At a Glance
| Pricing | $15,400 - $22,850 |
|---|---|
| Drive Types | FWD |
| Engines | 2.0l I4, 2.4l I4 |
| Transmissions | A6, M6 |
| Fuel Economy | 23-26 (city), 32-36 (highway) |
The Forte is Kia's latest line of compact cars. The FWD Forte is larger than the top-selling Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla and includes three body styles: a sedan, a five-door hatchback, and a coupe. A 2.0L four cylinder powers most models. The SX performance models swaps the 2.0L four cylinder for a 2.4L engine increasing horsepower by 17-bhp. The SX also upgrades the tires and transmission. With a base price of around $16,000, the Forte undercuts most competitors in the premium segment.
What Changed:
Higher trim levels receive LED daytime running lights.
| Model/Trim/Package | Engine | Original MSRP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forte LX | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | M6 | FWD | $15,400 |
| Forte LX | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $16,400 |
| Forte EX | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $17,800 |
| Forte EX Fuel Economy | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $18,100 |
| Forte EX Premium | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $18,750 |
| Forte EX Technology | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $20,650 |
| Forte SX | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $19,300 |
| Forte SX Leather | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $21,050 |
| Forte SX Leather, Technology | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $22,850 |