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Compare Kia Forte vs Volkswagen GLI

Kia Forte
2024 Kia Forte
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$19,790
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Volkswagen GLI
2012 Volkswagen GLI
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$23,745
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 30 MPG
Hwy: 41 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.3 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.5 ft³

Photos

Kia Forte
2022-2024 Kia Forte View Out Back
2022-2024 Kia Forte Dashboard
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Volkswagen GLI
2013-2015 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Rear Angle View
2013-2015 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
200 hp @ 5100-6000 rpm
Torque
132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
207 lb-ft @ 1700-5000 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
N/A
3,124 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
34 MPG
26 MPG
City
30 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
41 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.2 Tons/yr
7.2 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
6

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
14.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
420 miles
319 miles
Cruising Range Highway
574 miles
478.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182.7 in
182.2 in
Height
56.5 in
57.2 in
Max Width
70.9 in
70 in
Front Width
61.5 in
60.1 in
Rear Width
61.9 in
60.4 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
104.4 in
Ground Clearance
5.3 in
4.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.2 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.8 in
38.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.1 in
55.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.7 in
38.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.5 in
37.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.3 in
53.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
51.1 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
15.3 ft³
15.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.8 ft
38.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
15" x 6"
17" x 7.0"
Rear Wheel Size
15" x 6"
17" x 7.0"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-link

Tires

Front Tire
P195/65HR15
225/45R17H
Rear Tire
P195/65HR15
225/45R17H

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Clear White
  • Gravity Gray
N/A

Optional Exterior Colors

Aurora Black
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Titan Black, Cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

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

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
N/A
Carefree Maintenance Program
Maintenance
N/A
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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