Compare 2015 Sorento vs CR-V

2015 Kia Sorento vs 2015 Honda CR-V

If you've been looking for an affordable smaller SUV or crossover in St. Petersburg, you may find yourself comparing the Kia Sorento and the Honda CRV to see which one is a better fit for you. Both are popular models, but only one can come out on top as a better overall value for your money. Check out what each of these vehicles brings to the table. We think you'll agree that the 2015 Kia Sorento comes out on top, over and over again.

Reliability and Safety

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Safety is of utmost importance when you're considering which vehicle is right for you and your family. That's why you should know that while both the CR-V and the Sorento scored well in government safety testing, only the 2015 Kia Sorento scored the highest rating of 5-stars in all available categories. You hear a lot of talk about reliability, but only Kia puts that promise in writing by offering a much more substantial warranty package than Honda - with five years and 40,000 miles more coverage on the powertrain alone.

Power and Performance

When it comes to power, the Kia Sorento simply has more — and that extra power comes in handy when you're trying to pass another vehicle or climb a hill. Of course, when you have a vehicle that goes fast you want it to stop fast. Kia Sorento bests the Honda CR-V in brake testing, stopping a full two feet before the CR-V. It doesn't end there. The Kia Sorento's chassis is longer, wider, and has better ground clearance than the CR-V's. This makes the Sorento much more capable in rugged terrain, and more stable during everyday driving and cornering. In addition, the Sorento offers tighter and more precise turning ability than the CR-V. The smaller turning circle gives Sorento a distinct advantage when parking and performing other tight maneuvers.

Comfort and Convenience

The surprisingly agile Sorento still has seating for seven, while the CR-V has room for just five. Not only does the Kia Sorento have more room for passengers, but it also has more cargo space and a better sound system. When you turn up your favorite music or radio show, you want to hear clarity, balance, and depth. Appreciators of good audio will enjoy the Sorento's standard 6-speaker system. You'll have to upgrade to a more expensive trim level in order to get six speakers in the CR-V.