Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. Kia Forte Koup
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and Kia Forte Koup contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and the Kia Forte Koup.
When comparing the Hyundai Genesis Coupe's and the Kia Forte Koup's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Kia Forte Koup has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai Genesis Coupe's and the Kia Forte Koup's specifications and ratings, the Kia Forte Koup is a better car than the Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Pricing: A used 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe ranges from $12,920 to $24,234 while a used 2016 Kia Forte Koup is priced between $7,974 to $16,614.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe’s base engine makes 348 horsepower, and the Kia Forte Koup base engine makes 173 horsepower. The Genesis Coupe is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 413 miles. The Forte Koup is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. This gives the Kia Forte Koup the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Kia Forte Koup has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,890
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$18,136
Price Range:
$12,920 - $24,234
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
17
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
73,431
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,042
Price Range:
$7,974 - $16,614
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
15
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
94,326
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Hyundai Genesis Coupe Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Forte Koup Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Forte Koup
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
9.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Hyundai Genesis Coupe Rankings
Not yet available
Kia Forte Koup Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai Genesis Coupe Trim Levels
3.8, 3.8 R-Spec, 3.8 Ultimate
Kia Forte Koup Trim Levels
EX, 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):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
348 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 5100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.099 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
173 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
154 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
292 / 413 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3514 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2871 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
178.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Caspian Black
Blue
Ibiza Blue
Gray
Empire State Gray
Red
Tsukuba Red
Silver
Santiago Silver
White
Casablanca White
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black Pearl
Blue
Not available
Gray
Graphite Steel
Red
Not available
Silver
Silky Silver
White
Snow White Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
