Hyundai Elantra GT vs Kia Forte5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Kia Forte5
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | LX |
| Body style | Hatchback | 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 | 2020 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,650 | $18,300 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $8,300 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $8,300 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $8,300 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 164 hp (best) |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 55.1 cu ft | 56.4 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,025 lbs | 1,040 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,943 lbs | 2,928 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in (best) | 5.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 170.9 in | 171.3 in (best) |
| Width | 70.7 in (best) | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.7 in (best) | 57.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai Elantra GTBase | Kia Forte5LX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 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) | 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 Forte5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $20,650 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $18,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | N Line $23,500 MSRP | EX $22,200 MSRP |
| 3 | N Line $24,600 MSRP | SX $23,900 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SX $26,100 MSRP |
Live inventory
Hyundai Elantra GT vs Kia Forte5 FAQ
- Which is better: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT 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: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Kia Forte5 starts lower at $18,300. Live Hyundai Elantra GT listings start at $8,300.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT or 2018 Kia Forte5?
- The 2018 Kia Forte5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,300).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT vs 2018 Kia Forte5?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Elantra GT (4/5 NHTSA overall).