The 2013 Kia Forte 5-Door SX vs. the 2013 Ford Focus SE Hatchback

 The 2013 Kia Forte 5-door is finally here, and drivers in North Liberty and the surrounding communities have certainly taken notice! This is great for drivers who want the versatility of a hatchback with a low price, strong fuel economy, and plenty of features. That said, the Forte is not the only hatchback on the road, and smart shoppers will look at multiple models. It's with this in mind that we'd like to take a look at the 2013 Forte 5-door alongside one of its biggest competitors: the 2013 Ford Focus SE.


The 2013 Forte 5-Door Stands Tall

We have no qualms about recognizing the 2013 Ford Focus SE Hatchback as a fine vehicle, but we think that Kia's hatchback offering beats it in a few important ways. It's with this in mind that we'd like to take a moment to compare the 2013 Kia Forte 5-Door SX with the 2013 Ford Focus SE Hatchback. Here are a few of the ways in which the 2013 Forte wins out:

 

       
  • Sometimes, it's the little things that make the difference. Features that are standard on the Forte 5-door that are optional or unavailable on the Focus Hatchback include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, satellite radio, overhead console storage, an auto-dimming rearview camera, fog lamps, power heated exterior mirrors, and a rear camera display.
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  • If you want a bit more of a kick from your hatchback, the 2013 Forte 5-door is the way to go; its 2.4L four-cylinder engine is capable of producing 173 hp and 168 lb-ft of torque. The 2013 focus Hatchback's 2.0L four-cylinder engine lags behind, only producing 160 hp and 146 lb-ft of torque.
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  • When you spend money on a car, you want to be sure that it will last. Kia offers a 60-month/60,000-mile basic warranty and a 120-month/100,000-mile powertrain warranty - Ford's just can't compare, as they only offer 36 months/36,000 miles of basic coverage and 60 months/60,000 miles of powertrain coverage.

 

Visit McGrath Kia for the new Forte 5-Door

The 2013 Kia Forte 5-door is finally available for drivers in North Liberty, and you can try it out at McGrath Kia. Check out our Facebook page for more information or come in today to take a test drive. We look forward to serving you!