Offering up an enviable wealth of interior comforts and tech features, in addition to its well-equipped exterior, the 2020 Kia Sportage is taking the world of compact SUVs by storm. At this rate, none of its fellow segment rivals are safe—not even the 2019 Honda CR-V! Today, to prove just how exceptional the latest iteration of the Sportage is, Weseloh Kia is comparing these two models to determine the superior set of wheels.
Exterior Conveniences
Before we step inside the 2020 Sportage and 2019 CR-V, let’s take a moment to appreciate what they have to offer on the outside. Right out of the gates, the SUV from Kia proves that it’s ready to make your daily excursions more convenient, thanks to its optional windshield wiper de-icer. If you plan on heading north, such an amenity is a must! Unfortunately, winter road trips might not be as convenient in the model from Honda, as it lacks this feature entirely. Additionally, if you end up sticking with CR-V’s base trim, you won’t be able to access heated side mirrors. Thankfully, the Sportage has you covered with its base LX edition, which does allow for such an upgrade.
Comfort
As we move on to the interior, the 2020 Kia Sportage continues to build on its lead over the 2019 Honda CR-V. If you’re hoping to access dual-zone climate control, the Kia makes this a bit easier to accomplish by offering such a system as an available upgrade in the base trim level. Similar to before, the CR-V misses the mark by only providing this feature in the higher trim levels, which will likely cost you much more. One convenience that the SUV from Honda completely lacks are ventilating front-row seats. Given the hot temperatures we experience here in the summer, such a feature is a must. Once again, the Kia Sportage saves the day by including this option in the EX and SX Turbo trims. That way, you can enjoy long drives down I-5 even during the peak of summer!
Technology
Finally, your SUV should offer the very latest in cabin technology, so make sure you opt for the vehicle that goes the extra mile on your behalf—the Kia Sportage. Tapping into music and more is a breeze through this model’s standard 8-inch touchscreen display, which comes complete with standard Apple CarPlay™1 and Android Auto™2. Incredibly, not only does the CR-V lack standard smartphone integration capabilities, but its standard media center only comes in at a measly five inches. To make matters worse for the Honda, its standard sound system is limited to four speakers, which might not do your favorite bands justice. With the Sportage, you’ll receive six standard speakers to keep your tunes cranking in exceptional quality.
We hope that this matchup of the 2020 Kia Sportage vs 2019 Honda CR-V near North County, CA, has effectively demonstrated what makes the Sportage the wiser choice. To put our word to the test, stop into Weseloh Kia for a test drive today. You’ll find us at 5331 Paseo Del Norte in Carlsbad, CA!
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