Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport vs Kia Sorento SX 2.5T

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T 7.0 s Runner-up: 8.0 s
Power winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T 281 hp Runner-up: 184 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T 616 L Runner-up: 380 L
Price winner Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport $33,800 Runner-up: $39,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport against the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.0 seconds, compared with 8.0 seconds for 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport. 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the higher listed output at 281 hp; 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport is rated at 184 hp, a difference of 97 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T at 421 Nm and 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport at 315 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has the lower recorded consumption at 6.0 L/100km; 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is listed at 10.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 616 litres versus 380 litres, a difference of 236 litres. 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T carries the higher towing rating at 2,268 kg, while 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is 242 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has the lower listed starting price at $33,800, compared with $39,990 for 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T. 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.0 s7.0 s
Top Speed190 km/h200 km/h
Power184 hp281 hp
Torque315 Nm421 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank51 L67 L
Efficiency6 L/100km10.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions137 g/km233 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,568 mm4,810 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm176 mm
Cargo380 L616 L
Curb Weight1,590 kg1,950 kg
Towing750 kg2,268 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle11.2 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$33,800$39,990

Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport vs Kia Sorento SX 2.5T questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.0 seconds, versus 8.0 seconds for 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 190 km/h (118 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has more power at 281 hp, a 97 hp advantage over 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has more listed cargo space at 616 litres (21.8 cu ft), versus 380 litres (13.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is heavier at 1,950 kg (4,299 lb), while 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport is listed at 1,590 kg (3,505 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $33,800 USD, compared with $39,990 USD for 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.