2020 Hyundai Elantra vs 2020 Kia Forte
Are you in the market for a sharp-looking compact sedan? If so, we recommend you check out the 2020 Hyundai Elantra and the 2020 Kia Forte. The Elantra offers a variety of trim levels at an outstanding value, while the Forte offers two powertrain choices and several different trim levels. If you want to find out which sedan is truly better, you're going to have to keep reading down below!
2020 Hyundai Elantra Power & Handling
The Hyundai Elantra is available with three different engines. The SE, SEL, Value Edition, and Limited models are all powered by a fuel-efficient 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. The Eco comes with an even more fuel-efficient 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that makes up to 33 mpg in the city. The last engine available is a sporty turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that power the Elantra Sport. This engine outputs 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque for a thrilling ride.
2020 Kia Forte Power & Handling
When it comes to power, the majority of Kia Forte models in the 2020 lineup are kicking out 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque thanks to a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The base model Forte FE comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission, but a continuously variable automatic transmission is available as an option. The other trims that come with this engine get the CVT as standard. The top of the line GT model comes with a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and your choice of either the manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
2020 Hyundai Elantra Features & Design
The Elantra SE model kicks the lineup off with lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, a six-speaker sound system, smartphone integration, and steel wheels. The SEL model adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, a 7-inch touchscreen, and satellite radio. With the Value Edition, you'll get all that plus a sunroof, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated seats, and push-button start. The Limited adds on to the above features with a wireless charging pad, leather upholstery, LED headlights, and an eight-speaker Infinity sound system. The Sport model tops that with a flat-bottomed steering wheel, gripper tires, and a more sophisticated multilink rear suspension with firmer tuning.
2020 Kia Forte Features & Design
When it comes to features the Kia Forte FE starts things off with an 8-inch touchscreen, 15-inch steel wheels, a four-speaker sound system, smartphone integration, a backup camera, a USB port, and lane-keeping assist. The LXS model simply adds 16-inch alloy wheels, a soft-touch dash, a 60/40-split-folding rear seat, and selectable drive modes. The GT-Line receives heated mirrors, keyless entry, blind-spot monitoring, and a rear spoiler. On higher trims, you can find simulated leather upholstery, a dual-zone automatic climate control, heated seats, and more.
Conclusion:
After looking at all the facts, there really is no question. The 2020 Hyundai Elantra far surpasses the Kia Forte in every aspect, from power to features. We love the powerful yet fuel-efficient engines in the Elantra powertrain lineup, and we can't get enough of all the driver assistance features, the wireless charging pad, leather upholstery, or heated seats. If you'd like to take a 2020 Hyundai Elantra out for a test drive, we hope you will come on down and see us at Pearson Hyundai.
