2022 Kia Forte vs 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI

2022 Kia Forte
2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
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2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$30,530MSRP
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2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
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2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$30,530MSRP
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MSRP

$19,090

MSRP

$30,530

Average price

$22,968

Average price

$35,637

Listings

132

Listings

19
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros
  • Spacious
  • Impressive technology
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Noisy
  • Unimpressive NHTSA crash-test rating

2022 Kia Forte Reviews Summary

With inflation and gas prices delivering a one-two punch to Canadian budgets, could compact cars like the 2022 Kia Forte make a comeback? The segment is full of good choices, and you can easily get one with all of the modern infotainment technology and safety features for under $30,000. Plus, today’s compact cars are the size of midsize sedans from a decade or two ago.

Good thing Kia has updated the Forte for the 2022 model year with sharper styling and new infotainment, driver assist, and collision avoidance systems. Just in case consumers decide their next ride needs to be thriftier and more affordable.

2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI Reviews Summary

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 241 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

29

MPG City

24

MPG Highway

39

MPG Highway

34
2022 Kia Forte
2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI
2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$30,530MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Kia Forte
$19,090MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI
$30,530MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$19,090
$30,530
Average price
$22,968
$35,637
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.6
5.0
Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Spacious
  • Impressive technology
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Noisy
  • Unimpressive NHTSA crash-test rating
Summary

With inflation and gas prices delivering a one-two punch to Canadian budgets, could compact cars like the 2022 Kia Forte make a comeback? The segment is full of good choices, and you can easily get one with all of the modern infotainment technology and safety features for under $30,000. Plus, today’s compact cars are the size of midsize sedans from a decade or two ago.

Good thing Kia has updated the Forte for the 2022 model year with sharper styling and new infotainment, driver assist, and collision avoidance systems. Just in case consumers decide their next ride needs to be thriftier and more affordable.

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.0L 147 hp I4
2.0L 241 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
241 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
29
24
MPG Highway
39
34
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