← Back to compare hub

Ford Focus vs Kia Forte Koup

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

Vehicles

Ford logo

2018 Ford Focus

Full researchShop inventory
Kia logo

2016 Kia Forte Koup

Full research

Overview

SpecFord FocusSKia Forte KoupKoup EX
Selected trimSKoup EX
Body styleSedanCoupe
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20182016

Pricing & market

SpecFord FocusSKia Forte KoupKoup EX
MSRP$17,950 (best)$19,890
Lowest listing price$6,423 (best)—
Median listing price$8,860 (best)—
Highest listing price$15,717 (best)—
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FocusSKia Forte KoupKoup EX
Combined MPG28 MPG28 MPG
City MPG25 MPG25 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG34 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal13.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord FocusSKia Forte KoupKoup EX
Horsepower160 hp173 hp (best)
Torque146 lb-ft154 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FocusSKia Forte KoupKoup EX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume13.2 cu ft13.3 cu ft (best)
Payload—1,053 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,928 lbs2,871 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase104.3 in106.3 in (best)
Length178.7 in (best)178.3 in
Width71.8 in (best)70.1 in
Height57.8 in (best)55.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FocusSKia Forte KoupKoup EX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
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 Koup
1

S

$17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Koup EX

$19,890 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$19,245 MSRP

Koup SX

$20,690 MSRP

3

SE

$20,540 MSRP

Koup SX

$21,690 MSRP

4

SEL

$21,870 MSRP

—
5

SEL

$22,070 MSRP

—
6

Titanium

$24,270 MSRP

—
7

Titanium

$24,470 MSRP

—
8

ST

$25,170 MSRP

—
9

Electric

$29,120 MSRP

—
10

RS

$41,120 MSRP

—

Live inventory

Ford Focus vs Kia Forte Koup FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Ford Focus vs 2016 Kia Forte Koup 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 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Ford Focus starts lower at $17,950. Live Ford Focus listings start at $6,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,950).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (34).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Ford Focus or 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Ford Focus vs 2016 Kia Forte Koup?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall).