Compare the Kia Forte5 2023 GT DCT VS Kia Forte5 2021 EX IVT

Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
MSRP: 28895$
MSRP: 22295$
Features
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Body
Hatchback
Hatchback
Doors
4
4
Fuel
Gasoline Direct Injection
MPI
Transmission
Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
CVT w/OD
Engine
1.6L Turbo GDI 4 Cyl DOHC D-CVVT
2.0L MPI 4 Cyl DOHC D-CVVT
Emissions
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
G/km Of CO2 Emissions
190
169
Transmission
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.81
-
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
4.64
4.89
First Gear Ratio (:1)
3.64
2.68 - 0.39
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
1.02
-
Reverse Ratio (:1)
4.70
2.82
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
2.17
-
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
0.72
-
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.85
-
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
1.83
-
Trans Description Cont.
Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
CVT w/OD
Trans Type
7
1
Vehicle
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
EPA Classification
Large Cars
Large Cars
Interior Dimensions
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Front Head Room
38.8 (in)
38.8 (in)
Front Hip Room
53 (in)
53 (in)
Front Leg Room
42.2 (in)
42.2 (in)
Front Shoulder Room
56.1 (in)
56.1 (in)
Passenger Capacity
5
5
Passenger Volume
94 (ft³)
96.3 (ft³)
Second Head Room
37.8 (in)
37.8 (in)
Second Hip Room
51.1 (in)
51.1 (in)
Second Leg Room
35.7 (in)
35.7 (in)
Second Shoulder Room
55.3 (in)
55.3 (in)
Weight Information
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Base Curb Weight
3120 (lbs)
2888 (lbs)
Mileage
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
EnerGuide Estimate - City
8.9 (L/100 km)
8 (L/100 km)
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy
6.9 (L/100 km)
6 (L/100 km)
Engine
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Displacement
1.6 L/97
2.0 L/122
Engine Type
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Regular Unleaded I-4
Fuel System
Gasoline Direct Injection
MPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
201 @ 6000
147 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
195 @ 1500
132 @ 4500
Type
1.6L Turbo GDI 4 Cyl DOHC D-CVVT null
2.0L MPI 4 Cyl DOHC D-CVVT null
Suspension
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Suspension Type - Front
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Tires
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Front Tire Size
P225/40HR18
P205/55HR16
Rear Tire Size
P225/40HR18
P205/55HR16
Wheels
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Front Wheel Size
18 X 7.5 (in)
16 X 6.5 (in)
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size
18 X 7.5 (in)
16 X 6.5 (in)
Steering
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Brakes
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
4-Wheel
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
4-Wheel Disc
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
12 (in)
11 (in)
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
10.3 (in)
10.3 (in)
Fuel Tank
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
53 (L)
53 (L)
Exterior Dimensions
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Height, Overall
56.7 (in)
56.7 (in)
Length, Overall
177.6 (in)
177.6 (in)
Min Ground Clearance
5.3 (in)
5.3 (in)
Wheelbase
106.3 (in)
106.3 (in)
Width, Max w/o mirrors
70.9 (in)
70.9 (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
26.2 (ft³)
26.2 (ft³)

Equipment

Mechanical
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
4.64 Axle Ratio
53 L Fuel Tank
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 1.6L Turbo GDI 4 Cyl DOHC D-CVVT
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front-Wheel Drive
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
Transmission: 7-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic -inc: paddle shifter drive mode and drive mode select
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
4.89 Axle Ratio
53 L Fuel Tank
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 2.0L MPI 4 Cyl DOHC D-CVVT
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front-Wheel Drive
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Sequential Shift Control
Transmission: Intelligent Variable (IVT) -inc: drive mode select
Exterior
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Bodyside Insert and Rocker Panel Extensions
Black Grille
Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Black Side Windows Trim
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper
Clearcoat Paint
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
Front Fog Lamps
Front License Plate Bracket
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Splash Guards
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tire Mobility Kit
Tires: 225/40R18
Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Wiper Park
Wheels: 18" Alloy
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Black Grille w/Chrome Surround
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper
Chrome Bodyside Insert
Chrome Side Windows Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Light Tinted Glass
Lip Spoiler
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Splash Guards
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tire Mobility Kit
Tires: 205/55R16
Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Wiper Park
Wheels w/Machined w/Painted Accents Accents
Wheels: 16" Alloy
Entertainment
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
6 Speakers
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control and Voice Activation
Radio: 8" Display Audio -inc: AUX and USB input ports, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, steering wheel audio controls, Kia Connect (telematics) and satellite radio
Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
6 Speakers
Integrated Roof Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control and Voice Activation
Radio: 8" Display Audio -inc: AUX and USB input ports, Bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, steering wheel audio controls and wireless cell charger,
Streaming Audio
Interior
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
1 Seatback Storage Pocket
2 12V DC Power Outlets
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
Cargo Net
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Digital/Analog Appearance
Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Seat
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Map Lights
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Glove Box
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
Heated Front Sport Bucket Seats -inc: front seat height adjusters
Immobilizer
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Leatherette & Cloth Covering Seat Trim
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Passenger Seat
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
Rigid Cargo Cover
Smart Device Remote Engine Start
Style Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Tracker System
Trip Computer
Vinyl Door Trim Insert
1 Seatback Storage Pocket
2 12V DC Power Outlets
6-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
6-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
Cargo Net
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Seat Trim
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Engine Immobilizer
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Map Lights
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Glove Box
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: front seat height adjusters
Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
Rigid Cargo Cover
Trip Computer
Vinyl Door Trim Insert
Safety
Kia Forte5 2023
GT DCT
Kia Forte5 2021
EX IVT
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Cruise Control-Steering Assist
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Keeping Assist
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Blind-Spot Detection Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation-Front
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Lane Keeping Assist
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning