Kia Forte vs Lexus IS
Overview | |
MSRP$19,690 | MSRP$39,125 |
Listings1253 | Listings404 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe 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 SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.3 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight2769 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height56.5 in |
Length182.7 in | Length185.4 in |
Width70.9 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload1023 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $19,690 | $39,125 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 147 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.3 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2769 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1023 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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