2021 Lexus IS vs 2022 Kia Forte
Overview | |
MSRP$39,050 | MSRP$19,090 |
Listings18 | Listings139 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2021 Lexus IS Reviews SummaryThe new Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be. | |
2022 Kia Forte Reviews SummaryWith inflation and gas prices delivering a one-two punch to Canadian budgets, could compact cars like the 2022 Kia Forte make a comeback? The segment is full of good choices, and you can easily get one with all of the modern infotainment technology and safety features for under $30,000. Plus, today’s compact cars are the size of midsize sedans from a decade or two ago. Good thing Kia has updated the Forte for the 2022 model year with sharper styling and new infotainment, driver assist, and collision avoidance systems. Just in case consumers decide their next ride needs to be thriftier and more affordable. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway39 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway39 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3715 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height56.5 in |
Length185.4 in | Length182.7 in |
Width72.4 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1023 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,050 | $19,090 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The new Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be. | With inflation and gas prices delivering a one-two punch to Canadian budgets, could compact cars like the 2022 Kia Forte make a comeback? The segment is full of good choices, and you can easily get one with all of the modern infotainment technology and safety features for under $30,000. Plus, today’s compact cars are the size of midsize sedans from a decade or two ago. Good thing Kia has updated the Forte for the 2022 model year with sharper styling and new infotainment, driver assist, and collision avoidance systems. Just in case consumers decide their next ride needs to be thriftier and more affordable. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 39 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 39 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3715 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 185.4 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1023 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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