2021 Kia Forte vs 2021 Kia K5
Here at Palmen Kia, we’ve compared the all-new Kia K5 midsize sedan model against the outgoing Optima, which it’s replacing, as well as its big brother, the Stinger sports sedan. To round out this examination of the 2021 Kia K5, we lastly wanted to compare this new Kia sedan model against its younger sibling in terms of size within the Kia catalog. Is the Kia Forte or the Kia K5 the right sedan for you? It’s the 2021 Kia Forte vs the 2021 Kia K5!
2021 Kia Forte Compact Sedan vs 2021 Kia K5 Midsize Sedan
Model | 2021 Kia Forte | 2021 Kia K5 |
Baseline Engine | 2L Inline 4 | 1.6L Turbocharged Inline 4 |
Horsepower | 147 hp | 180 hp |
Torque | 132 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
Upgraded Engine Option | 1.6L Turbocharged Inline 4 | 2.5L Turbocharged Inline 4 |
Horsepower | 201 hp | 290 hp |
Torque | 195 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft |
Standard Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic |
Additional Transmission Option(s) | Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic (CVT), 7-Speed Automated Manual | 8-Speed Automated Manual |
Standard Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
All-Wheel Drive | Not Available | Available |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 gal. | 14.8 gal. |
Front Legroom | 42.2 in. | 46.1 in. |
Rear Legroom | 35.7 in. | 35.2 in. |
Total Seating | 5 | 5 |
Starting MSRP | $17,890 | $23,490 |
Test Drive the Kia Forte and K5 Sedan Models in Kenosha, WI
Both the 2021 Kia Forte and the 2021 Kia K5 are in stock here at the Palmen Kia dealership. Browse through our online inventory to schedule a test drive with either model or both! For more information on available and upcoming Kia models, continue to read our blog and contact us. The Palmen Kia team can be reached online, over the phone, or with a visit to our dealership located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Let us help you find your next Kia pick!