Sometimes, when two rivals clash, it seems as if one is superior to the other and will take advantage of all the comparisons made. The truth is not always so clear.
Take the Kia Forte and the Mazda3. The reputation of the latter means that it would tend to be declared the winner even before the comparison match. Just as many experts predicted a Toronto victory in their 2021 hockey series vs. Montreal.
But it's all about the ice, as they say, and like the Montreal team, it's thanks to its overall performance that the Forte beats the Mazda3. Offering a more powerful engine, for example, is no longer enough. Let's look at a few examples to illustrate our point.
Style: is the Mazda3 better looking than the Kia Forte? All tastes are different, so we can't say for sure, because there's no consensus on this point. However, when you take the time to look at the hatchbacks, the Kia model stands out with a more harmonious look.
Interior space: Inside, all you have to do is get out your measuring tools to realize that the Forte5 puts the Mazda3 in its little pocket. There's more room in general, but especially in the back, where the cargo volume reaches 1,597 liters when the seats are folded down; that's more than in many sub-compact SUVs. As for the Mazda3, its space is limited to 1334 liters.
Lively presentation: Again, it's a matter of preference, but when you step inside a Forte5, you enter a world of lively presentation and style that awakens the senses. Mazda's presentation is not hideous, but it is austere and sober; there is nothing lively about the design.
Multimedia system: The multimedia system offered by Kia is one of the best on the market. It's complete and very user-friendly. Mazda's does the job, but it takes longer to master because of its more complex design. An easy choice here.
Behind the wheel: Well, behind the wheel, there are no winners here, which is a win for the Kia Forte. Why? Because we've always heard that the most fun-to-drive car in the compact class is the Mazda3. But the Forte is not ashamed of the Mazda3, which is a seductive element in itself, because the Forte will surprise you when you take it for a spin.
In short, the Kia Forte is a car to discover. Don't hesitate to do so.
