Honda Civic vs Kia Forte
Overview | |
MSRP$23,950 | MSRP$19,690 |
Listings9424 | Listings8499 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryUnchanged since it last received a redesign for the 2022 model year, the 11th generation 2024 Civic Si takes everything that is good about the standard Civic Sedan and amplifies it for people who love the journey as much as the destination. It has a high-output turbocharged engine, comes only with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive, and boasts dynamic improvements that make it more rewarding to drive. In addition, because you must know how to use a clutch pedal to operate this car, owning one is like joining an exclusive club limiting membership to legitimate car enthusiasts. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Kia Forte makes its mark among rival compact sedans with value. You get more for the money than with its rivals, but at the same time, you won't feel as though you have to sacrifice quality or performance. It's an all-around solid choice in a very competitive class. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City31 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway39 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City31 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway39 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.8 cu ft | Cargo Space15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight2877 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height56.5 in |
Length184.0 in | Length182.7 in |
Width70.9 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase107.7 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1023 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,950 | $19,690 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Unchanged since it last received a redesign for the 2022 model year, the 11th generation 2024 Civic Si takes everything that is good about the standard Civic Sedan and amplifies it for people who love the journey as much as the destination. It has a high-output turbocharged engine, comes only with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive, and boasts dynamic improvements that make it more rewarding to drive. In addition, because you must know how to use a clutch pedal to operate this car, owning one is like joining an exclusive club limiting membership to legitimate car enthusiasts. | The 2023 Kia Forte makes its mark among rival compact sedans with value. You get more for the money than with its rivals, but at the same time, you won't feel as though you have to sacrifice quality or performance. It's an all-around solid choice in a very competitive class. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 31 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 39 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 31 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 39 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.8 cu ft | 15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2877 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 184.0 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 107.7 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1023 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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