The Kia Forte may be an affordable compact vehicle, but in a segment filled with bare-bones machines, the 2018 Forte features a stylish design and high-end features. Despite being a compact, the Forte received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick Plus award, ranking in as one of the safest sedans on the market. While interior space is competitive in the sedan, the Forte5 hatchback variant is an even roomier alternative.
How to Choose: Options, Packages & Styles
The Kia Forte may be an affordable compact vehicle, but in a segment filled with bare-bones machines, the 2018 Forte features a stylish design and high-end features. Despite being a compact, the Forte received the... Read more »
Expert Review: Our Take
Kia has come a long way since being the throwaway, cheap transportation of the 1990s. Now, it boasts premium models like the Optima, K900, Cadenza, and Stinger. Much of the refinement that makes up these... Read more »
Kia Forte versus:
More on the new Kia Forte:
Kia Forte Generations
2014 - 2019 Kia Forte
Major changes included:
The main decision for Forte buyers is between two distinct trim levels: the entry-level LX and upscale EX. The two not only differ in standard and optional equipment, they have different engines and transmissions. Read more »
2010 - 2013 Kia Forte
Major changes included:
The Forte is a mid-size 4-door sedan featuring Kia's new distinctive family look. It is available in three trims; LX, EX and SX. The LX and EX trims both feature a 156-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a standard five-speed manual, or optional four-speed automatic transmission. The SX features a 173-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder and a standard six-speed... Read more »
