We really need side-by-side comparisons. How do they look next to each other? How do they each pull from 0-60, etc. These will make the reviews awesome.
We would love that as well but we would be doing a lot less comparisons if we waited to get both of these at the same time. The Sportage gas model is no longer available to us at this time. So there would be no review today.
I bought the 2023 Kia Sportage EX in December 2022 and I still get happy getting into it. It was honestly the best decision and only paid a little under 27k. The trunk space is surprisingly wide and the interior sold me, especially the huge dash screen!
Your videos have made me someone who actually cares about cars! ha! Still not sure what my next one will be whenever I can buy one, but I watch your videos and now I notice things about cars on the road I never cared about before. ha! Plus you two are just adorable to watch!
The resale values on CRV’s and Rav 4 are out of this world. Definitely not cheap but in the end run you get what you pay for. Kia and Hyundai sure gives you initial bang for the buck but with their numerous reliability and dealership experience issues you are gambling and the odds suck. My choice out the two would be the Honda but if it was my money I’d get the RDX. Worth every penny.
I like the looks and technology of the KIA but I tend to keep my cars for over 10 years so I would probably buy the Honda based on reputation and resell value.
The Hondas often look pretty conservative in styling (a.k.a. boring) and maintain that for years. This particular style of CR-V already looks dated in my opinion. lol I think the Sportage will still look good for years to come .... it's why I'm buying one. lol
@@richardsmith579 I will partially agree with that statement. Like a lot of newly styled models, the second version is usually the better one. I think the front and rear of the Sportage are good. I'm not a fan of the rear pillar area on the sides (the North America version). They're too reminiscent of early Lexus and Ford Edge .... In other markets they did some slight tweaks to that are and I think it looks great.
I hope buyers vote with their wallet so that Honda gets a much needed wake up call. The competition is better equipped, more premium, more reliable while being cheaper.
Reliable where ? Kia will never be at Hondas level of reliability it’s a more refined car. Why you think they give you more features it’s to lure you to buy they be are not good cars that’s what happens to my cousin had to change his 2016 at 115k miles my accord it’s 2013 and has 200k still clean just
I think Sportage for an value and love the interior design . CRV is too pricey, missing the features, but love exterior design. Great video Andrea! ☕️☕️👍🏻👍🏻
If I were to spend that much money on one of these I’d go the Kia as I like it’s exterior and interior design better and you can more for your money with the Kia in my eyes
Hi Andrea, I'm Kia biassed as always given I'll be making a decision on my next Kia lease car in February. However, both of these cars in your review tonight are both stylish and capable cars. Interias are very good too.
Thank you for this Zack and Andrea! My money is definitely on the Sportage! Honda is slacking and it shows with interior features. And I like how Sportage has many options with exterior/interior colors and engine powertrains. I wouldn't be satisfied with the CR-V. I will feel cheated knowing I can get more for the money without feeling like I'm driving something basic. The Honda CR-V is borderline basic. I'm not basic and I don't want to drive a basic vehicle.
@@richardsmith579 I already stated that on my comment. I like the Sportage over the CR-V. I don't know why we're even having a discussion about it. 🤷🏿♂️
I didn't drive the Sportage yet but I drove the 2020 Accord and CRV for months, both with the 1,5 l and CVT configuration and it's a world of difference. I don't like CVT's because it is a lazy transmission but it's worst in the CRV. It is slow and sluggish and the 1,5 l is noisy (not as in the RAV4 !!) and not enough powerful when the family is on board. The CRV would definitely be better served with the Accord 2,0 l and the 10 speed transmission. The 2023 CRV is very similar to the previous version (no more panoramic sunroof) but it's much more expensive. So why not going to the Sportage ?
I own a 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid.... the hybrid is the one to get. Far superior to the gas only engines. Quieter and way better mileage. I owned a 2018 CRV and the Sportage is much nicer.
Honda still has problems with their 1.5 turbo. They are facing a potential class action lawsuit in the states over the continued oil dilution. The base model looks good but it’s overpriced. The Kia looks cool but realistically, if Samsung and apple stop updating their smartphones after five years what makes people think car manufacturers will continue updating their software in ten years? I am considering a Kia sportage, but a 2019/2020 base model since I can replace the infotainment screen with a non touchscreen and disable the backup camera, since that is $2000 Canadian to replace when it fails. Mazda was going to charge me that to replace the buggy touchscreen in my 2015 mazda3
The real test is when these both have 250,000 miles on them. Will they both make it & what will it cost in total maintenance repairs to get them there?
