2021 Kia Forte

Starting at $17,890 25/32 miles per gallon(city/highway)* [3]

View Photo Gallery

Model Highlights

The 2021 Kia Forte is offered in five trim levels; FE, LXS, GT-Line, EX and GT. Other than the GT, all are powered by a 2.0L Inline 4-cylinder engine, which creates 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. The engine features dual continuously variable valve timing, which helps provide responsiveness over a wide range while enhancing fuel economy. The FE trim offers a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission or an intelligent variable transmission, while the LXS, GT-Line and EX come standard with the IVT. The Forte's 2.0L engine paired with the IVT offers a combined fuel efficiency of 35 mpg. The entry level Forte FE comes nicely equipped for the low starting price. Standard features include an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment display, 4-speaker audio system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 3.5-inch LCD information display, rearview camera, climate control, remote keyless entry, forward collision avoidance assist, and Lane keep assist. The LXS trim add 16-inch alloy wheels, black gloss sport bumper accents, chrome exhaust tips, a 60/40 split folding rear seat and Drive Mode Select (DMS), which allows drivers to choose their driving style - Normal, Sport or Comfort. Moving up to the GT-Line trim, the Forte adds 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, a leather-wrapped shift knob, a 6-speaker audio system, gloss black exterior details, black mirrors with integrated LED turn signals, a sportier grille and sportier side skirts and a lane change assist function. The EX trim makes the Forte feel almost like a luxury sedan. Standard features include leatherette heated and cooled front seats, 10-way power driver's seat, dual USB charging ports, smart key with push-button start and Smart Trunk. The Smart Trunk feature allows you to stand behind the vehicle with your key and the trunk will automatically open. Additional options include a Harman/Kardon premium audio system, navigation, power sunroof, rear spoiler, smart cruise control and wireless charging. The GT trim costs about the same as the EX, but actually removes some of the more upscale features of that model in exchange for a more powerful engine, a 1.6L turbocharged 4-cylinder making a stout 201 horsepower. Rather than the fuel efficient but not particularly sporty IVT transmission, the GT gets a dual clutch 7-speed as standard, which can snap off shifts in the blink of an eye. A 6-speed manual is optional. Despite having fewer luxury features than the EX, an optional GT2 package includes a ton of high tech features, such as the Harman/Kardon stereo, a power sunroof, heated and cooled seats, park distance control, blind spot warning, smart cruise control and more. The Kia Forte puts a high priority on safety and includes many passive and active safety features. Safety features include a suite of airbags, anti-lock brakes with 4-wheel disc brakes, hill start assist, brake assist system, traction control system and electronic stability control.

Trims

KEY FEATURES

15" Wheels
4-Speaker Audio System
6-Speed Manual Transmission
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) w/ 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Engine: 2.0L 4-Cylinder MPI 16V DOHC w/Dual CVVT
Front Bucket Seats = 6 way Adjustable
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Radio: AM/FM/MP3 Display Audio System -inc: 4 speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, Bluetooth wireless technology, AUX and USB input
Remote Keyless Entry

LXS

KEY FEATURES

16-inch Machine Finish Alloy Wheels
4-Speaker Audio System
60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) w/ 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Engine: 2.0L 4-Cylinder MPI 16V DOHC w/Dual CVVT
Front Bucket Seats = 6 way Adjustable
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Remote Keyless Entry

GT-Line

KEY FEATURES

17" Graphite Finish Alloy Wheels
2.0 Liter, Inline 4-cylinder engine
60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat
Blind Spot Collision Warning
Chrome Metal Accents Interior Trim
Engine: 2.0L 4-Cylinder MPI 16V DOHC w/Dual CVVT
LED Brakelights
Radio: AM/FM/MP3 Display Audio System -inc: 6 speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, Bluetooth wireless technology, AUX and USB input
Smart Key w/ Push-Button Start and Immobilizer

