The 2013 Kia Forte Koup EX vs. the 2013 Scion tC MT

 We know what sort of vehicle Belle Plaine-area drivers are looking for: fuel-efficient, fun, affordable. With a new wave of vehicles coming to the market, two highly anticipated vehicles come readily to mind in the form of the 2013 Kia Forte Koup and the 2013 Scion tC. While both models will satisfy drivers looking for a fun, sporty vehicle, the question of which is the better buy is hotly debated. At McGrath Kia, we think that a quick overview of the vehicles' fuel economies, design, and pricing will show Kia's coupe with the clear advantage. 

Fuel Economy

When you're driving a smaller, sporty vehicle, it's important to make sure that you're not enjoying your coupe's athleticism at the cost of fuel economy. Belle Plaine residents will be pleased to know that the 2013 Kia Forte Koup performs exceptionally well against the 2013 Scion tC. The Forte Koup's 2.0L 4-cylinder engine gets an impressive estimation from the EPA at 24 mpg city/33 mpg highway - stats the Scion tC's 23 mpg city/31 mpg highway can't keep up with.

Exterior Design

While some might object to the subjectivity inherent in judging the style of the vehicle, we say if you're going to purchase a coupe, it better be sexy. Unfortunately for Scion, when you put the new tC and Forte Koup side by side, Kia's sporty coupe wins hands down. While the redesigned Forte features aggressive, bold styling with dynamic, attractive exterior features, the tC feels oddly boxy and domestic in comparison. Sure, the new Scion will turn heads, but the new Kia does a much better job of looking the part.

Warranty and Pricing

Finally, when it comes to owner protection, there's no contest-Kia has the better warranty options by far. Car buyers who take home the Kia Forte Koup can enjoy 60-months / 60,000-mile comprehensive warranty protection, and 120-months / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty-while Scion buyers have to settle for 36-month / 36,000-mile comprehensive protection and 60-month / 60,000-mile powertrain limited warranty. Add in the fact that the Koup has an MSRP more than $1000 less than the tC, and the 2013 Kia Forte begins to look the clear winner.

Choose McGrath Kia for the new Forte Koup

The 2013 Forte Koup is available now, and Belle Plaine residents will be able to find it at Pat McGrath Kia and take it for a test drive!