In at about 120k with my 2015 Kia Optima. Had a few recalls, but no problems getting them taken care of. I use it daily as I travel around the city for work. Can't see myself getting rid of it, but looks like I won't have a choice as I encroach on 200k according to these comments.
Andrea and Zack. The two of you constantly provide a review auto format that is in the top 1% of any reviews anywhere on line! My opinion! A couple of things stand out in this review. One is the 4 mpg “less” gas mileage the Sportage gets over, I mean under the Honda’s! The other is in this question and comment. Did you include the freight cost in your Sportage pricing? I mention because in the Honda Pricing of $43,390 mentioned the freight on this vehicle is AGAIN NOT INCLUDED, for an additional whopping $1950. Then add in Canada PST & GST and this Honda comes in at OVER $50,000! Go figure, pun intended! Go Ni
Honda although it came up with a refreshed design, looked dated both exterior and interior wise. Kia Sportage definitely looks modern. I think Honda is charging more for less. Kia Sportage looks value for money and better overall.
In Australia, i test drove kia’s diesel turbo SX+ (one level down from GT) but, at low speeds, it didn’t feel natural but when i accelerated from 60 to 80 km, it was almost too quick The electric assisted steering wheel was too light Then i test drove the 2022 CRV with 1.5 L turbo CVT and the drive felt much smoother
Hope you’ll do this comparo with the hybrids. And FWIW, having not driven either yet, the Sportage looks like the more compelling package. I drive a current- (or now last-)gen CRV.
As a value proposition the Kia clobbered the Honda. Honda has been overpricing their vehicles for many years. The warranty on Kia alone is worth an extra $1500.
Given CR-V is one of the pioneers of compact SUVs, along with RAV4 and Forester, they don't need to be revolutionary to be successful. Evolutionary is more important in keeping with its existing customer base. As well as Honda's higher brand equity. Sportage needs to be revolutionary, in order to be a conquest brand and keeping its existing customer base. Sportage wins, on feature content and bold styling. While CR-V is more of a conservative move with fewer standard features. I actually like this generation of CR-V more than the previous generation. Given I am a Honda fans. I will take CR-V's base LX trim while Sportage's EX Premium trim.
Newsflash: Honda got rid of the LX trim. EX is now base. Which means the CR-V is now the most expensive compact SUV that has less features. It can stay where they at. My money is on the Sportage!
honda is overpriced, and never a fan of cvt. kia is more practical and the korean brand quality is catching up quick. kia is smart enough to use 8 speed auto.
I just bought a Kia after my 2015 Honda Odyssey’s engine went out at 127k miles. It was out of warranty. New engine was 6k plus. And that was for a rebuilt engine. I cut my losses and bought a Kia Sorrento. Can’t trust Honda again after they don’t back their engines. I don’t think it was a coincidence that 2 other women in my area had the same experience
Not that's it's perfect but I'll take Honda engineering especially their power plant tech and reliability. What is the fascination with screen size? I rather replace a 7 inch screen out of warranty than some monstrosity that takes up half the dash. I see Honda simplifying their design inside and out. Some things could be viewed as cost cutting but I like it
Dealing with this now. Spoke with a dealer yesterday that wants 9k over msrp for the gas model Sportage. The hybrids are impossible to find anywhere near me.
I thought Honda will have a hybrid CR-V option in Canada, are you saying it's not happening this year? Oh, and by the way, I actually own a 2017 base model CR-V. I believe it was 28k when I got it in 2017.
1. I hope the CRV's front seats are better than the last gen, we have the last gen and the narrow and too much side booster material make them on of the worse seats ever. 2. The Kia's fancy touch screen for everything worries me. What if that breaks. I would imagine it would cost 1000 to replace.
Great review as usual. You are tops in my book. Honda style is very nice and that interior is great. But guess what I like the Hrv even better. Just saw it at dealer. In time Honda will add more features to the Hrv. Test drive will be deal breaker. Thanks again for the review.
Thanks very much for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the video. I like the HR-V, it has a very comfortable drive and if you don't mind that it doesn't offer a ton of power, you'll be happy with it. It's great as a city run around.
