2022 Subaru Impreza vs. 2022 Kia Forte
It’s 2022, and you’re ready to buy a new car. You’ve got two options: the 2022 Subaru Impreza or the 2022 Kia Forte. Both cars are great, so how do you make your decision? You must look at five key areas: price, performance, safety features, comfortability, and fuel economy. In this article, we’ll compare both cars on these criteria to help you decide which one is right for you.
Design & Style
- Exterior Design
The first thing you’ll notice about the Subaru Impreza is its sharp, angular lines. A large hexagonal grille dominates the front fascia with a blue accent trim along the bottom edge and two smaller intakes flanking it on either side. The headlights are narrow slits that cut into the bodywork, creating dramatic-looking daytime looks.
The Kia Forte features a similar design to its Subaru rival: A wide hexagonal grille dominates the front end and sweeps up into steeply angled headlights at both corners of its rectangular headlight housing. The lower half of each front fender tapers downward toward the front wheel well; this gives it an aggressive look that makes it seem like this hatchback could take flight at any moment (though we don’t recommend trying).
- Interior Design
The Subaru Impreza has a lot of interior space, which means you’re going to have plenty of room for passengers and cargo. Plus, it comes with a few extra features that make your ride more comfortable. Other than the fact that it can fit five people comfortably, though, the Impreza’s interior doesn’t feel particularly special. The dashboard is nothing fancy, but everything works as intended, and there aren’t any annoying quirks or design flaws to deal with when driving.
The Kia Forte also has ample space inside, but not quite as much as its competitor does—you’ll only be able to fit four passengers comfortably in this vehicle at most times (unless you squeeze them). However, it does offer some nice touches for those who prefer something more upscale than basic materials like plastic and cloth seats; leather upholstery is available on higher-end models.
Technology & Safety
When it comes to technology and safety, both the 2022 Subaru Impreza and the 2022 Kia Forte offer plenty of impressive features. The Impreza boasts a suite of standard safety technologies, including automatic braking and lane keep assist. You also get a rearview camera system as standard equipment on all but the base trim level.
The 2022 Kia Forte’s list of tech-forward features include a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto™ compatibility, Apple CarPlay™ integration, and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot capability (with an available 4G LTE data plan subscription). To keep you safe while driving, this compact car offers adaptive cruise control with full stop function, and lane departure warning with lane keep assist.
Performance
The basic engine that powers the Subaru Impreza is a 2.0L 4-cylinder, which has been around since 2015. It’s not as exciting as other engines on the market, but it gets you where you need to go with minimal fuss. The Kia Forte will also be offered a 1.6L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, giving it more power and better fuel economy than most other engines.
Both cars offer manual or automatic transmission options for their base models, and both cars have very similar maximum horsepower ratings at 135 hp for the Subaru versus 172 hp for the Kia (in manual transmission form).
The Bottom Line
The 2022 Subaru Impreza wins in terms of safety, styling, and performance. It’s also a more practical car that offers more cargo room than the Kia Forte. If you’re looking for a smaller sedan but still want something sporty and fun to drive, then the Impreza is your best bet.
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