Kia Forte vs Chevrolet Malibu

2017 Chevrolet Malibu
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
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2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
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2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1964-1965

Years produced

2010-Present

MSRP

$21,680

MSRP

$19,690

Average price

$19,426

Average price

$18,138

Listings

1145

Listings

1195
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10
Pros
  • Excellent value for money
  • Comfortable
  • Manual transmission available
Cons
  • Lower-than-average crash test scores
  • Underwhelming base engine

Reviews Summary

Reviews Summary

The 2023 Kia Forte makes its mark among rival compact sedans with value. You get more for the money than with its rivals, but at the same time, you won't feel as though you have to sacrifice quality or performance. It's an all-around solid choice in a very competitive class.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

1.5L 160 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

160 hp @ 5700 rpm

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

27

MPG City

28

MPG Highway

36

MPG Highway

39
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
$21,680MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
Years produced
1964-1965
2010-Present
MSRP
$21,680
$19,690
Average price
$19,426
$18,138
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.2
4.3
Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Excellent value for money
  • Comfortable
  • Manual transmission available
Cons
  • Lower-than-average crash test scores
  • Underwhelming base engine
Summary
The 2023 Kia Forte makes its mark among rival compact sedans with value. You get more for the money than with its rivals, but at the same time, you won't feel as though you have to sacrifice quality or performance. It's an all-around solid choice in a very competitive class.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
1.5L 160 hp I4
2.0L 147 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
160 hp @ 5700 rpm
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
27
28
MPG Highway
36
39
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