We have a 2018 CR-V and love it. I really like the updated design. I’m not sold on the Sportage exterior design, but I love all the new tech and spec sheet compared to some of the missing features on the CR-V. But the big question is reliability and resale value, where Honda always excels.
I sometimes wonder if KIA’s interior design team (a hit!) and KIA’s exterior design team (slight miss (in my opinion))… have ever met one another. I think the Honda will age very well (stylewise) and has probably earned a more favourable reputation for reliability. Great comparison with some awesome camera angles. Thanks for the video.
I will going to buy 2023 mini SUV. I have a two option Honda CR-V sport or Kia sportege Ex premium . I can’t select which one is better. This my first vehicle in canada. Anyone please can tell me which is better option for me . Thank you so much ❤
I don't think you can go wrong with either one (well a lemon is always possible with any car). The best one is the one that fits your day to day needs best and that you find most comfortable on a long test drive.
I'm directly comparing these two in Hybrid. I'm mostly interested in the power rather than MPG advantage over the gas models. I like the Sportage exterior look a lot more. I like the Sportage interior better although not the piano black. Kia would give me more features for less money as well. Although panoramic sunroof is extra on the Sportage. I get the feeling that the CRV is more refined but I'll be test driving them to see if that's actually true.
I know cost is a factor, but if you're already spending almost $40K for car, why not just spend a couple grand more for superior quality and reliability? Plus the Bank of Honda. And I would get the Rogue AWD with leather instead of the Sportage due to the KIA Boys massive car theft ring here in America.
@@kevinW826 Most vehicles without a sunroof are cheap vehicles. I am not in the market for cheap vehicles . Now sports cars are a different discussion. This isn't a video on sports cars.
@@deman19901 I don’t care about sports cars. I have had sunroofs in suvs and it made the interior like a fishbowl. Damn hot. No thanks. I will stick to a base model suv without a sunroof. Don’t need one, don’t want one.
@@kevinW826 Like I said,without a sunroof,it's a CHEAP VEHICLE. Luxury vehicles can not even be had without a sunroof for the most part. I don't do cheap vehicles.
@@deman19901 I will take my cheap 2011 Mazda CX-7 without a sunroof, heated seats, power seats, and touchscreen and take simple, easy to fix, reliable transportation over a $70,000 POS that spends more time in a shop getting fixed than being on the road. I will give you an example of why a $70,000 POS is nothing more than overpriced POS. That TH-cam guy Autovlog had a C63 AMG the old 6.2 V8. Because of their retarded way of engineering and designing it, AMG engineers put the intake tube inlets under the car. Stupid drove through a puddle. Water got sucked up into the engine and hydro locked it. His insurance was not going to spend $70,000 on a new motor, so they totalled it and cut him a cheque. Who in their right minds sticks air inlet tubes underneath a car?! German cars are crap, I would never lower my standards for overpriced garbage that won’t be on the road in ten years. The Japanese on the other hand, yes. Last year I found. 2012-ish Lexus LS600 hybrid with 700,000 kms on it being sold by a Lexus dealership, with ALL service records for $10,000. I would take that since it’s nothing but a Toyota underneath. So yes, give me my cheap to own-$90 a month on insurance-2011 Mazda CX-7, which has been an absolutely reliable suv, and I look forward to other cheap to own, cheap to run, no frills suvs and they will run circles around your hoity toity pompous ass overpriced paperweight. And can your luxury POS come out of a garage after service with a bill under $200? Or a full brake job for under $1000? I will take that money I save at the garage and put it towards my house thank you. A car is never going to be worth more than a house, so why even bother?
This winter thank kia for ur heated steering wheel. U know they will throw cooled seats as standard in a year or so. Then Honda will do the same 2 years later. Do u really get that much more for a CRV? Honda return to ur roots
I actually came here to comment how I love that they make it interesting. “Did you say SportAge, Andrea?” “Well, yes I did.” Made me laugh and thought it was a cute little tease to us Americans!
Disappointed to not hear about the poor quality engines that kia is making. Google it. Id stay far away from kia and Hyundai I til they figure out their engine woes
It’s same with all European cars as well. Conservative increments. Looks at Audi and BMWs. Look same for so long. Established player have conservative designs, new players need radical designs to stand out until they become established.
