Kia Forte vs Tesla Model 3

2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2026 Tesla Model 3
2026 Tesla Model 3
$36,990MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2026 Tesla Model 3
$36,990MSRP
Overview

Overview

Years produced

2010-2024

Years produced

2017-Present

MSRP

$19,690

MSRP

$36,990

Listings

9645

Listings

5869

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.

Reviews Summary

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Engine

425 hp Electric

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

RWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

82 kWh

MPG City

28

MPG City

145

MPG Highway

39

MPG Highway

128

Battery Charge Time (240V)

Battery Charge Time (240V)

11.7 hours
2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Tesla Model 3
2026 Tesla Model 3
$36,990MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Tesla Model 3
$36,990MSRP
Overview

Overview

Years produced
2010-2024
2017-Present
MSRP
$19,690
$36,990
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.3

4.7

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.
Video
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 147 hp I4
425 hp Electric
Drive Train
FWD
RWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
82 kWh
MPG City
28
145
MPG Highway
39
128
Battery Charge Time (240V)
11.7 hours
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