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Compare Chevrolet Cruze Sedan vs Kia Forte

Chevrolet Cruze Sedan
2019 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan
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$17,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.4
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Kia Forte
2020 Kia Forte
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$17,890
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9.1
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Overview

Engine
1.4-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 37 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.8 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.3 ft³

Photos

Chevrolet Cruze Sedan
2019 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan Front Angle View
2019 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan Dashboard
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Kia Forte
2019-2020 Kia Forte Infotainment System
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.4-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
153 hp @ 5600 rpm
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque
177 lb-ft @ 2000-4000 rpm
132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.7 ft
34.8 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
15" x TBD
15" x 6"
Rear Wheel Size
15" x TBD
15" x 6"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Compound Crank
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
195/65R15
P195/65HR15
Rear Tire
195/65R15
P195/65HR15

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
32 MPG
31 MPG
City
28 MPG
27 MPG
Highway
38 MPG
37 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.5 Tons/yr
5.8 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 gallons
14 gallons
Cruising Range City
383.6 miles
378 miles
Cruising Range Highway
520.6 miles
518 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.7 in
182.7 in
Height
57.4 in
56.5 in
Max Width
70.5 in
70.9 in
Front Width
60.1 in
61.5 in
Rear Width
61.1 in
61.9 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
106.3 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.9 in
38.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.9 in
56.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.2 in
53 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
36.1 in
35.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.3 in
37.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.2 in
55.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
51.9 in
51.1 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
N/A
2,707 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
14.8 ft³
15.3 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Clear White
  • Gravity Grey

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
Aurora Black

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Woven Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
1 Year/1 Visit
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
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