KIA Forte5 vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Exteriors match streamlined sportier appearance Standard driving assistance features Enhanced handling and engine performance Read More	Interior layout Agile handling  Cargo volume  Read More
Things we don't like	The base grade isn’t up to the standard of hot hatchbacks Not a fuel-efficient hatchback No manual transmission Read More	Dated infotainment display graphics Predicted reliability rating Irresponsive steering wheel Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11.5:1	10.0:1
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Fuel Injection

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1999 cc	1393 cc
Power	164 hp	147 hp
Torque	205 Nm	249 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	657 L	646 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	50 L
Length	4351 mm	4254 mm
Ground Clearance	140 mm	137 mm
Width	1781 mm	1798 mm
Height	1450 mm	1453 mm
Wheel Base	2700 mm	2636 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Front Headroom	1001 mm	975 mm
Front Legroom	1072 mm	1046 mm
Rear Headroom	983 mm	968 mm
Rear Legroom	912 mm	904 mm
Front Tread	--	1549 mm
Rear Tread	--	1519 mm
Kerb Weight	--	1344 kg
Gross Weight	--	1870 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	R15	15 Inch
Tyre Size	195/65R15	195/65 R15
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R15	R15

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.5 m	5.4 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	Yes	No
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Optional Optional	Yes
Central Locking	--	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	No
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	No	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.0L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	No	--
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Optional Optional	No
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
On Board Computer	Optional Optional	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Optional Optional	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	No
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	No	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	--

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	No	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Optional Optional	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Solid Discs Solid Discs	Discs Discs
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Wheel Covers	--	No
Power Antenna	--	No
Removable Convertible Top	--	No
Roof Carrier	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No
Roof Rail	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	No
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Projector Projector	LED LED
Advance Safety Feature	--	Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Traffic Alert

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