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.
| Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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| Forte LX | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | M6 | FWD | $15,200 |
| Forte LX | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $16,200 |
| Forte EX | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $17,600 |
| Forte EX Fuel Economy | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $17,900 |
| Forte EX Premium | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $18,550 |
| Forte EX Technology | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $20,350 |
| Forte SX | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $19,100 |
| Forte SX Leather | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $20,100 |
| Forte SX Leather, Technology | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $21,900 |
