2024 Honda CR-V vs. 2024 Kia Niro Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda CR-V

2024 Honda
CR-V

MSRP*: $29,500 to $36,160
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Picture of the 2024 Kia Niro

2024 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,940 to $35,340
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MPG - City 27 - 28 MPG 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 34 MPG 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 190-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 190 hp 139 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 184.8 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 40.0 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Honda CR-V offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Niro, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda CR-V and the Kia Niro.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda CR-V as you will with the Kia Niro, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Honda CR-V will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Niro.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V is much wider than the Kia Niro, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Honda CR-V, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro.

Handling
The Honda CR-V has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda CR-V greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Honda CR-V does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V and the Kia Niro. The Honda CR-V has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Niro.