Kia Forte vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Overview | |
Years produced1994-Present | Years produced2010-Present |
MSRP$114,500 | MSRP$19,690 |
Average price$66,543 | Average price$17,846 |
Listings261 | Listings1286 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWhen it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 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 | |
Engine3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway39 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 429 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower429 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway39 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.9 cu ft | Cargo Space15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4740 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height59.2 in | Height56.5 in |
Length208.2 in | Length182.7 in |
Width83.0 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1387 lbs | Maximum Payload1023 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1994-Present | 2010-Present |
MSRP | $114,500 | $19,690 |
Average price | $66,543 | $17,846 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | When it comes to good design, even better luxury, and stellar performance, it’s tough to beat the three-pointed star. The S-Class is a few years into its latest generation, but Mercedes trotted out a new powertrain for 2023. It’s not a full battery-electric vehicle—for that you’ll want the EQS—but for many consumers the plug-in hybrid can be a convenient stop-gap for those not ready to commit to leaving the gas station behind for good. | 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 | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 39 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 429 hp I6 | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Torque | 384 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 429 hp @ 6100 rpm | 147 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 39 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.9 cu ft | 15.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4740 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 59.2 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 208.2 in | 182.7 in |
Width | 83.0 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1387 lbs | 1023 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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