2024 INFINITI Q50 vs. 2024 Kia Forte Review

Picture of the 2024 INFINITI Q50

2024 INFINITI
Q50

MSRP*: $43,050 to $58,900
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Picture of the 2024 Kia Forte

2024 Kia
Forte

MSRP*: $19,990 to $25,390
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 22 - 30 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 31 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 300-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 147-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp 147 - 201 hp
Exterior Length 189.6 in 182.7 in
Exterior Width 71.8 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.1 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 35.7 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 36.8 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will feel a little more squished in the INFINITI Q50 than in the Kia Forte, due to the INFINITI Q50's smaller rear head- and legroom. The INFINITI Q50 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Forte.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the INFINITI Q50 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 INFINITI Q50 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Forte, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The INFINITI Q50 is a little wider than the Kia Forte, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the INFINITI Q50, which is slightly longer than the Kia Forte.

Handling
The INFINITI Q50 has a larger turning radius than the Kia Forte, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the INFINITI Q50 has a much more powerful engine than the Kia Forte. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the INFINITI Q50 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Kia Forte.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the INFINITI Q50 and the Kia Forte.