Honda Civic vs Kia Forte

2025 Honda Civic
2025 Honda Civic
$24,250MSRP
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2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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2025 Honda Civic
$24,250MSRP
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2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

1973-Present

Years produced

2010-Present

MSRP

$24,250

MSRP

$19,690

Average price

$21,550

Average price

$17,846

Listings

3867

Listings

1286

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

Engine

2.0L 147 hp I4

Drive Train

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

MPG City

28

MPG Highway

MPG Highway

39
2025 Honda Civic
2025 Honda Civic
$24,250MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2023 Kia Forte
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 Honda Civic
$24,250MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Kia Forte
$19,690MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
1973-Present
2010-Present
MSRP
$24,250
$19,690
Average price
$21,550
$17,846
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews
4.4
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.
Video
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 147 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
28
MPG Highway
39
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