100% agree. I'm an independent mechanic and confirm that Hyundai/Kia still have a long way to go in the engineering + quality control aspects of their cars.
Keep in mind the Kia has a larger naturally aspirated engine while the Honda has a tiny engine with a turbo it will wear out a lot faster.And the Kia has a automatic transmission while the Honda has a cheaper cvt. Think the Kia will last a lot longer.
@@jrs9264 Honda makes their airbag now! And CVT isn't that bad. The oil dilution issue is not there anymore for the 2023 models! No reports as far as I know. So, please, when saying something, quotes your evidence! And Korean vehicles may have more in their cars for the money, but how is the quality? Why are there so many recalls for Korean and European cars more than in other parts of the world? I see that Japanese and American vehicles are more higher quality. The rest have more electrical problems.
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We really need side-by-side comparisons. How do they look next to each other? How do they each pull from 0-60, etc. These will make the reviews awesome.
We would love that as well but we would be doing a lot less comparisons if we waited to get both of these at the same time. The Sportage gas model is no longer available to us at this time. So there would be no review today.
I totally agree. This review is obviously unfinished!
I bought the 2023 Kia Sportage EX in December 2022 and I still get happy getting into it. It was honestly the best decision and only paid a little under 27k. The trunk space is surprisingly wide and the interior sold me, especially the huge dash screen!
what mpg you getting on the highway?
@@ThatGuy_Pal abt 32 mpg
Are you in the US or Canada pls?
@@stunna1x im in the US
Sportage is much better value
But not as reliable
@@roberts.8389 Based on what?
@@roberts.8389how do you know?
@@Yubuzka3774all the features it comes with . Honda looks better but the sportage comes with way more features no question
@@Yubuzka3774on features that’s how they get these people 😂😂
Please do a comparision review of the Hybrid models-- That will be of more interest to me and I think other people-- Nice job
Only car I will buy from here on, must be a Hybrid.
We are just driving the CR-V hybrid this week for the first time, our review will drop 12/21. After that we will start some comparisons.
Your videos have made me someone who actually cares about cars! ha! Still not sure what my next one will be whenever I can buy one, but I watch your videos and now I notice things about cars on the road I never cared about before. ha! Plus you two are just adorable to watch!
Thanks for the kind words!
Awe that's so nice to hear, thank you!!!
The resale values on CRV’s and Rav 4 are out of this world. Definitely not cheap but in the end run you get what you pay for. Kia and Hyundai sure gives you initial bang for the buck but with their numerous reliability and dealership experience issues you are gambling and the odds suck. My choice out the two would be the Honda but if it was my money I’d get the RDX. Worth every penny.
Kia and Hyundai engines are not reliable. Finally someone with some sense
The Sportage seems the better option in this case, especially considering the price.
But remember price can only get you so far.
@@alvinsimba734ya but 43k for a Honda? Beside Honda needs to step up… too dated imo.
@@ElGrueso I would never spend 43k on a honda though. Toyota offers way more for money if I were to choose between those 2 anyways
I like the looks and technology of the KIA but I tend to keep my cars for over 10 years so I would probably buy the Honda based on reputation and resell value.
The Hondas often look pretty conservative in styling (a.k.a. boring) and maintain that for years. This particular style of CR-V already looks dated in my opinion. lol
I think the Sportage will still look good for years to come .... it's why I'm buying one. lol
I really think the Sportage will date badly, it already looks contrived.
@@richardsmith579 I will partially agree with that statement. Like a lot of newly styled models, the second version is usually the better one.
I think the front and rear of the Sportage are good. I'm not a fan of the rear pillar area on the sides (the North America version). They're too reminiscent of early Lexus and Ford Edge .... In other markets they did some slight tweaks to that are and I think it looks great.
The prius was nice looking at one point now they look ugly. 😅same with sportage
I hope buyers vote with their wallet so that Honda gets a much needed wake up call. The competition is better equipped, more premium, more reliable while being cheaper.
Reliable where ? Kia will never be at Hondas level of reliability it’s a more refined car. Why you think they give you more features it’s to lure you to buy they be are not good cars that’s what happens to my cousin had to change his 2016 at 115k miles my accord it’s 2013 and has 200k still clean just
Thanks for the review! Me, myself and I just approve of the MIA/Hyundai brand no matter how good the reviews are.😏
Hey Zack, I enjoy your content and sarcastic personality, keep up the great work.
