" "
2019 Kia Forte

2019 Kia Forte

VS
2019 Hyundai Elantra

2019 Hyundai Elantra

2019 Kia Forte vs. 2019 Hyundai Elantra

2019 Kia Forte

vs.

2019 Hyundai Elantra
2.4L I-4 engine

Engine

2.0L I-4 engine
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Transmission

6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
178 lb-ft

Torque

132 lb-ft
185 hp

Horsepower

147 hp
73 cubic feet

Cargo Volume

14.4 cubic feet
154 cubic feet

Passenger Volume

96 cubic feet


 

Have you been searching for a convenient and reliable compact for your jaunts about Eastvale and Rancho Cucamonga? If so, you’ve likely been comparing the 2019 Kia Forte vs. Hyundai Elantra. Both offer the connectivity features, economical performance, and advanced convenience needed to take on your everyday Fontana commutes, but which model best suits your budget and lifestyle? To help you decide, our experts at Citrus Motors Kia have compared them below!

2019 Forte vs. Elantra: Performance Features

If you want to enjoy performance without sacrificing fuel-efficiency or performance, then you’ll surely prefer the Kia Forte. Kia Forte MPG tops out at up to 40 MPG highway, helping you save on trips to Riverside and Corona without sacrificing its zippy and agile performance. Compare Kia Forte vs. Hyundai Elantra specs below:

2019 Kia Forte

  • Engine Configuration: 2.4L I-4 engine
  • Transmission: 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
  • Torque: 178 lb-ft
  • Horsepower: 185 hp
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.8 gallons
  • Drivetrain: FWD

2019 Hyundai Elantra

  • Engine Configuration: 2.4L I-4 engine
  • Transmission: 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
  • Torque: 132 lb-ft
  • Horsepower: 147 hp
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 14.0 gallons
  • Drivetrain: FWD
2019 Kia Forte in the city

2019 Forte vs. Elantra: Interior Space

Just because you’re looking for an efficient compact doesn’t mean you want to give up convenience. The Forte beats out the Elantra by offering a more spacious interior for passengers and cargo alike! Compare Kia Forte vs. Hyundai Elantra interior dimensions below:

2019 Kia Forte

  • Cargo Volume: 73 cubic feet
  • Passenger Volume: 154 cubic feet
  • Front Headroom: 39.5 inches
  • Front Legroom: 44.1 inches
  • Rear Headroom: 39.4 inches
  • Rear Legroom: 39.3 inches

2019 Hyundai Elantra

  • Cargo Volume: 14.4 cubic feet
  • Passenger Volume: 96 cubic feet
  • Front Headroom: 40.3 inches
  • Front Legroom: 42.2 inches
  • Rear Headroom: 35.7 inches
  • Rear Legroom: 37.3 inches.

2019 Forte vs. Elantra: Interior Features

Both the Kia Forte and Hyundai Elantra offer a few similar interior features like Bluetooth® connectivity, but you’re sure to appreciate all the features that are available with the Kia Forte. Kia Forte interior highlights include:

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 8-inch touch-screen infotainment system
  • 4-speaker stereo
  • Driver attention monitoring
  • Forward collision warning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®
  • Rearview camera
  • Lane departure warning and lane keep assist

Find the New Forte at Citrus Motors Kia

Are you ready to take your daily drives to the next level with a new Kia Forte from Citrus Motors Kia? Find your favorite Forte available in our new Kia model inventory, and be sure to ask about our Kia Forte lease offers and finance deals! We want to help you take home a Kia Forte lease that will help improve your drives throughout the Rancho Cucamonga-area.

Want to compare more Hyundai vehicles against the competition? Compare the Kia Soul vs. Honda Fit today.

More From Citrus Motors Kia

  • Why the 2025 Kia Telluride Should Make Your Shortlist

    If you’re interested in the 2025 Kia Telluride but want to know more about it before you start looking for your own, you’re in the right place. This CUV will give you the balanced performance and flexible utility you’re looking for. Still not convinced that the new Kia Telluride is the right choice for you?…

  • What Makes the 2025 Kia Carnival MPV So Special?

    There are a lot of reasons to like the 2025 Kia Carnival MPV, and we want to share just a few of them with you. You can enjoy this minivan’s car-like performance balanced against its versatile interior. If you’re interested in a full rundown of the 2025 Carnival MPV, keep reading. Up Close With the…

  • A Buyer’s Guide for the 2025 Kia Seltos

    Get ready for the 2025 Kia Seltos, an SUV that is here to deliver the level of power, convenience, and style you’re looking for. If you want reliable performance, intuitive technology, and a versatile design from your SUV, you’re in the right place. Get a summary of features for the new Kia Seltos in this…

Citrus Motors Kia 34.0494942, -117.55393.