Hyundai Sonata vs Kia Forte

2025 Hyundai Sonata
2025 Hyundai Sonata
$26,900MSRP
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2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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2025 Hyundai Sonata
$26,900MSRP
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2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1989-Present

Years produced

2010-2024

MSRP

$26,900

MSRP

$19,690

Listings

923

Listings

1323

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

Pros

  • Excellent value for money

  • Comfortable

  • Manual transmission available

Cons

  • Lower-than-average crash test scores

  • Underwhelming base engine

Reviews Summary

Reviews Summary

The 2023 Kia Forte makes its mark among rival compact sedans with value. You get more for the money than with its rivals, but at the same time, you won't feel as though you have to sacrifice quality or performance. It's an all-around solid choice in a very competitive class.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Drive Train

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

MPG City

28

MPG Highway

MPG Highway

39
2025 Hyundai Sonata
2025 Hyundai Sonata
$26,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2025 Hyundai Sonata
$26,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
1989-Present
2010-2024
MSRP
$26,900
$19,690
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.4

4.3

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Excellent value for money

  • Comfortable

  • Manual transmission available

Cons

  • Lower-than-average crash test scores

  • Underwhelming base engine

Summary
The 2023 Kia Forte makes its mark among rival compact sedans with value. You get more for the money than with its rivals, but at the same time, you won't feel as though you have to sacrifice quality or performance. It's an all-around solid choice in a very competitive class.
Video
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 147 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
28
MPG Highway
39
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