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Ford Focus vs Kia Forte

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2018 Ford Focus

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2024 Kia Forte

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Overview

SpecFord FocusSKia ForteLX
Selected trimSLX
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20182024

Pricing & market

SpecFord FocusSKia ForteLX
MSRP$17,950 (best)$19,990
Lowest listing price$6,423 (best)$10,399
Median listing price$9,856 (best)$19,509
Highest listing price$15,717 (best)$24,188
For sale now440 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FocusSKia ForteLX
Combined MPG28 MPG34 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG30 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG41 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12.4 gal14 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord FocusSKia ForteLX
Horsepower160 hp (best)147 hp
Torque146 lb-ft (best)132 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FocusSKia ForteLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.2 cu ft15.3 cu ft (best)
Payload—884 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,928 lbs2,908 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in (best)
Length178.7 in182.7 in (best)
Width71.8 in (best)70.9 in
Height57.8 in (best)56.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FocusSKia ForteLX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)7None 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.

TrimFord FocusKia Forte
1

S

$17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$19,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$19,245 MSRP

LXS

$20,490 MSRP

3

SE

$20,540 MSRP

GT-Line

$22,490 MSRP

4

SEL

$21,870 MSRP

GT

$24,690 MSRP

5

SEL

$22,070 MSRP

GT

$25,390 MSRP

6

Titanium

$24,270 MSRP

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7

Titanium

$24,470 MSRP

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8

ST

$25,170 MSRP

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9

Electric

$29,120 MSRP

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10

RS

$41,120 MSRP

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Ford Focus vs Kia Forte FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Ford Focus or 2024 Kia Forte?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Ford Focus vs 2024 Kia Forte on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 Ford Focus or 2024 Kia Forte?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Ford Focus starts lower at $17,950. Live Ford Focus listings start at $6,423. Live Kia Forte listings start at $10,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Ford Focus or 2024 Kia Forte?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,950).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Ford Focus or 2024 Kia Forte?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Ford Focus or 2024 Kia Forte?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Ford Focus vs 2024 Kia Forte?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Forte (4/5 NHTSA overall).