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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs 2022 Kia Forte

2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2022 Kia Forte
2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
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2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$28,695

MSRP

$19,090

Listings

10

Listings

136

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Pros

  • Spacious

  • Impressive technology

  • Excellent value for money

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Noisy

  • Unimpressive NHTSA crash-test rating

2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews Summary

2022 Kia Forte Reviews Summary

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 228 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

23

MPG City

29

MPG Highway

30

MPG Highway

39
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
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2022 Kia Forte
2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$28,695MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$28,695
$19,090
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

5.0

5.0

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Spacious

  • Impressive technology

  • Excellent value for money

Cons

  • Underwhelming base engine

  • Noisy

  • Unimpressive NHTSA crash-test rating

Summary

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 228 hp I4
2.0L 147 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
23
29
MPG Highway
30
39
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