Chevrolet Cruze vs Kia Forte5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Kia Forte5
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet CruzeL | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | L | LX |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet CruzeL | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $17,995 (best) | $18,300 |
| Lowest listing price | $6,797 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $7,589 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $8,380 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet CruzeL | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 38 MPG (best) | 34 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet CruzeL | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 153 hp | 164 hp (best) |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft (best) | 151 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.4 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet CruzeL | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 14.8 cu ft | 56.4 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,040 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,870 lbs (best) | 2,928 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 183.7 in (best) | 171.3 in |
| Width | 70.5 in (best) | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.4 in (best) | 57.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet CruzeL | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Cruze | Kia Forte5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | L $17,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $18,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $19,120 MSRP | EX $22,200 MSRP |
| 3 | LS $19,620 MSRP | SX $23,900 MSRP |
| 4 | LT $21,720 MSRP | SX $26,100 MSRP |
| 5 | LT $22,120 MSRP | — |
| 6 | LT $25,620 MSRP | — |
| 7 | LT $26,120 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Premier $23,520 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Premier $24,020 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Chevrolet Cruze vs Kia Forte5 FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2018 Kia Forte5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze starts lower at $17,995. Live Chevrolet Cruze listings start at $6,797.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,995).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- The 2018 Kia Forte5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2018 Kia Forte5?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Cruze (5/5 NHTSA overall).