Can't stop being a smart ass!
I think Sportage for an value and love the interior design . CRV is too pricey, missing the features, but love exterior design. Great video Andrea! ☕️☕️👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you! You make some great points!
@@andreaspencer9813 you are an very welcome Andrea! And thank you!
If I were to spend that much money on one of these I’d go the Kia as I like it’s exterior and interior design better and you can more for your money with the Kia in my eyes
Hi Andrea, I'm Kia biassed as always given I'll be making a decision on my next Kia lease car in February. However, both of these cars in your review tonight are both stylish and capable cars. Interias are very good too.
You are right, they are both great options and provide excellent space for a growing family.
Thank you for this Zack and Andrea! My money is definitely on the Sportage! Honda is slacking and it shows with interior features. And I like how Sportage has many options with exterior/interior colors
and engine powertrains. I wouldn't be satisfied with the CR-V. I will feel cheated knowing I can get more for the money without feeling like I'm driving something basic. The Honda CR-V is borderline basic. I'm not basic and I don't want to drive a basic vehicle.
However, the Sportage is ugly, if that matters.
@@richardsmith579 That is YOUR opinion. I think it's sleek and modern.
@@jraheemjefcoat429 . There you go then. You must buy the car you like, naturally.
@@richardsmith579 I already stated that on my comment. I like the Sportage over the CR-V. I don't know why we're even having a discussion about it. 🤷🏿♂️
Thank you for the comparison. It looks like the Sportage has flat floor with rear seats folded. That's pretty important for impromptu camping.
I just wish I didn't have to pony up $40K for the Bose sound system in the CRV. The base speakers are a deal-breaker
Looks like you have to pony up everything with Honda.
@@jraheemjefcoat429 Why do you have to go against the Honda brand on all TH-cam videos, comment sections, and other social media platforms?
@@Tushkoo270 Why can't you find a business that pays you and mind mines?
Anyone notice the blue smoke coming out the back of the Honda at 109? I think it is due for a ring job, lol. No wonder the oil dilution problem.
I love my 2023 kia sportage just wish it had little better gas mpg but it is a 2.5l vs 1.5 honda
I didn't drive the Sportage yet but I drove the 2020 Accord and CRV for months, both with the 1,5 l and CVT configuration and it's a world of difference. I don't like CVT's because it is a lazy transmission but it's worst in the CRV. It is slow and sluggish and the 1,5 l is noisy (not as in the RAV4 !!) and not enough powerful when the family is on board. The CRV would definitely be better served with the Accord 2,0 l and the 10 speed transmission. The 2023 CRV is very similar to the previous version (no more panoramic sunroof) but it's much more expensive. So why not going to the Sportage ?
I own a 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid.... the hybrid is the one to get. Far superior to the gas only engines. Quieter and way better mileage. I owned a 2018 CRV and the Sportage is much nicer.
Honda still has problems with their 1.5 turbo. They are facing a potential class action lawsuit in the states over the continued oil dilution.
The base model looks good but it’s overpriced. The Kia looks cool but realistically, if Samsung and apple stop updating their smartphones after five years what makes people think car manufacturers will continue updating their software in ten years?
I am considering a Kia sportage, but a 2019/2020 base model since I can replace the infotainment screen with a non touchscreen and disable the backup camera, since that is $2000 Canadian to replace when it fails. Mazda was going to charge me that to replace the buggy touchscreen in my 2015 mazda3
The real test is when these both have 250,000 miles on them. Will they both make it & what will it cost in total maintenance repairs to get them there?
The kia and Hyundai engines won't make it to 250k... Oil burn and engines blow.
In at about 120k with my 2015 Kia Optima. Had a few recalls, but no problems getting them taken care of. I use it daily as I travel around the city for work. Can't see myself getting rid of it, but looks like I won't have a choice as I encroach on 200k according to these comments.
Immediate thumbs up for shutting down the (uninformed) pronunciation police.
After studying this comparison very carefully, I went out and bought a 2022 Toyota RAV4 XLE Hybrid.
SportAAAAge lol love it
People have to think that why Sportage is cheaper than others. Money does not lie.
