Hyundai Elantra Coupe vs Kia Forte Koup
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Kia Forte Koup
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra CoupeBase | Kia Forte KoupKoup EX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Koup EX |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 2014 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra CoupeBase | Kia Forte KoupKoup EX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $19,600 (best) | $19,890 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra CoupeBase | Kia Forte KoupKoup EX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 34 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra CoupeBase | Kia Forte KoupKoup EX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 173 hp | 173 hp |
| Torque | 154 lb-ft | 154 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra CoupeBase | Kia Forte KoupKoup EX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 14.8 cu ft (best) | 13.3 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,019 lbs | 1,053 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,861 lbs (best) | 2,871 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 178.7 in (best) | 178.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.1 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in (best) | 55.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra CoupeBase | Kia Forte KoupKoup EX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Hyundai Elantra Coupe | Kia Forte Koup |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $19,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Koup EX $19,890 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base PZEV $19,600 MSRP | Koup SX $20,690 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Koup SX $21,690 MSRP |