2021 Kia Forte vs 2021 Honda Civic: The Kia wins the efficiency battle

The Kia Forte has always managed to hold its own in its very competitive segment by offering consumers a great blend of fuel economy, performance, advanced technologies, fuel economy, and safety. The Kia Forte returns for 2021 with all of the features that have dictated its success and allowed it to compete with the likes of the 2021 Honda Civic.

The Civic is a good car, no doubt about it. It is one of the most popular cars in Canada for a reason. That said, the 2021 Kia Forte has a lot to offer starting with better fuel economy.

As you can see below, the 2021 Kia Forte has the Honda Civic beat in just about every fuel economy rating. It is especially more efficient in the city with the automatic gearbox.

Powering the base 2021 Kia Forte is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. This engine features more than enough power for the needs of most consumers, delivering linear accelerations and confident passing.

On road, both the 2021 Kia Forte and 2021 Honda Civic are comfortable, but the Kia Forte is more dynamic and sportier. It features better handling and better overall cornering than the Civic, and overall, it feels sharper.

The thing about the 2021 Honda Civic is that this is actually its last year. The model will be replaced next year which brings a few considerations to the table.

• The next Honda Civic will be more expensive
• The next Honda Civic will be more difficult to get
• The current Honda Civic will lose a lot of value

Whenever a new model comes along, you can expect higher interest rates and less promotions. That means that waiting for the next Civic means paying more for a car that will eventually be offered with rebates and lower interest rates. The value factor takes a hit. Moreover, it can be more difficult to get the vehicle you want with the specs you want when a model is new to the market.

Lastly, if you are looking to buy now, know that any 2021 Honda Civic will lose a substantial amount of its value when the next model comes around. For all of these reasons and because it has better fuel economy, the 2021 Kia Forte is the sound choice right now!