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Kia Forte vs Mitsubishi Mirage G4

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

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2024 Kia Forte

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2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4

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Overview

SpecKia ForteLXMitsubishi Mirage G4ES
Selected trimLXES
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20242024

Pricing & market

SpecKia ForteLXMitsubishi Mirage G4ES
MSRP$19,990$17,795 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,399 (best)$14,686
Median listing price$19,988$14,686 (best)
Highest listing price$24,188$14,686 (best)
For sale now42 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia ForteLXMitsubishi Mirage G4ES
Combined MPG34 MPG37 MPG (best)
City MPG30 MPG35 MPG (best)
Highway MPG41 MPG41 MPG
Fuel tank14 gal (best)9.2 gal

Performance

SpecKia ForteLXMitsubishi Mirage G4ES
Horsepower147 hp (best)78 hp
Torque132 lb-ft (best)74 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)1.2 L
CylindersI4I3

Size & capability

SpecKia ForteLXMitsubishi Mirage G4ES
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.3 cu ft (best)12.4 cu ft
Payload884 lbs947 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,908 lbs2,161 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in6.3 in (best)
Wheelbase106.3 in (best)100.4 in
Length182.7 in (best)169.5 in
Width70.9 in (best)65.7 in
Height56.5 in59.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecKia ForteLXMitsubishi Mirage G4ES
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimKia ForteMitsubishi Mirage G4
1

LX

$19,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ES

$17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LXS

$20,490 MSRP

LE

$18,495 MSRP

3

GT-Line

$22,490 MSRP

Black Edition

$19,195 MSRP

4

GT

$24,690 MSRP

SE

$19,595 MSRP

5

GT

$25,390 MSRP

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Kia Forte vs Mitsubishi Mirage G4 FAQ

Which is better: 2024 Kia Forte or 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2024 Kia Forte vs 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2024 Kia Forte or 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 starts lower at $17,795. Live Kia Forte listings start at $10,399. Live Mitsubishi Mirage G4 listings start at $14,686.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2024 Kia Forte or 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4?
The 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,795).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2024 Kia Forte or 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4?
The 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
Which has better horsepower: 2024 Kia Forte or 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4?
The 2024 Kia Forte leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2024 Kia Forte vs 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Forte (4/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Mirage G4 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).