KEY FEATURES

18-inch GT Two-Tone Alloy Wheel
6-Speaker Audio System
60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat
7-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) w/ 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Blind Spot Collision Warning
Chrome Metal Accents Interior Trim
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
LED Brakelights
Smart Key w/ Push-Button Start and Immobilizer

KEY FEATURES

17-inch Graphite Finish Alloy Wheels
2.0 Liter, Inline 4-cylinder engine
Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
Voice-Command Navigation System, 8-inch Color Touch-Screen

Vehicle Details

*2021 Kia Forte GT shown*

mechanical interior safety exterior entertainment

mechanical

60-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection

130 Amp Alternator

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars

Sport Tuned Suspension

Electric Power-Assist Steering

14 Gal. Fuel Tank

Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher

Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs

Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS

Front Vented Discs

Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control

Front-Wheel Drive

4.33 Axle Ratio

interior

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts

Illuminated Glove Box

Driver Foot Rest

Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert

Piano Black Door Panel Insert

Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents

Full Cloth Headliner

Urethane Gear Shifter Material

Cloth & Leatherette Seat Trim -inc: red contrast stitching

Day-Night Rearview Mirror

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination

Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage

Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Front And Rear Map Lights

Full Carpet Floor Covering

Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim

Cargo Area Concealed Storage

Cargo Space Lights

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access

Smart Device Remote Engine Start

Instrument Panel Bin

Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Delayed Accessory Power

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down

Trip Computer

Outside Temp Gauge

Analog Appearance

Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints

Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest

Perimeter Alarm

Air Filtration

1 12V DC Power Outlet

Front Sport Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's and front passenger seats and front passenger seatback map pocket

Driver Seat

Passenger Seat

60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Gauges -inc: Speedometer

Odometer

Engine Coolant Temp

Tachometer

Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Power Rear Windows

Sport Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel

Front Cupholder

Rear Cupholder

Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel

Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter

Illuminated Entry

Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button

Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

Manual Air Conditioning

safety

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Side Impact Beams

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Lane Keeping Assist

Lane Departure Warning

Collision Mitigation-Front

Driver Monitoring-Alert

Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) Blind Spot

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)

Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R) Rear Parking Sensors

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Rear Child Safety Locks

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point

Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Back-Up Camera

exterior

Wheels: 18" Machine Finish Alloy

Tires: P225/40R18 Sport Summer

Steel Spare Wheel

Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo

Clearcoat Paint

Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade

Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Black Side Windows Trim

Body-Colored Door Handles

Black Bodyside Insert and Rocker Panel Extensions

Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster

Light Tinted Glass

Variable Intermittent Wipers

Fully Galvanized Steel Panels

Lip Spoiler

Black Grille

Trunk Rear Cargo Access

Front Fog Lamps

Perimeter/Approach Lights

LED Brakelights

Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Headlights-Automatic Highbeams

entertainment

Radio: AM/FM/MP3 harman/kardon Premium Audio System -inc: 320 watt

8 speakers

8" touch screen

steering remote control

Clari-Fi digital audio restoration

SiriusXM satellite radio

UVO eServices w/voice recognition

support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration

Bluetooth wireless technology

2 USB charger ports (front/center console) and wireless phone charger

Radio w/Seek-Scan

Clock

Speed Compensated Volume Control

Aux Audio Input Jack

Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System

Streaming Audio

Window Grid Antenna

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

Learn More About Other Vehicles

2021 Kia K5

View Details

2021 Kia Seltos

View Details

2021 Kia Sorento

View Details

2021 Kia Soul

View Details

2021 Kia Sportage

View Details

2021 Kia Stinger

View Details

2021 Kia Telluride

View Details

2021 Kia Forte

View Photo Gallery

Model Highlights

Trims

Vehicle Details

Learn More About Other Vehicles

Inventory

Service

Financing

Login

2021 Kia Forte

View Photo Gallery

Model Highlights

Trims

Vehicle Details

Learn More About Other Vehicles

Inventory

Service

Financing