Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Rates

Does the Hyundai Elantra or Kia Forte have cheaper car insurance rates? We break down average rates by trim level for each model back to 2015 to find out.

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  • At an average cost of $2,608 per year, a 2024 Kia Forte has cheaper car insurance rates than a 2024 Hyundai Elantra by an average of $266 per year.
  • Average car insurance cost per month for the Hyundai Elantra is 10.7% more expensive than the Kia Forte, at $217 versus $195, a difference of $22.
  • Out of 15 models in the 2024 small car segment, the Hyundai Elantra ranks 13th and the Kia Forte ranks eighth for car insurance affordability.

Is insurance cheaper for a Hyundai Elantra or Kia Forte?

When comparing 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models, the model with the cheapest average car insurance rates is the Kia Forte. Insurance on a Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $2,608 per year, whereas insurance for a Kia Forte costs an average of $2,342 per year.

Out of seven Hyundai Elantra trims, the cheapest 2024 trim level to insure is the N model at an average cost of $2,224 per year, or $185 per month. Out of the five trim levels available for the Kia Forte, the cheapest 2024 trim level to insure is the LX model at a cost of $2,244.

When all 12 trims of both models are combined and compared, the cheapest trim is the Hyundai Elantra N at an average of $2,224 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra Blue Hybrid costing an average of $2,874 per year.

The table shown below compares the 12-month and monthly car insurance cost for 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models, broken down by individual trim level.

2024 Model Year Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$2,224$185
$2,244$187
$2,266$189
$2,346$196
$2,418$202
$2,438$203
$2,578$215
$2,586$216
$2,608$217
$2,618$218
$2,774$231
$2,874$240

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra and a 2024 Kia Forte
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra and a 2024 Kia Forte

The chart shown below demonstrates the average cost to insure both 2024 models with different driver age groups. For a 2024 Hyundai Elantra, insurance cost ranges from $2,324 to $5,218 per year for the included age groups. A 2024 Kia Forte costs from $2,092 to $4,616 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 1: Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2024 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2024 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$7,988$7,020
20-Year-Old$5,218$4,616
25-Year-Old$3,024$2,708
30-Year-Old$2,770$2,488
40-Year-Old$2,608$2,342
50-Year-Old$2,324$2,092
60-Year-Old$2,170$1,950

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2024 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The next two rate tables show trim level insurance rates for each 2024 model, plus an average rate for each model. The cheapest of the two models to insure for the 2024 model year is the Kia Forte.

2024 Hyundai Elantra

$2,608

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2024 Hyundai Elantra
2024 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
N$2,224
Limited2,578
Limited Hybrid2,586
N Line2,608
SEL2,618
SE2,774
Blue Hybrid2,874
2024 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,608

2024 Kia Forte

$2,342

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2024 Hyundai Elantra
2024 Kia Forte TrimsRate
LX$2,244
LXS2,266
GT-Line2,346
GT2,418
GT Manual2,438
2024 Kia Forte Average Rate$2,342

2023 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

For 2023 Elantra and Forte models, the cheaper model to insure on average is the Kia Forte. Insurance rates for the Hyundai Elantra average $2,542 per year, whereas insurance for a Kia Forte averages $2,286 per year.

Out of seven trims for the 2023 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest car insurance rates are on the SEL model at a cost of $2,264 per year, or about $189 per month.

For the five trims available for the Kia Forte, the cheapest 2023 trim to insure is the LX trim at a cost of $2,192 per year, or about $183 per month.

When comparing aggregated rates for both models from a trim-level perspective, the cheapest trim to insure is the Kia Forte LX at an average cost of $2,192 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim level is the Hyundai Elantra N at an average of $2,768 per year.

From a monthly standpoint, car insurance rates for all 2023 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models and trims range from $183 to $231 per month.

The table shown below compares and ranks the annual and monthly car insurance cost for 2023 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models, showing average cost for each trim level.

