When it comes to small sedans, you want to make sure that you are getting your money's worth. That's why the Kia Forte is such a popular choice: it's designed to give you more. At Kia of Dartmouth, we're proud to put the Kia Forte up against the best. Let's take a look at how the Kia Forte compares against the Honda Civic.
- Starting Price: The Kia Forte has a starting price of $17,890 while the Honda Civic has a starting price of $19,850. That means you can get the Forte for almost $2,000 less than the Civic.
- Performance: The Forte's performance trim, the GT, features a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine with 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The Honda Civic's performance trim, the Si, is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that makes 205 horsepower and 192 pound-feet of torque. The Forte GT has a little less horsepower, but a little more torque.
- Warranty: The Kia Forte comes with a 5-year of a 60,000-mile basic warranty while the Honda Civic comes with a 3-year or 36,000-mile basic warranty. That means that Kia stands behind their vehicle for two more years than the Honda Civic.
- Trunk Capacity: When it comes to trunk capacity, the Kia Forte allows you to store up to 15.3 cubic feet of luggage. Looking at the Honda Civic, you only get up to 11.9 cubic feet of space. Overall, the Kia Forte is better when it comes to packing for those long road trips.
- Fuel Capacity: Finally, let's take a look at fuel capacity. The Kia Forte has a total fuel capacity of 14 gallons. The Honda Civic has a maximum fuel capacity of just 12.4 gallons. That means that the Kia Forte can go longer between trips to the gas station. This comes in handy during long road trips.
Test Drive the Kia Forte in Dartmouth
If you're in the market for a new compact car, come see for yourself why the new Kia Forte is one of the best values in its class. Visit Kia of Dartmouth, where you can get behind the wheel for a test drive, and don't forget to ask about our fantastic financing and lease deals. We're looking forward to serving you.