Kia K5 vs Kia Forte

2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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2025 Kia K5
2025 Kia K5
$27,190MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2025 Kia K5
$27,190MSRP
Overview

Overview

Years produced

2010-2024

Years produced

2021-Present

MSRP

$19,690

MSRP

$27,190

Listings

1323

Listings

45

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros

  • Excellent value for money

  • Comfortable

  • Manual transmission available

Cons

  • Lower-than-average crash test scores

  • Underwhelming base engine

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.

Reviews Summary

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 191 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

Horsepower

191 hp @ 6100 rpm

MPG City

28

MPG City

26

MPG Highway

39

MPG Highway

37
2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 Kia K5
2025 Kia K5
$27,190MSRP
Overview
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 Kia K5
$27,190MSRP
Overview

Overview

Years produced
2010-2024
2021-Present
MSRP
$19,690
$27,190
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.3

4.8

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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 147 hp I4
2.5L 191 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
MPG City
28
26
MPG Highway
39
37
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