CRV doesn’t look too bad until you see Sportage AND THEN go back to CRV and it’s looks so outdated and feel kinda gross. 😝
Don't forget the difference in their warranty. Another good video, thanks.🙏💜
Andrea and Zack. The two of you constantly provide a review auto format that is in the top 1% of any reviews anywhere on line! My opinion!
A couple of things stand out in this review.
One is the 4 mpg “less” gas mileage the Sportage gets over, I mean under the Honda’s!
The other is in this question and comment. Did you include the freight cost in your Sportage pricing?
I mention because in the Honda Pricing of $43,390 mentioned the freight on this vehicle is AGAIN NOT INCLUDED, for an additional whopping $1950. Then add in Canada PST & GST and this Honda comes in at OVER $50,000!
Go figure, pun intended!
Go Ni
Happy Birthday Zack, today is our birthday !
Thanks, same to you!
Honda although it came up with a refreshed design, looked dated both exterior and interior wise. Kia Sportage definitely looks modern. I think Honda is charging more for less. Kia Sportage looks value for money and better overall.
In Australia, i test drove kia’s diesel turbo SX+ (one level down from GT) but, at low speeds, it didn’t feel natural but when i accelerated from 60 to 80 km, it was almost too quick
The electric assisted steering wheel was too light
Then i test drove the 2022 CRV with 1.5 L turbo CVT and the drive felt much smoother
I like Andrea's opinion on the interior.
Do Kia Sportage's have a good resale value like Honda CRV's then?
Honda lost me with no panoramic roof 😜
A lot of expensive potential issues with a panoramic sunroof as nice as they are.
Hope you’ll do this comparo with the hybrids. And FWIW, having not driven either yet, the Sportage looks like the more compelling package. I drive a current- (or now last-)gen CRV.
thank you for the great review! will we be getting a comparison with the hybrid models? i’m torn between these two cars
Which did you end up choosing?
@@bbawesomegurl8475 i got a mazda3 hatchback lol
I like that they finally brought this Honda to the states. The Japanese version is still better but it's a start!
As a value proposition the Kia clobbered the Honda. Honda has been overpricing their vehicles for many years. The warranty on Kia alone is worth an extra $1500.
Which Kia trim level would be equal to the Honda EX-L trim?
Kia Salesperson here. SX as that will get you the memory seats, pano sunroof.
@@firstlast7584 Thankyou.
Given CR-V is one of the pioneers of compact SUVs, along with RAV4 and Forester, they don't need to be revolutionary to be successful. Evolutionary is more important in keeping with its existing customer base. As well as Honda's higher brand equity. Sportage needs to be revolutionary, in order to be a conquest brand and keeping its existing customer base. Sportage wins, on feature content and bold styling. While CR-V is more of a conservative move with fewer standard features. I actually like this generation of CR-V more than the previous generation. Given I am a Honda fans. I will take CR-V's base LX trim while Sportage's EX Premium trim.
Newsflash: Honda got rid of the LX trim. EX is now base. Which means the CR-V is now the most expensive compact SUV that has less features. It can stay where they at. My money is on the Sportage!
@@jraheemjefcoat429 I would get neither Honda or KIA. Toyota is my friend all around.
@@alvinsimba734 Good for you. I'm going with Kia.
what a load of crap! "they don't need to be revolutionary to be successful."
@@geftiler2112 Thank you! People are just talking out their asses trying to make sense out of no sense at all.
Andrea - That Black shirt and Red Pant Looks really good on you... You are getting younger and Younger.
honda is overpriced, and never a fan of cvt. kia is more practical and the korean brand quality is catching up quick. kia is smart enough to use 8 speed auto.
RAV4 hybrid in Cypress Green please. I know, but I'll be patient 😌
I just bought a Kia after my 2015 Honda Odyssey’s engine went out at 127k miles. It was out of warranty. New engine was 6k plus. And that was for a rebuilt engine. I cut my losses and bought a Kia Sorrento. Can’t trust Honda again after they don’t back their engines. I don’t think it was a coincidence that 2 other women in my area had the same experience
Any videos of it.
Not that's it's perfect but I'll take Honda engineering especially their power plant tech and reliability. What is the fascination with screen size? I rather replace a 7 inch screen out of warranty than some monstrosity that takes up half the dash. I see Honda simplifying their design inside and out. Some things could be viewed as cost cutting but I like it
Wait till you find out how much your KIA dealer is going to soak you - esp for hybrids and PHEV's, anywhere from $8K to $12K over MSRP.