2023 Model Year Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$2,192$183
$2,214$185
$2,264$189
$2,280$190
$2,354$196
$2,358$197
$2,382$199
$2,432$203
$2,632$219
$2,650$221
$2,692$224
$2,768$231

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Hyundai Elantra and a 2023 Kia Forte
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Hyundai Elantra and a 2023 Kia Forte

The next chart shows the average cost to insure the two models for different driver ages. Average car insurance cost ranges from $2,272 to $5,078 per year for a 2023 Hyundai Elantra, and $2,036 to $4,560 for a 2023 Kia Forte for the illustrated age groups.

Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 2: Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2023 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2023 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$7,753$6,974
20-Year-Old$5,078$4,560
25-Year-Old$2,942$2,648
30-Year-Old$2,696$2,426
40-Year-Old$2,542$2,286
50-Year-Old$2,272$2,036
60-Year-Old$2,120$1,904

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2023 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The rate tables below illustrate average car insurance cost by trim level for each 2023 model, plus an average rate for each model.

2023 Hyundai Elantra

$2,542

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2023 Hyundai Elantra
2023 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL$2,264
Hybrid Blue2,354
SE2,432
Limited2,632
N Line2,650
Hybrid Limited2,692
N2,768
2023 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,542

2023 Kia Forte

$2,286

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2023 Hyundai Elantra
2023 Kia Forte TrimsRate
LX$2,192
LXS2,214
GT-Line2,280
GT2,358
GT Manual2,382
2023 Kia Forte Average Rate$2,286

2022 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

Insurance rates for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra average $2,466 per year, while insurance for a Kia Forte costs an average of $2,238 per year, making the Kia Forte the model with cheaper overall insurance rates.

Within each model, however, insurance cost varies greatly depending on the exact trim level of the vehicle being insured. For a 2022 Hyundai Elantra, insurance rates range from the cheapest rate of $2,170 per year for the SEL model up to the most expensive rate of $2,680 for the N model. For a 2022 Kia Forte, rates range from $2,142 per year for the FE model up to $2,324 for the GT model.

When comparing rates by trim level for both models, the lowest-cost model and trim is the Kia Forte FE at an average cost of $2,142 per year. The most expensive model and trim level is the Hyundai Elantra N at an average cost of $2,680 per year.

For a 2022 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest models are the SEL, Hybrid Blue, and SE. The cheapest Kia Forte models include the FE, LXS, and GT-Line. From a cost-per-month basis, car insurance rates for all 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models range from $179 to $223 per month.

The rate table below compares and ranks the cost of car insurance for 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models, showing average cost for every trim level.

2022 Model Year Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$2,142$179
$2,170$181
$2,190$183
$2,236$186
$2,256$188
$2,276$190
$2,324$194
$2,382$199
$2,566$214
$2,578$215
$2,652$221
$2,680$223

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on October 24, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra and a 2022 Kia Forte
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra and a 2022 Kia Forte

The next chart shows the average cost to insure both models with different drivers at the wheel. For a 2022 Hyundai Elantra, the average car insurance cost ranges from $2,206 to $4,964 per year for the included driver ages. A 2022 Kia Forte costs from $1,996 to $4,490 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 3: Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2022 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2022 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$7,606$6,879
20-Year-Old$4,964$4,490
25-Year-Old$2,858$2,594
30-Year-Old$2,614$2,376
40-Year-Old$2,466$2,238
50-Year-Old$2,206$1,996
60-Year-Old$2,060$1,866

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2022 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

How does car insurance cost for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra compare to a Kia Forte?

