Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 vs Kia Forte GT 1.6T

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 6.3 s Runner-up: 7.2 s
Power winner Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 292 hp Runner-up: 201 hp
Cargo winner Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 462 L Runner-up: 434 L
Price winner Kia Forte GT 1.6T $25,090 Runner-up: $36,745

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 against the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.3 seconds, compared with 7.2 seconds for 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T. 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 has the higher listed output at 292 hp; 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T is rated at 201 hp, a difference of 91 hp. The torque figures follow 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 at 353 Nm and 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T at 265 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T has the lower recorded consumption at 7.6 L/100km; 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 is listed at 10.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 462 litres versus 434 litres, a difference of 28 litres. 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 is 384 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T has the lower listed starting price at $25,090, compared with $36,745 for 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6. 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V62023 Kia Forte GT 1.6T2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.3 s7.2 s
Top Speed209 km/h220 km/h
Power292 hp201 hp
Torque353 Nm265 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank68 L50 L
Efficiency10.2 L/100km7.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions233 g/km173 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,044 mm4,660 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm140 mm
Cargo462 L434 L
Curb Weight1,828 kg1,350 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.2 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$36,745$25,090

Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 vs Kia Forte GT 1.6T questions answered

Which is faster, the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T?

2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.3 seconds, versus 7.2 seconds for 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T?

2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T has the higher listed top speed at 220 km/h (137 mph), compared with 209 km/h (130 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T?

2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 has more power at 292 hp, a 91 hp advantage over 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T?

2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 has more listed cargo space at 462 litres (16.3 cu ft), versus 434 litres (15.3 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T?

2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 is heavier at 1,828 kg (4,030 lb), while 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T is listed at 1,350 kg (2,976 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T?

2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $25,090 USD, compared with $36,745 USD for 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 or the 2025 Kia Forte GT 1.6T?

2023 Chrysler 300 Touring 3.6L V6 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.