Scion iA vs. Kia Forte
In comparing the Scion iA's and the Kia Forte's specifications and ratings, the Scion iA has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Kia Forte has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Scion iA's and the Kia Forte's specifications and ratings, the Kia Forte is a better car than the Scion iA.
Scion iA vs. Kia Forte Pricing
A used 2016 Scion iA ranges from $7,990 to $16,497 while a used 2016 Kia Forte is priced between $7,500 to $16,374.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Scion iA’s base engine makes 106 horsepower, and the Kia Forte base engine makes 145 horsepower. The iA is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles. The Forte is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles.This gives the Scion iA the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Kia Forte the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Forte has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Kia Forte 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:
7990 - 16497
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7500 - 16374
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.397863
Scion iA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Forte Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.866667 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Scion iA Rankings
Not yet available
Kia 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
Scion iA Trim Levels
Base
Kia Forte Trim Levels
EX, LX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 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
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:
106 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
103 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
145 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
130 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 41 / 35
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 37 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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 Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2385 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
171.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2804 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
179.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
185/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15