2021 Toyota Corolla vs. 2021 Kia Forte

Shopping for a tech-savvy sedan that you can rely on for an efficient commute to North Salt Lake? Drivers like you are comparing top picks like the 2021 Toyota Corolla and the 2021 Kia Forte. Below, our team at Performance Toyota Bountiful compares them head-to-head to help you decide which sedan deserves that spot in your driveway!

Toyota Corolla vs. Kia Forte: Engines & Efficiency

Which sedan offers the right balance of power and efficiency for your Salt Lake City drives? If you’re looking for an extra burst of speed, the Forte edges out the Corolla in terms of horsepower. If you’re more concerned with how much you’re paying each day to fuel up, the Corolla’s hybrid powertrain gives it a clear advantage.

You can equip the 2021 Corolla with one of three engines, including a 121-hp hybrid powertrain. The 2021 Forte offers two gasoline-powered engines to choose from, and no hybrid option. 

2021 Toyota Corolla Engine Options

• Base 139-hp 1.8L 4-cylinder
• Available 169-hp 2.0L 4-cylinder 
• Available 121-hp 1.8L hybrid

2021 Kia Forte Engine Options

• 147-hp 2.0L inline-4
• 201-hp 1.6Lturbocharged inline-4

Toyota Corolla vs. Kia Forte: Safety

Look to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to tell you what you need to know about how the Corolla and the Forte stack up when it comes to keeping your family protected on the road in Salt Lake City:

• The 2021 Toyota Corolla earned a 5-star overall safety rating, and 5 out of 5 stars in nearly all subcategories. 
• The 2021 Kia Forte earned a 40-star overall safety rating, and scored as low as 3 out of 5 stars in Front Passenger Side Frontal Crash testing.

Both models come standard with a suite of safety technologies. On the Corolla, the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite includes radar cruise control, Road Sign Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane-departure alerts with steering assist, and more.

Toyota vs. Kia: Complimentary Maintenance

Before you choose your next sedan, you’ll also want to compare Toyota vs. Kia warranty coverage. The ToyotaCare no-cost maintenance plan is included standard on the Corolla, and covers the cost of routine maintenance for a period of two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. Drivers will also benefit from roadside assistance for two years and unlimited mileage. The Forte doesn’t come with complimentary maintenance, instead offering a 5-year or 60,000-mile roadside assistance plan.

Test Drive a New Toyota Corolla for Sale in Bountiful

Whenever you’re ready to get behind the wheel, Performance Toyota Bountiful is here to help you select the right sedan and navigate your leasing and financing options. Stop by our showroom near Woods Cross, or contact us to schedule a test drive in your favorite new Toyota today!