  • The cheapest 2022 Hyundai Elantra insurance is on the SEL costing $2,170 per year. The cheapest 2022 Kia Forte to insure is the FE costing $2,142 per year.
  • Average car insurance cost per month for the Hyundai Elantra is 9.7% more expensive than the Kia Forte, at $206 versus $187, a difference of $19.
  • When compared to the national average car insurance rate of $2,276 per year, the Hyundai Elantra costs $190 more per year, while the Kia Forte costs $38 less per year.
  • For a 19-year-old driver, insurance on a Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $6,986 per year and Kia Forte insurance costs an average of $6,308 per year, a difference of $678 per year.
  • A high deductible policy could save as much as $332 per year for the Hyundai Elantra and $318 for the Kia Forte.
  • When comparing the most expensive models of each vehicle to insure, the most expensive 2022 Hyundai Elantra to insure is the N at $2,680 per year. The most expensive 2022 Kia Forte to insure is the GT at $2,324 per year.
  • For a 17-year-old driver, insurance on a Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $8,668 per year and Kia Forte insurance costs an average of $7,798 per year, a difference of $870 per year.
  • A low deductible policy could cost up to $644 more per year for the Hyundai Elantra and $612 for the Kia Forte.

For the seven trim levels available for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest trim level to insure is the SEL trim at an average cost of $2,170 per year, or around $181 per month.

The 2022 Kia Forte has five trim levels available, with the cheapest trim to insure being the FE trim at an average cost of $2,142 per year, or $179 per month.

When insurance rates for all 12 trims of both models are combined and sorted by cost, the cheapest vehicle to insure is the Kia Forte FE at a cost of $2,142 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra N costing an average of $2,680 per year.

The rate tables below show the cost to insure the available trim levels for both 2022 models, along with an average cost for each model. The 2022 Kia Forte has cheaper overall car insurance rates than the 2022 Hyundai Elantra.

2022 Hyundai Elantra

$2,466

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2022 Hyundai Elantra
2022 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL$2,170
Hybrid Blue2,236
SE2,382
N Line2,566
Limited2,578
Hybrid Limited2,652
N2,680
2022 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,466

2022 Kia Forte

$2,238

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2022 Hyundai Elantra
2022 Kia Forte TrimsRate
FE$2,142
LXS2,190
GT-Line2,256
GT Manual2,276
GT2,324
2022 Kia Forte Average Rate$2,238

2021 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

When comparing insurance rates for 2021 models, a Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $2,356 per year to insure and a Kia Forte costs $2,020, making the Kia Forte cheaper to insure by $336 per year for 2021.

The chart below demonstrates the average cost to insure both models for the 20, 30, 40, and 50-year-old driver age groups. For a 2021 Hyundai Elantra, the average car insurance cost ranges from $2,110 to $4,758 per year for these driver ages. A 2021 Kia Forte costs from $1,798 to $4,050 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 4: Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2021 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2021 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$7,293$6,201
20-Year-Old$4,758$4,050
25-Year-Old$2,728$2,344
30-Year-Old$2,492$2,148
40-Year-Old$2,356$2,020
50-Year-Old$2,110$1,798
60-Year-Old$1,972$1,682

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2021 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

For the six trims available for the 2021 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest model to insure is the SEL Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,890 per year, or around $158 per month.

For the five trim levels available for the Kia Forte, the cheapest 2021 trim to insure is the FE Sedan model at a cost of $1,930 per year, or $161 per month.

When trim-level rates for both models are compared, the most affordable model and trim level to insure is the Hyundai Elantra SEL Sedan at an average of $1,890 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra Sport Sedan costing $2,610 per year.

The next tables show average car insurance cost by trim level for each 2021 model, along with an average cost for each model. The 2021 Kia Forte has more affordable average car insurance rates than the 2021 Hyundai Elantra.

2021 Hyundai Elantra

$2,356

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2021 Hyundai Elantra
2021 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL Sedan$1,890
EcoSedan1,956
SE Sedan2,498
Value Edition Sedan2,564
Limited Sedan2,610
Sport Sedan2,610
2021 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,356

2021 Kia Forte

$2,020

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2021 Hyundai Elantra
2021 Kia Forte TrimsRate
FE Sedan$1,930
LXS Sedan1,976
EX Sedan2,044
GT-Line Sedan2,044
GT Sedan2,108
2021 Kia Forte Average Rate$2,020

2020 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

When comparing insurance rates for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models, the Kia Forte has cheaper rates by an average of $320 per year for 2020.

