2022 Kia Forte vs 2022 Kia K5
Overview | |
MSRP$23,790 | MSRP$19,090 |
Average price$29,704 | Average price$22,978 |
Listings12 | Listings115 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2022 Kia K5 Reviews SummaryLast model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems and upper trim levels add standard features. | |
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 | |
Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway39 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway39 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3115 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.5 in |
Length193.1 in | Length182.7 in |
Width73.2 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1239 lbs | Maximum Payload1023 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,790 | $19,090 |
Average price | $29,704 | $22,978 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Last model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems and upper trim levels add standard features. | 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 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 39 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 180 hp I4 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 39 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3115 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1239 lbs | 1023 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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