2024 Kia
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2024 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 22 - 30 MPG | 31 - 32 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 31 - 41 MPG | 40 - 41 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable, Manual | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 147 - 201 hp | 169 hp |
| Exterior Length | 182.7 in | 182.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 35.7 in |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 34.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.8 in
Rear 37.5 in |
Front 38.0 - 38.3 in
Rear 37.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Kia Forte offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Corolla.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Kia Forte and the Toyota Corolla in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Forte as you will with the Toyota Corolla, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Forte will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Corolla.
Dimensions
The Kia Forte is a little wider than the Toyota Corolla, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Kia Forte takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Corolla.
Handling
The Kia Forte has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Corolla, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Kia Forte has less horsepower than the Toyota Corolla, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Kia Forte doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Corolla.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Kia Forte and the Toyota Corolla.