The rate chart below visualizes the average cost to insure both models using a range of rated driver ages. Average car insurance cost ranges from $2,048 to $4,618 per year for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,748 to $3,938 for a 2020 Kia Forte for the illustrated age groups.

Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 5: Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2020 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2020 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$7,076$6,028
20-Year-Old$4,618$3,938
25-Year-Old$2,648$2,276
30-Year-Old$2,416$2,086
40-Year-Old$2,284$1,964
50-Year-Old$2,048$1,748
60-Year-Old$1,912$1,634

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2020 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

The 2020 Hyundai Elantra has eight trim levels available, with the cheapest model to insure being the SEL Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,840 per year.

For the five trim levels available for the Kia Forte, the cheapest 2020 trim level to insure is the FE Sedan trim at a cost of $1,876.

When comparing aggregated rates for both models from a trim-level perspective, the lowest-cost model and trim to insure is the Hyundai Elantra SEL Sedan at an average cost of $1,840 per year, and the most expensive model and trim level is the Hyundai Elantra GT N Line Sedan at an average of $2,606 per year.

The tables shown below display the cost to insure the available trim levels for both 2020 models, as well as the overall average rate for each model. The winner for the 2020 car insurance cost comparison is the Kia Forte.

2020 Hyundai Elantra

$2,284

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2020 Hyundai Elantra
2020 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL Sedan$1,840
EcoSedan1,902
GT Hatchback1,902
SE Sedan2,436
Value Edition Sedan2,500
Limited Sedan2,544
Sport Sedan2,544
GT N Line Sedan2,606
2020 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,284

2020 Kia Forte

$1,964

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2020 Hyundai Elantra
2020 Kia Forte TrimsRate
FE Sedan$1,876
LXS Sedan1,920
EX Sedan1,986
GT-Line Sedan1,986
GT Sedan2,048
2020 Kia Forte Average Rate$1,964

2019 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

When comparing insurance cost for 2019 models, a Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $2,148 per year to insure and a Kia Forte costs $1,908, making the Kia Forte cheaper to insure by $240 per year.

The rate chart below illustrates the average cost to insure both models for four different driver age groups. The average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,928 to $4,346 per year for a 2019 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,710 to $3,838 for a 2019 Kia Forte.

Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 6: Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2019 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2019 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$6,666$5,879
20-Year-Old$4,346$3,838
25-Year-Old$2,486$2,210
30-Year-Old$2,270$2,016
40-Year-Old$2,148$1,908
50-Year-Old$1,928$1,710
60-Year-Old$1,798$1,598

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2019 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of eight trim levels for the 2019 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest auto insurance rates are on the SEL Sedan trim at a cost of $1,894 per year. For the four trims available for the Kia Forte, the cheapest 2019 trim level to insure is the FE Sedan trim at a cost of $1,830.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the lowest-cost model and trim level to insure is the Kia Forte FE Sedan at an average rate of $1,830 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim is the Hyundai Elantra GT N Line Sedan at an average cost of $2,368 per year.

The tables below show both 2019 models and all trim levels available for each one, including an overall average cost for each model.

2019 Hyundai Elantra

$2,148

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2019 Hyundai Elantra
2019 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SEL Sedan$1,894
EcoSedan1,954
GT Hatchback1,954
SE Sedan2,142
Value Edition Sedan2,246
Limited Sedan2,306
Sport Sedan2,306
GT N Line Sedan2,368
2019 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,148

2019 Kia Forte

$1,908

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2019 Hyundai Elantra
2019 Kia Forte TrimsRate
FE Sedan$1,830
LX Sedan1,912
S Sedan1,930
EX Sedan1,964
2019 Kia Forte Average Rate$1,908

2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

When comparing average insurance rates for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models, the Hyundai Elantra is cheaper to insure by an average of $10 per year.

The chart shown below demonstrates the average cost to insure both models for the 20 to 50-year-old driver age groups. Average car insurance cost ranges from $1,900 to $4,274 per year for a 2018 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,910 to $4,278 for a 2018 Kia Forte.

Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 7: Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2018 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2018 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$6,543$6,539
20-Year-Old$4,274$4,278
25-Year-Old$2,450$2,456
30-Year-Old$2,234$2,242
40-Year-Old$2,114$2,124
50-Year-Old$1,900$1,910
60-Year-Old$1,776$1,786

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2018 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of eight Hyundai Elantra trims, the cheapest 2018 model to insure is the GT Sport Hatchback model at an average cost of $1,628 per year. The 2018 Kia Forte has seven trims available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the S Sedan model at an average cost of $1,760 per year, or around $147 per month.

When comparing both models at a trim-level basis, the lowest-cost model and trim level to insure is the Hyundai Elantra GT Sport Hatchback at an average rate of $1,628 per year. The most expensive model and trim level is the Kia Forte Forte5 SX Hatchback costing an average of $2,336 per year.

The next two rate tables show average car insurance cost by trim level for a 2018 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte, including an overall average cost for each model. The model with the cheapest overall car insurance cost for 2018 is the Hyundai Elantra.

2018 Hyundai Elantra

$2,114

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2018 Hyundai Elantra
2018 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
GT Sport Hatchback$1,628
SE Sedan2,068
GT Hatchback2,164
SEL Sedan2,164
Value Edition Sedan2,164
EcoSedan Turbo2,222
Sport Sedan2,222
Limited Sedan2,280
2018 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,114

2018 Kia Forte

$2,124

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2018 Hyundai Elantra
2018 Kia Forte TrimsRate
S Sedan$1,760
LX Sedan2,028
Forte5 LX Hatchback2,124
EX Sedan2,182
SX Sedan2,182
Forte5 EX Hatchback2,240
Forte5 SX Hatchback2,336
2018 Kia Forte Average Rate$2,124

2017 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

When comparing car insurance rates for 2017 models, a Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $2,124 per year to insure and a Kia Forte costs $2,060, making the Kia Forte cheaper to insure by $64 per year for this comparison year.

The next chart illustrates the average cost to insure both models using a range of rated driver ages. The average car insurance cost ranges from $1,912 to $4,292 per year for a 2017 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,856 to $4,150 for a 2017 Kia Forte.

Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 8: Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2017 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2017 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$6,569$6,342
20-Year-Old$4,292$4,150
25-Year-Old$2,456$2,384
30-Year-Old$2,242$2,172
40-Year-Old$2,124$2,060
50-Year-Old$1,912$1,856
60-Year-Old$1,786$1,732

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2017 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of five trims for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest car insurance rates are on the SE Sedan trim at a cost of $2,008 per year. Out of the six trim levels available for the Kia Forte, the cheapest 2017 trim to insure is the S Sedan model at a cost of $1,896 per year, or about $158 per month.

When rates are compared for the 11 trim levels of both 2017 models, the most affordable model and trim level to insure is the Kia Forte S Sedan at an average rate of $1,896 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim level is the Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan at an average of $2,206 per year.

The next two tables illustrate average cost to insure each trim level for a 2017 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte, along with an average cost for each model.

2017 Hyundai Elantra

$2,124

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2017 Hyundai Elantra
2017 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SE Sedan$2,008
GT Hatchback2,100
EcoSedan2,152
Sport Sedan2,152
Limited Sedan2,206
2017 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$2,124

2017 Kia Forte

$2,060

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2017 Hyundai Elantra
2017 Kia Forte TrimsRate
S Sedan$1,896
LX Sedan2,000
LX Hatchback2,062
EX Hatchback2,116
EX Sedan2,116
SX Hatchback2,168
2017 Kia Forte Average Rate$2,060

2016 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

When comparing average insurance cost for 2016 models, the Hyundai Elantra costs an average of $1,804 per year to insure and the Kia Forte costs $1,766, making the Kia Forte the winner by $38 for this model year.

