Kia Forte GT vs. Honda Civic Sport
When comparing the Kia Forte GT's and the Honda Civic Sport's specifications and ratings, the Kia Forte GT 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 base engine power. The Honda Civic Sport has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Kia Forte GT's and the Honda Civic Sport's specifications and ratings, the Honda Civic Sport is a better car than the Kia Forte GT.
Kia Forte GT vs. Honda Civic Sport Pricing
A used 2023 Kia Forte GT ranges from $23,971 to $29,969 while a used 2023 Honda Civic Sport is priced between $25,729 to $31,077. For a new model, the Kia Forte GT's price is between $25,286 and $30,494, with the Honda Civic Sport priced between $25,805 and $27,343.
Kia Forte GT vs. Honda Civic Sport Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Forte GT loses 39.8 percent of its value and the Honda Civic Sport loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the Honda Civic Sport retains 9.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Forte GT.
Kia Forte GT vs. Honda Civic Sport Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Forte is 7.9 out of 10 while the Honda Civic's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Kia Forte being ranked 14 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Honda Civic being ranked 3 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Kia Forte is ranked 20 and the Honda Civic is ranked 5.
Kia Forte GT vs. Honda Civic Sport Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Forte is 7.6 out of 10. For the Honda Civic the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Honda Civic an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Forte.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Forte GT’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Honda Civic Sport base engine makes 158 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Honda Civic Sport 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 GT has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Civic Sport has higher safety ratings than the Kia Forte GT, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Honda Civic Sport has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,286 - $30,494
Used Asking Price:
$23,971 - $29,969
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,805 - $27,343
Used Asking Price:
$25,729 - $31,077
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
30.4%
Kia Forte Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Kia Forte Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 43Ranking
27 out of / 43Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Kia Forte Trim Levels
GT-Line, LX, LXS
Other Honda Civic Trim Levels
EX, LX, Si, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3012 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2935 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40R18
