At a Glance
| Pricing | $18,100 - $22,400 |
|---|---|
| Drive Types | FWD |
| Engines | 2.0l I4, 2.4l I4 |
| Transmissions | A6 |
| 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. The 5-door model replaces the trunk of the sedan and coupe with a vertical hatch providing access to over 19 cubic feet of storage with the rear seats up.
What Changed:
The manual transmission is no longer offered.
| Model/Trim/Package | Engine | Original MSRP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forte 5d EX | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $18,100 |
| Forte 5d EX Technology | 2.0l I4 (156-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $19,900 |
| Forte 5d SX | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $19,600 |
| Forte 5d SX Leather | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $20,600 |
| Forte 5d SX Leather, Technology | 2.4l I4 (173-bhp) | A6 | FWD | $22,400 |