2017 Kia Forte Koup vs 2017 Kia Optima
| EPA figure | 2017 Kia Forte Koup | 2017 Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 | 2017 |
| Body · drive | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Large · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 26 | 31 |
| City / highway MPG | 23 / 30 | 28 / 37 |
| Fuel a year | $2,600 | $2,150 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 348 | 286 |
| Engine | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo |
| Transmission | Manual 6-spd | Automatic (AM7) |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.