

Fuel-efficient, stylish and affordable – these are the attributes that you’ll find in compact cars like the 2020 Kia Forte and 2020 Honda Civic. It’s no wonder that these sedans remain popular as ever with first-time buyers and veteran car shoppers. See for yourself how the 2020 Forte gains the upper hand on its closest rival.
MODEL | 2020 KIA FORTE | 2020 HONDA CIVIC |
---|---|---|
Starting MSRP | ✓ $17,890 | $20,650 |
Base Horsepower | 147 | ✓ 158 |
Highway MPG | ✓ 41 | 38 |
Driver Attention Warning | ✓ Yes | No |
Active Headrests | ✓ Yes | No |
The 2020 Forte starts out with a significantly lower starting MSRP than its rival. In addition to being more affordable, the Forte also gives you better highway mileage when equipped with the standard 2.0L engine and automatic transmission. Driver Attention Warning and Active Headrests are also two features you’ll only find on the Forte.
*https://www.kia.com/us/en/forte/specs-compare
**https://automobiles.honda.com/civic-sedan/specs-features-trim-comparison
+https://automobiles.honda.com/insight/warranty
++https://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/models/forte/2020/features