Hyundai ELANTRA GT vs. Kia Forte5
When comparing the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's and the Kia Forte5's specifications and ratings, The Kia Forte5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Hyundai ELANTRA GT and Kia Forte5 have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA GT's and the Kia Forte5's specifications and ratings, the Kia Forte5 is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA GT.
Hyundai ELANTRA GT vs. Kia Forte5 Pricing
A used 2018 Hyundai ELANTRA GT ranges from $12,795 to $20,996 while a used 2018 Kia Forte5 is priced between $10,998 to $19,919.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA GT’s base engine makes 161 horsepower, and the Kia Forte5 base engine makes 164 horsepower. The ELANTRA GT is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. The Forte5 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. This gives the Kia Forte5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai ELANTRA GT. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai ELANTRA GT and Kia Forte5 are comparable in regards to interior volume and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai ELANTRA GT has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12795 - 20996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.437213
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10998 - 19919
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.566667 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Kia Forte5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
32 out of / 43Kia Forte5 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ELANTRA GT Trim Levels
Base, Sport
Kia Forte5 Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX
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 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
161 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
164 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
24.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
23.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2901 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
170.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2928 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
171.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15