Discover everything that the sleek and sporty new 2023 Kia Forte has to offer. From an efficient powertrain or available thrilling turbocharged engine to sport-styling or an available refined interior, the new Kia Forte is customizable to exceed all your expectations. Choose from the standard 147-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-Cylinder engine or the available 201-horsepower 1.6-liter 4-Cylinder Turbocharged GT engine. From within the cabin, you will enjoy a slew of standard and available features that will immerse you in comfort. Enjoy refined features such as heated and ventilated seating, an available sunroof, Kia Connect informant screens, and Kia Drive Wise technology!
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Starting at $19,490
Kia Forte Highlights
Performance: Available 201 horsepower turbocharged engine, 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission w/Paddle Shifters, available Sport Tuned Dual Exhaust, and available Sport-Tuned Multi-link Rear Suspension.
Exterior: Enhanced LED headlights with high beam assist, available LED fog lights & taillights, new front bumper, and new front grill design.
Amenities: Available power sunroof, available GT exclusive leather and contrast stitching, available heated and cooled seats, 10-way power driver’s seat, and more.
Technology: Standard Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, available wireless charging, an available 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation, and more.
Safety Features: Standard Auto Emergency Braking Technology, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Blind Spot Detection, Avoidance Technology, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and more.
2023 Kia Forte vs the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta and the 2023 Hyundai Elantra
SPECIFICATIONS
2023 Kia Forte
2023 Volkswagen Jetta
2023 Hyundai Elantra
Starting Price
$19,490
$20,655
$20,500
GT Performance and Appearance
Available
Not Available
Not Available
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Available
Not Available
Not Available
Harman/Kardon Premium Audio System
Available
Not Available
Not Available
Cargo Capacity
15.3 cu-ft
14.1 cu-ft
14.2 cu-ft
Do not pay more for fewer features in the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta or 2023 Hyundai Elantra when you can enjoy more features for less in the 2023 Kia Forte! At a starting price of only $19,490, you can enjoy available GT performance and appearance, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a Harman Kardon premium audio system, and a best-in-class cargo capacity of 15.3 cubic feet!
Performance Features
The 2023 Kia Forte is an adaptable, efficient, and thrilling compact car that will meet your individual needs for performance. Choose from two engine options, the standard 147-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-Cylinder engine paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission, or the available 201-horsepower 1.6-liter 4-Cylinder Turbocharged GT engine paired with either a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic or 6-speed manual transmission.
Whichever powertrain pairing you choose, you will enjoy a swift and nimble performance. Available multi-link rear suspension will ensure each driving experience is smooth, well-weighted, and comfortable. In terms of efficiency, the 2023 Kia Forte’s standard engine will achieve up to 30 city and 41 highway mpg, while the turbocharged engine will deliver 22 city and 27 highway mpg.
Interior and Exterior Design
The 2023 Kia Forte is a spacious, refined, and sporty compact car designed to help you stand out from the crowd, and stay comfortable within the cabin. Though compact, the interior of the 2023 Kia Forte offers 111 cubic feet of combined passenger space and best-in-class cargo volume. With such space, you will experience full comfort thanks to heated and ventilated seats, a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat, 60/40 split seating, a sunroof, and a Harman Kardon® Premium Audio system.
From the exterior, a bold design brings forward an unmistakable appearance. An aerodynamic body design is met with sleek sculpting, dynamic wheel options, and a captivating front fascia. Available LED headlights with High Beam Assist add substance and practicality to the front-end design, while the rear is elevated by available chrome tailpipes, a striking rear bumper, and LED tail lights.
Safety and Technology Features
Designed with attention to modern amenities that are necessary within a vehicle, the 2023 Kia Forte provides all of the safety and connectivity features to enhance each experience within the cabin. Each 2023 Kia Forte comes with Kia Drive Wise, a suite of active safety features. Included are features such as Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian & Cyclist Detection, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, and more!
As for connectivity technology, the 2023 Kia Forte is available with an 8 or 10.25-inch touchscreen display with available Voice-Command Navigation, Kia Connect, and wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration. With the 2023 Kia Forte, you will also enjoy a center-console wireless charging pad, Smart Trunk™, and Smart Key capabilities!
