2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2024 Kia Niro Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid

2024 Honda
CR-V Hybrid

MSRP*: $34,050 to $40,200
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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 40 - 43 MPG 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 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 204 hp 139 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 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 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 Hybrid offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Niro, with comparable head- and legroom. The Kia Niro will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Honda CR-V Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda CR-V Hybrid 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). The Honda CR-V Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Niro.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V Hybrid 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 Hybrid, 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 Hybrid 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 Hybrid greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Honda CR-V Hybrid transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively 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 Hybrid and the Kia Niro. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Niro.