Nissan Sentra vs Kia Forte
Overview | |
MSRP$21,180 | MSRP$19,690 |
Listings9365 | Listings9139 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryVerdict: The Sentra sits between the Versa and Altima in Nissan’s sedan lineup, making it the automaker’s entry into a diminished but still competitive compact-sedan segment that includes the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Jetta. For 2024, the Sentra gets refreshed styling and some mechanical changes for improved fuel economy. The Sentra is an honest compact sedan that falls short in some areas, but excels in value. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway39 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | 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 Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3036 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.5 in |
Length182.9 in | Length182.7 in |
Width71.5 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.6 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload921 lbs | Maximum Payload1023 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,180 | $19,690 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Verdict: The Sentra sits between the Versa and Altima in Nissan’s sedan lineup, making it the automaker’s entry into a diminished but still competitive compact-sedan segment that includes the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Jetta. For 2024, the Sentra gets refreshed styling and some mechanical changes for improved fuel economy. The Sentra is an honest compact sedan that falls short in some areas, but excels in value. | 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 149 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 39 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 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 | 14.3 cu ft | 15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3036 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 182.9 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 921 lbs | 1023 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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