premium Nappa leather upholstery, a panoramic glass sunroof, and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. The 2019 Honda CR-V offers four trim levels with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. It features appealing standard 17-inch aluminum wheels and a spacious and upscale interior. The CR-V exudes quality with its materials, construction, and controls. However, the front styling has received mixed reviews.

Performance

2019 Kia Sorento

8/10

2019 Honda CR-V

7/10

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Kia Sorento 8 out of 10 and the 2019 Honda CR-V 7 out of 10. The Sorento offers a standard 185-horsepower, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine and an available 290-horsepower, 3.3-liter V6. The V6 provides quick acceleration and is paired with a new 8-speed automatic transmission. The Sorento's handling is more athletic than expected, and it offers a solid and silent ride on the highway. The CR-V features a 184-horsepower, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine on the LX trim and a turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine on higher trims, producing 190 horsepower. The smaller turbocharged engine provides more satisfying acceleration and better fuel economy. The CR-V's driving dynamics impress with its connected and composed ride and capable handling.

Form and function

2019 Kia Sorento

6/10

2019 Honda CR-V

9/10

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Kia Sorento 6 out of 10 and the 2019 Honda CR-V 9 out of 10. The Sorento is a 3-row, 7-passenger SUV, but the third-row seat is best suited for emergency use. With the third-row seat folded, it offers a useful cargo capacity of up to 73 cubic feet. The Sorento can be optioned with luxurious features, including premium Nappa leather upholstery, heated and ventilated seats, and a panoramic sunroof. The CR-V provides ample space for passengers and cargo, with plenty of room for people and generous storage space. It offers 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back seat and 75.8 cu-ft with the rear seats folded down.

Technology

2019 Kia Sorento

10/10

2019 Honda CR-V

7/10

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Kia Sorento 10 out of 10 and the 2019 Honda CR-V 7 out of 10. The Sorento offers three infotainment systems, with UVO eServices providing a 5-year service plan, Bluetooth music streaming, SiriusXM satellite radio, and a CD player. The top eServices system includes a 10-speaker Harman Kardon audio system and a 360-degree surround-view camera system. The CR-V features a 7-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and HondaLink connected services. However, the infotainment system lacks a tuning knob and has been criticized for being distracting.

Safety

2019 Kia Sorento

10/10

2019 Honda CR-V

8/10

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Kia Sorento 10 out of 10 and the 2019 Honda CR-V 8 out of 10. The Sorento offers a comprehensive suite of safety features, including blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a driver-attention-monitoring system. It has received top safety ratings from both the NHTSA and the IIHS. The CR-V comes standard with Honda Sensing, which includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, and a road-departure mitigation system. It also offers a blind-spot-monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert. The CR-V is a Top Safety Pick according to the IIHS.

CarGurus highlights

According to CarGurus experts, the overall rating for 2019 Kia Sorento is 8.5 out of 10, while the 2019 Honda CR-V scores 8.0 out of 10. Based on these ratings, the 2019 Kia Sorento emerges as the recommended choice, offering a comprehensive package of safety features, luxurious options, and attractive rebates, making it a compelling and budget-friendly SUV.

Choose the 2019 Kia Sorento if:

You prioritize a comprehensive suite of safety features and top safety ratings.
You seek a versatile SUV with luxurious options and a competitive warranty.
You are attracted to attractive rebates and incentives, making it a budget-friendly choice.

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