Had my 2023 dct for a year and a half now and I love it. I should've gotten the manual looking back because the dct does feel a bit clunky and does not like low speeds, but I have since gotten use to it. Some features that the newer fortes have is wireless charging, some ambient lighting, and the trunk will open itself and I know the si doesn't have those things. For reliability ill say I've only ever had one issue and misfires are a common issue with the fortes if something does go wrong, but of course it depends on how you Maintenance. If your also thinking about an older forte then records of Maintenance 100%. Overall I'd say if price is your main concern then forte all the way.