Wanting a 2024 Kia Sportage but don’t know how it compares to others? Let’s take a look at a competitor, the Honda HR-V to see how well the Sportage does against it.
Key Takeaways
- Both vehicles have similar fuel consumption with the Sportage having a larger tank capable of going further.
- The Kia Sportage offers larger screens starting on the base trim.
- The Kia Sportage offers a rear-view camera for added convenience.
What transmission is in the 2024 Kia Sportage?
For the mechanical specs of the 2024 Kia Sportage you’re treated to an 8-speed automatic transmission that’s paired with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that produces 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque.
What transmission is in the 2024 Honda HR-V?
The HR-V features a continuously variable transmission, which is lighter than the traditional automatic transmission. The transmission is paired with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that is capable of producing 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque.
While the HR-V has a lighter transmission, the Kia Sportage offers a bigger engine that generates more power behind the wheel.
How big is the gas tank on a 2024 Kia Sportage?
The 2024 Kia Sportage’s gas tank is 14.3 gallons. On top of having a large gas tank, the Sportage also offers good fuel efficiency, getting an EPA combined 28 MPG, which breaks down to 25 city miles and 33 highway miles. When looking at the miles you can get with the gas tank size you will go 357 miles on one tank in the city, and 471 miles on one tank on the highway.
How big is the gas tank on a 2024 Honda HR-V?
The 2024 Honda HR-V's gas tank is 14 gallons. For the HR-V you are treated to a combined EPA rating of 28 mpg which breaks down to 26 city miles and 32 highway miles. When doing the math for the gas tank and fuel consumption, you will get 364 city miles, and 448 highway miles on one tank.
Both vehicles have the same combined EPA rating but differ slightly for highway and city miles, the Kia has a slightly larger gas tank so is able to go further on the highway side of things, while keeping up on the city side only missing out on a few miles.
Kia Sportage 2024 price
The 2024 Kia Sportage starts at $27,190 and is offered in 7 trims, starting at different prices.
- LX starting at $27,190
- EX starting at $29,190
- X-Line AWD starting at $31,990
- SX starting at $32,690
- SX Prestige starting at $34,690
- Sportage X-Pro starting at $36,190
- Sportage X-Pro Prestige starting at $37,990
The LX is the starting point for the lineup, it features a 12.2-inch instrument display making it easier to see the vehicle’s information due to its size. It also comes with an 8-inch touchscreen display. Other features include remote keyless entry, making it more convenient to get into your vehicle, a rear-view camera giving you a better view while backing into a spot, or simply seeing behind you.
Honda HR-V 2024 price
The 2024 Honda HR-V starts at $24,600 and comes in 3 trims, each with their own unique features.
- LX starting at $24,600
- Sport starting at $26,150
- EX-L starting at $28,150
The LX starts off the lineup featuring a 7-inch driver information interface and a 7-inch color touchscreen. Other features include an automatic climate control system, and one touch turn indicators.
When comparing the two LX trims from both models, the Kia offers bigger screens, a rear view camera, and a keyless entry, unlike the HR-V.
Summary
The 2024 Kia Sportage offers better features across the board over the HR-V. If you want to get behind the wheel of a 2024 Kia Sportage, stop by Alan Jay Kia today to schedule your test drive!