Dealing with this now. Spoke with a dealer yesterday that wants 9k over msrp for the gas model Sportage. The hybrids are impossible to find anywhere near me.
🥵🥵🤬🤬
I thought Honda will have a hybrid CR-V option in Canada, are you saying it's not happening this year? Oh, and by the way, I actually own a 2017 base model CR-V. I believe it was 28k when I got it in 2017.
Who said that the Hybrid CR V 2023 is already available for lease and purchase!
This HVAC conversation, are there that many people complaining about the KIA design? Seems so trivial to go on about.
1. I hope the CRV's front seats are better than the last gen, we have the last gen and the narrow and too much side booster material make them on of the worse seats ever.
2. The Kia's fancy touch screen for everything worries me. What if that breaks. I would imagine it would cost 1000 to replace.
It will still be bigger than tiny Honda screen though
Great review as usual. You are tops in my book. Honda style is very nice and that interior is great. But guess what I like the Hrv even better. Just saw it at dealer. In time Honda will add more features to the Hrv.
Test drive will be deal breaker.
Thanks again for the review.
Thanks very much for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the video. I like the HR-V, it has a very comfortable drive and if you don't mind that it doesn't offer a ton of power, you'll be happy with it. It's great as a city run around.
But it don't have rear cupholders though.
@@jraheemjefcoat429 Good point. But if you like the ride its not a deal breaker.
We have a 2018 CR-V and love it. I really like the updated design. I’m not sold on the Sportage exterior design, but I love all the new tech and spec sheet compared to some of the missing features on the CR-V.
But the big question is reliability and resale value, where Honda always excels.
Has Kia become the reliable, edgy Honda of yesteryear?
I doesn't like the boxy look of Honda and would prefer Kia's attractive looks both exterior and interior!!
I sometimes wonder if KIA’s interior design team (a hit!) and KIA’s exterior design team (slight miss (in my opinion))… have ever met one another. I think the Honda will age very well (stylewise) and has probably earned a more favourable reputation for reliability. Great comparison with some awesome camera angles. Thanks for the video.
I will going to buy 2023 mini SUV. I have a two option Honda CR-V sport or Kia sportege Ex premium . I can’t select which one is better. This my first vehicle in canada. Anyone please can tell me which is better option for me . Thank you so much ❤
If want less features and pay more money, go with Honda. If you want a car that has all the bells and whistles for a value price, go with Kia.
@@jraheemjefcoat429 come to toyota bandara.
@@alvinsimba734 With the dated technology? No, thank you.
I don't think you can go wrong with either one (well a lemon is always possible with any car). The best one is the one that fits your day to day needs best and that you find most comfortable on a long test drive.
@@danhall3450Thank you I already ordered 2023 Honda CR V. I think is best for reliability and comfortable long drive.
I'm directly comparing these two in Hybrid. I'm mostly interested in the power rather than MPG advantage over the gas models. I like the Sportage exterior look a lot more. I like the Sportage interior better although not the piano black. Kia would give me more features for less money as well. Although panoramic sunroof is extra on the Sportage. I get the feeling that the CRV is more refined but I'll be test driving them to see if that's actually true.
The Sportage definitely rides smoother
So Sportage is quieter and more economical than the CRV. Both are Hybrids.
Not even close, Kia Sportage all the way.
The honda Just looks like A SUV Honda Civic
I know cost is a factor, but if you're already spending almost $40K for car, why not just spend a couple grand more for superior quality and reliability? Plus the Bank of Honda. And I would get the Rogue AWD with leather instead of the Sportage due to the KIA Boys massive car theft ring here in America.
When I hear “sportAge”, it reminds me of formage. Kia is a cheese enthusiast it seems
Honda price is now acura. Kia is one to get
I would pick the CRV!
Can never own another vehicle without a panoramic sunroof.
I can never own another vehicle with a sunroof as I never used mine in my previous car.
@@kevinW826 Most vehicles without a sunroof are cheap vehicles. I am not in the market for cheap vehicles . Now sports cars are a different discussion. This isn't a video on sports cars.
