Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Kia Forte
When comparing the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Kia Forte's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The Kia Forte has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Hyundai ELANTRA and Kia Forte have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Kia Forte's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Kia Forte Pricing
A used 2024 Hyundai ELANTRA ranges from $22,777 to $28,460 while a used 2024 Kia Forte is priced between $20,371 to $26,788. For a new model, the Hyundai ELANTRA's price is between $22,949 and $28,585, with the Kia Forte priced between $20,914 and $27,815.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Kia Forte Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value and the Kia Forte loses 39.8 percent of its value. This means the Kia Forte retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Kia Forte Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.1 out of 10 while the Kia Forte's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Kia Forte being ranked 15 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17 and the Kia Forte is ranked 23.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Kia Forte Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10. For the Kia Forte the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Forte.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Hyundai ELANTRA and the Kia Forte makes 147 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Kia Forte has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai ELANTRA has higher safety ratings than the Kia Forte, with an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22949 - 28585
Used Asking Price:
22777 - 28460
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411314
Pricing
New Asking Price:
20914 - 27815
Used Asking Price:
20371 - 26788
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.397863
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.121713 / 10
Reliability:
7.82514 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Kia Forte Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.866667 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Kia Forte Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
27 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
Kia Forte Trim Levels
GT, GT-Line, LX, LXS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 39 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2769 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/60R15