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Kia Forte vs Kia Forte5

2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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2024 Kia Forte5
2024 Kia Forte5
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2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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2024 Kia Forte5
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Overview

Years produced

2010-2024

Years produced

2011-2018

MSRP

$19,690

MSRP

Listings

228

Listings

19

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros

  • Excellent value for money

  • Comfortable

  • Manual transmission available

Cons

  • Lower-than-average crash test scores

  • Underwhelming base engine

Reviews Summary

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 147 hp I4

Engine

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

Horsepower

MPG City

28

MPG City

MPG Highway

39

MPG Highway

2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Kia Forte5
2024 Kia Forte5
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Overview
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Kia Forte5
Not Available
Overview

Overview

Years produced
2010-2024
2011-2018
MSRP
$19,690
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.5

4.6

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Excellent value for money

  • Comfortable

  • Manual transmission available

Cons

  • Lower-than-average crash test scores

  • Underwhelming base engine

Summary
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 147 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
28
MPG Highway
39
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