Kia Forte vs. Hyundai Elantra
In the market for a sedan that will make your drives more stylish, connected, and fun? Drivers in the Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, IN areas have a lot to choose from, including the 2023 Kia Forte and the 2023 Hyundai Elantra. Both models offer great features, but which one will suit your driving style better?
With the help of the team at Andy Mohr KIA, you can find out. In our Kia Forte vs. Hyundai Elantra comparison, you can see these two popular sedans go head to head. Keep reading to see which one will come out on top.
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These two models come with impressive engines under their hoods. In fact, they're quite similar in terms of their overall power. That means you can expect similar outputs as well. However, you’ll find that one model will make your road trips a bit easier.
The Forte and the Elantra are both equipped with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that supplies up to 147 horsepower, adding some nice vigor to your commutes.
Additionally, the Forte and the Elantra deliver exceptional fuel ratings to help you zip around town with minimal gas station interruptions. However, this is where their similarities end.
The 2023 Kia Forte comes with a 14-gallon fuel tank, which allows you to travel a maximum of 574 highway miles on a single tank of fuel.
Prepare to make more frequent stops with the Hyundai Elantra since it only offers a 12.4-gallon tank. With its smaller tank, you’ll need to refuel at around 533 highway miles.
Being cozy for the ride ahead is important, and, luckily enough, both the 2023 Forte and the Elantra deliver on this front!
First up is the 2023 Kia Forte, which offers the innovative dual-zone automatic temperature control. This system allows you to set different temperatures for the driver and front passenger to make everyone inside happy.
The Hyundai Elantra also comes with an available dual-zone climate control system.
To add to the comfort, the Forte also offers a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat to help you find the perfect position for your commutes.
The Hyundai Elantra comes with a 6-way adjustable driver's seat, which offers fewer adjustable positions than its competitor.
Both the Kia Forte and the Hyundai Elantra have ample interior space for your passengers to remain comfortable and to load up your luggage and groceries. Whether you’re packing for a vacation or bringing home fresh goodies from the farmers market, let’s find out which model will be better for your needs.
The Hyundai Elantra has 14.2 cubic feet of cargo space, which equates to roughly four large suitcases. The Kia Forte has a bit more cargo space, topping out at 15.3 cubic feet. You'll be able to fit about five large suitcases into the Forte’s trunk.
Hit the road in the 2023 Kia Forte, knowing that no one will have to hold their bags on their laps!
When you’re on the go and have a lot of cargo in your arms, putting it down to open the trunk takes a bit of work. That’s why the Kia Forte offers the available Smart Trunk™, which will open automatically if you stand behind it with the Smart Key.
The Hyundai also offers a feature like this.
With smooth performance, high fuel economy, and exceptional amenities, the 2023 Kia Forte is the choice of the team at Andy Mohr KIA. To see it for yourself and experience it firsthand, schedule a test drive and then hit the roads near Avon, Indianapolis, or Plainfield, IN!
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