Hyundai Elantra GT vs Kia Forte
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2024 Kia Forte
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia ForteLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | LX |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2024 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia ForteLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,650 | $19,990 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $8,300 (best) | $10,399 |
| Median listing price | $8,300 (best) | $19,988 |
| Highest listing price | $8,300 (best) | $24,188 |
| For sale now | 1 | 42 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia ForteLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 41 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 14 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia ForteLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp (best) | 147 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft (best) | 132 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia ForteLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 55.1 cu ft (best) | 15.3 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,025 lbs (best) | 884 lbs |
| Curb weight | 2,943 lbs | 2,908 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in (best) | 5.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 170.9 in | 182.7 in (best) |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.9 in (best) |
| Height | 57.7 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia ForteLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| 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 GT | Kia Forte |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $20,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $19,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | N Line $23,500 MSRP | LXS $20,490 MSRP |
| 3 | N Line $24,600 MSRP | GT-Line $22,490 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GT $24,690 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GT $25,390 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Certified2023 Kia Forte
LXS
Snow White Pearl•black29,475 mi$17,828Tustin Kia
Tustin, CA
Used2023 Kia Forte
GT
Sporty Blue•Black76,182 mi$18,986Classic Kia Smithfield
Smithfield, NC
Certified2024 Kia Forte
GT-Line
Blue•Black48,257 mi$21,985Kia of Clermont
Clermont, FL
Certified2023 Kia Forte
LXS
Snow White Pearl•Black22,779 mi$17,200Plaza Auto Mall
Brooklyn, NY
Used2024 Kia Forte
LXS
Deep Sea Blue•Black18,340 mi$20,498Walla Walla Toyota
Walla Walla, WA
Used2023 Kia Forte
GT-Line
Sporty Blue•Black16,055 mi$22,027Classic Nissan Williamsburg
Williamsburg, VA
Hyundai Elantra GT vs Kia Forte FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2024 Kia Forte?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT 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: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2024 Kia Forte?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2024 Kia Forte starts lower at $19,990. Live Hyundai Elantra GT listings start at $8,300. Live Kia Forte listings start at $10,399.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2024 Kia Forte?
- The 2024 Kia Forte leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,990).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2024 Kia Forte?
- The 2024 Kia Forte leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (34).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT vs 2024 Kia Forte?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra GT (4/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Forte (4/5 NHTSA overall).