Compare Kia Forte Vs Hyundai Elantra

Kia Forte versus the Hyundai Elantra: Sedan Shootout in Dartmouth, MA

Dartmouth, MA drivers: sedans are everywhere. Year after year, more and more of them arrive, offering incredible performance, impressive tech features, and sleek eye-catching designs. The Kia Forte is the latest offering from Kia, providing just that. But competitors like the Hyundai Elantra leave drivers in Fall River wondering which they should choose. Thanks to Kia of Dartmouth, learn more about how the Kia Forte in the Hyundai Elantra matchup below.

Performance

The Kia Forte is offered in four trim levels. Under the hood of the base models, drivers will find a two-liter four-cylinder engine, which can produce a lively 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. This is matched with a continuously variable automatic transmission for seamless gear shifting. Upper trim levels like the GT boast a livelier turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, now pumping out 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission provides sporty handling for drivers in the Raynham area.

The Hyundai Elantra is equally impressive, with a two-liter four-cylinder engine producing 147 horsepower under the first few trim levels. The N Line version of the Hyundai Elantra pumps out 201 horsepower thanks to a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine. If you want to go all the way, consider the Elantra in this turbocharged vehicle, making a dynamic 276 horsepower and 289 pound-feet of torque.

For many drivers, the offering from the Kia Forte will be plenty if you're interested in having a bit of weekend fun or daily driving in the Bourne, MA area.

Interior and Tech

The Kia Forte is impressively outfitted with modern tech starting from the base model. An eight-inch touchscreen infotainment display pairs up wirelessly with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This projects your smartphone onto this touchscreen display, so you can use your favorite mobile apps on the go. The Hyundai Elantra has a similar setup with the base model.

As we climb the trim levels, the Kia Forte tacks on a larger 10.25-inch infotainment display with the GT Line trim. This larger display is reserved exclusively for the top-of-the-line trim when it comes to the Hyundai Elantra, the Limited. Other tech features offered with higher trim levels of the Kia Forte include a wireless charging pad, a Harman Kardon audio system, and heated and ventilated front seats. The Hyundai Elantra is more limited in terms of tech, often reserving the more premium features in a package known as the Convenience package.

Safety Features

The Kia Forte ships with an impressive spread of safety features. Every Kia Forte includes forward collision mitigation, lane departure warnings, lane-keeping assistance, a lane-keeping system, and a driver attention warning system. The Hyundai Elantra features many of the same features while adding on safe exit warnings and rear automatic braking. These models are evenly matched when it comes to safety features, so no matter which models you choose to navigate the Taunton area and beyond, you will feel secure behind the wheel of these impressive vehicles.

Visit our Dealership near Swansea

While the Hyundai Elantra is impressive, the Kia Forte is a well-rounded offering for Dartmouth drivers. Kia of Dartmouth is proud to offer the Kia Forte for drivers to experience. Schedule a test drive with us, and our sales team will take you through all of the features available across the four trim levels of this incredible vehicle. Once you found the ideal trim for your needs, our finance team is waiting to offer you leasing and financing deals that will have you on the road and moving at a great price. Contact us today to get started.