2025 Honda
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2024 Kia
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| MPG - City | 31 - 32 MPG | 22 - 30 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 39 - 41 MPG | 31 - 41 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic, Continuously Variable, Manual |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 147 - 201 hp |
| Exterior Length | 184.8 in | 182.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 35.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in |
Front 38.8 in
Rear 37.5 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Honda Civic offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia Forte.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Honda Civic and the Kia Forte in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Civic as you will with the Kia Forte, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Civic is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Forte.
Dimensions
The Honda Civic is about the same width as the Kia Forte.
When looking at overall length, the Honda Civic takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Forte.
Handling
The Honda Civic has a larger turning radius than the Kia Forte, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Honda Civic and the Kia Forte.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Honda Civic and the Kia Forte do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Civic and the Kia Forte.