Honda HR-V Vs Kia Sonic Comparison

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This is Honda HR-V Vs Kia Stonic comparison for 2022. Woah! you may question wheather the new HR-V vs Kia Sonic is an appropriate comparison? Let us explain the situation. The prior generation HR-V and Stonic where perfect competitors in terms of pricing and specification. So is the new HR-V worth the pricing above the Stonic or is it just a rip off blamed on inflation or marketing?

Honda HR-V Vs Kia Stonic exterior comparison: The old HR-V had a youthful look that’s aged well where as the Stonic was always the more conservative design despite being newer. The new HR-V has contemporary styling as it looks like just about any other new SUV on sale at the moment eg. Lexus, Ford etc… nonetheless it does look more premium but even more conservative than the Stonic. Simply put the new HR-V looks designed by an experienced designer/s although quite aged compared to the Stonic that looks like one that is still in 1st year design school lacking any new ideas.

Honda HR-V Vs Kia Stonic interior comparison: The Kia is a nice place to be in for the price but it is a little cheap compared to the new HR-V. We’d rather been the HR-V not for the space but it’s just nicer and what you’d expect for the price.

Honda HR-V Vs Kia Stonic engine and technology comparison: The HR-V has two engine choices of dent power and tech of which one is a Hybrid. In comparison the Stonic also has 2 engine options, a turbo and a non-turbo with barely adequate power. The turbo is the best option as there is enough torque to push you around but not much power. Hybrids are the way to go in 2022 so the HR-V is the choice but that price difference is scary…

Honda HR-V Vs Kia Stonic drive report : N/A

The conclusion and winner of the Honda HR-V Vs Kia Stonic comparison is the neither. We figure that you would only buy a Stonic if you don’t know any better or simply couldn’t afford a better smallish SUV. We also don’t think this is not a good example of a KIA branding ambitions unless we truly miss-understood their marketing position and we don’t think many buyers (if any) would consider buying another model. Especially increasingly public reports on engine problems mainly self igniting fires, admittedly quietly being fixed under warranty and recalls. Recalls should not be viewed as poor quality these days but that list should not keep growing.

2023 Honda HR-V	Kia Sonic
Engines
4 Cylinder – Petrol 1.5 Litre (1498cc) DOHC VVT EFI Claimed 89Kw @ 6600RPM Claimed 145Nm @ 4300RPM	3 Cylinder – Petrol 1.00 Litre (998cc) DOHC VVT EFI Turbo Claimed 74Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 172Nm @ 1500RPM
4 Cylinder – Petrol – Hybrid 1.5 Litre (1498cc) DOHC VVT EFI Turbo Claimed 96Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 253Nm @ 0RPM	4 Cylinder 1.4 Litre (1368cc) DOHC DI CR Claimed 74Kw @ 3800RPM Claimed 133Nm @ 1750RPM
Weight
Kerb weight FROM 1267Kg Towing capacity – None	Kerb weight FROM 1160Kg Towing capacity up to 900Kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Up to 45 litres IL4 1.5 Petrol 4.3 litres per 100km IL4 1.5 Petrol Hybrid 5.8 litres per 100km	Up to 45 litres IL3 1.0 Turbo Petrol 5.4 litres per 100km IL4 1.4 Petrol 6 litres per 100km
Other specifications
CVT Auto Overall height/width 1590/1790 Overall length/wheelbase 4335/2610 4WD system: None ANCAP Safety: x/x	6 Speed Auto or Manual + 7 Speed Auto DCT Overall height/width 1520/1760 Overall length/wheelbase 4140/2580 4WD system: None ANCAP Safety: x/x
Capability
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) 195 mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max	Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxx mm Water Fording depth xxmm Max
Performance
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Pricing
2023 $36,990 – 45,000 AUD 2021 $26,990 – 41,000 AUD 2020 $24,990 – 34,590 AUD 2017 $24,990 – 33,340 AUD	2021 $23,490 – 30,490 AUD
*Specs change due to model grade and configuration. Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!