The rate chart below illustrates the average cost to insure both models rated for a variety of different driver ages. Average insurance cost ranges from $1,628 to $3,626 per year for a 2016 Hyundai Elantra, and $1,592 to $3,550 for a 2016 Kia Forte for these driver ages.

Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 9: Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2016 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2016 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$5,534$5,416
20-Year-Old$3,626$3,550
25-Year-Old$2,084$2,042
30-Year-Old$1,902$1,864
40-Year-Old$1,804$1,766
50-Year-Old$1,628$1,592
60-Year-Old$1,518$1,486

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2016 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

Out of five trims for the 2016 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest average car insurance prices are on the SE Sedan model at a cost of $1,716 per year, or about $143 per month.

The 2016 Kia Forte has seven trims available, with the cheapest model to insure being the LX Sedan trim at an average cost of $1,652 per year.

When looking at the aggregated rates by trim for both models, the lowest-cost model and trim to insure is the Kia Forte LX Sedan at an average rate of $1,652 per year. The most expensive vehicle to insure is the Kia Forte SX Hatchback costing $1,848 per year.

The tables shown below show the average cost to insure all 2016 trim levels, plus the average rate for each model. The winner for the 2016 car insurance cost comparison is the Kia Forte.

2016 Hyundai Elantra

$1,804

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2016 Hyundai Elantra
2016 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SE Sedan$1,716
GT Hatchback1,800
Value Edition Sedan1,800
Limited Sedan1,848
Sport Sedan1,848
2016 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$1,804

2016 Kia Forte

$1,766

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2016 Hyundai Elantra
2016 Kia Forte TrimsRate
LX Sedan$1,652
EX Coupe1,682
SX Coupe1,732
EX Sedan1,800
LX Hatchback1,800
EX Hatchback1,848
SX Hatchback1,848
2016 Kia Forte Average Rate$1,766

2015 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte

When comparing car insurance rates for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models, the Hyundai Elantra has cheaper rates by an average of $124 per year.

The rate chart below displays the average cost to insure the two models for different driver ages. For a 2015 Hyundai Elantra, insurance cost ranges from $1,416 to $3,122 per year for these driver ages. A 2015 Kia Forte costs from $1,528 to $3,400 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages.
Figure 10: Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte models for different driver ages. Rates updated on October 24, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2015 model year Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2015 Hyundai Elantra vs. Kia Forte Insurance Cost
Driver Age Hyundai Elantra Kia Forte
18-Year-Old$4,749$5,181
20-Year-Old$3,122$3,400
25-Year-Old$1,808$1,956
30-Year-Old$1,648$1,782
40-Year-Old$1,568$1,692
50-Year-Old$1,416$1,528
60-Year-Old$1,322$1,426

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2015 model year. Updated October 24, 2025

For the four trims available for the 2015 Hyundai Elantra, the cheapest trim level to insure is the SE Sedan model at an average cost of $1,508 per year, or $126 per month. Out of the five trim levels available for the Kia Forte, the cheapest 2015 trim to insure is the EX Coupe model at a cost of $1,636.

When trim-level rates for both models are compared, the overall cheapest vehicle to insure is the Hyundai Elantra SE Sedan at an average of $1,508 per year, and the most expensive model and trim level is the Kia Forte EX Hatchback costing an average of $1,774 per year.

The tables shown below show trim level insurance cost averages for both 2015 models, along with the average rate for each model. The 2015 Hyundai Elantra wins the head-to-head comparison over the 2015 Kia Forte for the cheapest average car insurance rates.

2015 Hyundai Elantra

$1,568

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2015 Hyundai Elantra
2015 Hyundai Elantra TrimsRate
SE Sedan$1,508
GT Hatchback1,556
Limited Sedan1,600
Sport Sedan1,600
2015 Hyundai Elantra Average Rate$1,568

2015 Kia Forte

$1,692

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2015 Hyundai Elantra
2015 Kia Forte TrimsRate
EX Coupe$1,636
LX Sedan1,650
SX Coupe1,682
EX Sedan1,726
EX Hatchback1,774
2015 Kia Forte Average Rate$1,692

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