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Honda CR-V vs Kia Sorento — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Honda CR-V and the Kia Sorento: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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The Honda CR-V is 4% more expensive than the Kia Sorento (MAD 479,000 vs MAD 459,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Honda CR-V | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Honda | Kia |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Gearbox | CVT | Automatic |
| Power | 207 ch | 230 ch |
| Consumption | 6.4 L/100 km | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 479,000 | MAD 459,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 579,000 | MAD 569,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
HondaCR-V
Pros
- e:HEV 207 hp, the most generous hybrid power in the segment (except X-Trail e-POWER)
- Real Time AWD available on the Advance trim
- 617 L boot, one of the largest in the hybrid C-SUV segment
- Superior finish quality vs mainstream rivals
Watch-outs
- High entry price (479,000 MAD vs 429,000 for a RAV4 Hybrid)
- Residual value below the RAV4 Hybrid at 3 years
- No PHEV version in the Moroccan catalog
KiaSorento
Pros
- True 7-adult seats — 3rd row fits 1.75 m on normal trips
- Sorento Hybrid 230 hp — more powerful than Santa Fe Hybrid 215 hp
- Premium+ equipment: dual 12.3" screens, HUD, 14-speaker BOSE
- Sorento PHEV 57 km EV — reduced TVM vignette (0 MAD/year — exempt)
- Kia 5-year vehicle + 8-year / 160,000 km PHEV battery warranty
Watch-outs
- No 4WD gasoline or diesel version in MA catalogue
- 2020 design visible — 5th-gen redesign expected 2027
- Premium+ PHEV price passes 565k MAD with options
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Frequently asked — Honda CR-V vs Kia Sorento
Honda CR-V or Kia Sorento: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Kia Sorento (entry MAD 459,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Honda CR-V and the Kia Sorento?
The Honda CR-V starts at MAD 479,000 versus MAD 459,000 for the Kia Sorento, a 4% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Honda CR-V and Kia Sorento be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.