Kia Forte vs Honda Civic Hatchback
Overview | |
Years produced2010-2024 | Years produced1998 |
MSRP$19,690 | MSRP$24,950 |
Listings9483 | Listings8948 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryFew cars can put a smile on your face when driving and making the monthly payment like a 2024 Civic can. That’s especially true when it comes to the hatchback version, which adds significant utility and an available manual transmission to the mix. Last redesigned for 2022, the Civic hasn’t seen any major changes since then. But next year, the 2025 Civic Hybrid arrives in both hatch and sedan flavors. Verdict: We’re big fans of the 2024 Honda Civic. Unless you want all-wheel drive, you can’t go wrong with this excellent compact car. It’s practical and safe, affordable yet first-rate, and thanks to its available turbocharged engine is a blast to drive. Instead of getting a small SUV like everyone else, strongly consider a Civic Hatchback instead. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.3 cu ft | Cargo Space24.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight2769 lbs | Curb Weight2928 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height55.7 in |
Length182.7 in | Length179.0 in |
Width70.9 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase107.7 in |
Maximum Payload1023 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2010-2024 | 1998 |
MSRP | $19,690 | $24,950 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | Few cars can put a smile on your face when driving and making the monthly payment like a 2024 Civic can. That’s especially true when it comes to the hatchback version, which adds significant utility and an available manual transmission to the mix. Last redesigned for 2022, the Civic hasn’t seen any major changes since then. But next year, the 2025 Civic Hybrid arrives in both hatch and sedan flavors. Verdict: We’re big fans of the 2024 Honda Civic. Unless you want all-wheel drive, you can’t go wrong with this excellent compact car. It’s practical and safe, affordable yet first-rate, and thanks to its available turbocharged engine is a blast to drive. Instead of getting a small SUV like everyone else, strongly consider a Civic Hatchback instead. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.3 cu ft | 24.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2769 lbs | 2928 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 179.0 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1023 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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