@@deman19901 I don’t care about sports cars. I have had sunroofs in suvs and it made the interior like a fishbowl. Damn hot. No thanks. I will stick to a base model suv without a sunroof. Don’t need one, don’t want one.
@@kevinW826 Like I said,without a sunroof,it's a CHEAP VEHICLE. Luxury vehicles can not even be had without a sunroof for the most part. I don't do cheap vehicles.
@@deman19901 I will take my cheap 2011 Mazda CX-7 without a sunroof, heated seats, power seats, and touchscreen and take simple, easy to fix, reliable transportation over a $70,000 POS that spends more time in a shop getting fixed than being on the road. I will give you an example of why a $70,000 POS is nothing more than overpriced POS.
That TH-cam guy Autovlog had a C63 AMG the old 6.2 V8. Because of their retarded way of engineering and designing it, AMG engineers put the intake tube inlets under the car. Stupid drove through a puddle. Water got sucked up into the engine and hydro locked it. His insurance was not going to spend $70,000 on a new motor, so they totalled it and cut him a cheque.
Who in their right minds sticks air inlet tubes underneath a car?! German cars are crap, I would never lower my standards for overpriced garbage that won’t be on the road in ten years. The Japanese on the other hand, yes. Last year I found. 2012-ish Lexus LS600 hybrid with 700,000 kms on it being sold by a Lexus dealership, with ALL service records for $10,000. I would take that since it’s nothing but a Toyota underneath.
So yes, give me my cheap to own-$90 a month on insurance-2011 Mazda CX-7, which has been an absolutely reliable suv, and I look forward to other cheap to own, cheap to run, no frills suvs and they will run circles around your hoity toity pompous ass overpriced paperweight.
And can your luxury POS come out of a garage after service with a bill under $200? Or a full brake job for under $1000? I will take that money I save at the garage and put it towards my house thank you. A car is never going to be worth more than a house, so why even bother?
This winter thank kia for ur heated steering wheel. U know they will throw cooled seats as standard in a year or so. Then Honda will do the same 2 years later. Do u really get that much more for a CRV? Honda return to ur roots
And don't forget you're going to pay more money on insurance on that Honda then you will the Kia 👍
We do not need to be told that Americans pronounce certain words differently that we do eveytime you mention Mazda or Sportage we get it already.
It’s funny chill out
To be honest with you Richard, if we don't mention it, we get even more comments on how we are pronouncing it wrong. We can't seem to win....
I actually came here to comment how I love that they make it interesting. “Did you say SportAge, Andrea?” “Well, yes I did.” Made me laugh and thought it was a cute little tease to us Americans!
@@heathiedoodle I am glad to hear that, thank you! We are not trying to purposely offend our American viewers, we love you just as much.
@@andreaspencer9813 it’s ok with me if you love us a little less! Ha!
Honda is not like before
Disappointed to not hear about the poor quality engines that kia is making. Google it. Id stay far away from kia and Hyundai I til they figure out their engine woes
Link to where the new 2.5 L used in this 2023 model has issues?
Honda any day. Conservative designs age better. Will hold better value.
Honda and Toyota owners love their boring looking vehicles.
It’s same with all European cars as well. Conservative increments. Looks at Audi and BMWs. Look same for so long. Established player have conservative designs, new players need radical designs to stand out until they become established.
Honda all day long, Kias don't hold up over time. engine issues
100% agree. I'm an independent mechanic and confirm that Hyundai/Kia still have a long way to go in the engineering + quality control aspects of their cars.
Keep in mind the Kia has a larger naturally aspirated engine while the Honda has a tiny engine with a turbo it will wear out a lot faster.And the Kia has a automatic transmission while the Honda has a cheaper cvt. Think the Kia will last a lot longer.
Honda has gas mixing into oil pan issues, takata air bag issues, shorter warranties, much higher prices, and dated styling . also CVT sucks! 🤮
@@jrs9264 Honda makes their airbag now! And CVT isn't that bad. The oil dilution issue is not there anymore for the 2023 models! No reports as far as I know. So, please, when saying something, quotes your evidence!
And Korean vehicles may have more in their cars for the money, but how is the quality? Why are there so many recalls for Korean and European cars more than in other parts of the world? I see that Japanese and American vehicles are more higher quality. The rest have more electrical problems.
@@jrs9264 FACTS!! 💯
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