Honda Civic vs Kia Sportage
Honda Civic
$33,199 – $33,950
Kia Sportage
$34,699 – $35,450
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Honda Civic vs Kia Sportage. Honda Civic offers the strongest value on price. Honda Civic leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Honda Civic
Best Value
Honda Civic
Fuel Economy
Honda Civic
Performance
Kia Sportage
Kia Sportage
4.6/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Honda Civic
$33,199 – $33,950
Rating: 4.7/10
Kia Sportage
$34,699 – $35,450
Rating: 4.6/10
| Specification |
Honda Civic |
Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sportage |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Compact Sedan | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $33,199 – $33,950 | $34,699 – $35,450 |
| MSRP | $33,950 | $35,450 |
| Dealer Price | $32,699 | $34,199 |
| Engine | 2.0L e:HEV Hybrid System | 1.6L Turbo Hybrid System |
| Horsepower | 200 hp (net combined) | 227 hp (net combined) |
| Torque | 232 lb-ft (electric motor) | 258 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | Approx. 6.2 sec (0-60 mph) | Approx. 7.2 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | Approx. 112 mph | Approx. 118 mph |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Mileage / MPG | 49 MPG combined (hybrid est.) | 38 MPG combined (AWD hybrid) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | N/A |
| Emissions | Low-emission certified (market dependent) | Low-emission certified (market dependent) |
| Battery | Lithium-ion hybrid battery | Lithium-ion polymer hybrid battery |
| Charging | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) | Self-charging hybrid (regenerative + engine) |
| Expert Rating | 4.7/10 | 4.6/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1510 | 1020 |
| Performance Score | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Comfort Score | 8.8 | 8.8 |
| Safety Score | 9.3 | 9.2 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.6 | 9.3 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Value Score | 9.1 | 9.1 |
| Pros | Excellent hybrid fuel economy; Strong acceleration from electric torque; Sharp handling and composed ride; High-quality... | Bold and modern exterior design; Strong hybrid power and torque; Competitive fuel economy with AWD; Dual 12.3-inch displ... |
| Cons | Rear seat is adequate, not class-leading for tall passengers; Road noise can increase on coarse pavement; Higher hybrid... | Ride can feel firm on rough roads; Rear visibility can feel limited; Higher trims increase cost quickly; Not the most en... |
