2024 Kia Forte vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Forte

2024 Kia
Forte

MSRP*: $19,990 to $25,390
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

2024 Toyota
Corolla Hybrid

MSRP*: $23,500 to $28,340
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MPG - City 22 - 30 MPG 47 - 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 41 MPG 41 - 46 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 138-hp, 1.8-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 147 - 201 hp 138 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Kia Forte offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Kia Forte and the Toyota Corolla Hybrid in the front seats.

Convenience
The Kia Forte will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Kia Forte is a little wider than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, 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 Hybrid.

Handling
The Kia Forte has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Forte is somewhat more powerful than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Kia Forte does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid.

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 Hybrid.