Model Tested: 2018 Kia Rio EX 5DR Engine: 1.6-liter I-4, 130 horsepower, 119 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 28-mpg city/37-mpg highway/32-mpg combined Base Price: $18,700 As Tested: $19,725 Performance: Peppy engine Great fuel economy for a non-hybrid Our best was … read more

Model Tested: 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid EX Engine: 2.0-liter I-4 hybrid engine (50 hp electric), 192 horsepower (combined) 271 lb-ft torque (combined) Transmission: 6-speed automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 39 mpg city/46 mpg highway/42 mpg combined Base Price: $30,990 As Tested: $37,235 Performance: Smooth … read more

Model Tested: 2017 Kia Forte EX Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 164 horsepower 151 lb-ft torque Transmission: 6-speed automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 25 mpg city/33 mpg highway/28 mpg combined Base Price: $21,200 As Tested: $26,540 Performance: Spritely performance, especially in sport mode Well-sized for city … read more