2011 Kia Forte Overview

2011 Kia Forte

2011 Kia Forte Review

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According to Kia, the Forte sedan has one of the roomiest interiors in its class--as well as one of the best-equipped cabins. Kia also claims to have one of the most advanced sound systems available which includes speed-dependent volume compensation to automatically increase the volume at higher speeds and Power Bass. The Forte is also covered by one of the most extensive warranties in the business, which includes ten years or 100,000 miles on powertrain components, five years or 60,000 miles limited warranty on the entire vehicle and five years or 60,000 miles of roadside assistance.
4dr Sdn Auto
LX
MSRP: $16,690

  • 15" steel wheels w/full covers
  • 195/65R15 tires
  • Body-color bumpers -inc: rear garnish
  • Clear-lens headlamps w/auto-off
  • Body-color mirrors
  • Solar tinted glass w/shade band
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers
  • Body-color door handles

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: aux input jack, USB port, (4) speakers
  • SIRIUS satellite radio *Includes free (3) month trial subscription*
  • Bluetooth hands-free link -inc: steering wheel controls

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
  • Brake assist
  • Electronic brake force distribution
  • Electronic stability control w/traction control
  • Front/rear crumple zones
  • 5-MPH bumpers
  • Side impact door beams
  • Dual front advanced airbags -inc: passenger switch
  • Front seat side mounted airbags
  • Full-length side curtain airbags
  • 3-point height-adjustable front seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters
  • 3-point rear seat belts
  • Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Impact-absorbing steering column
  • Internal emergency trunk release
  • Rear child safety door locks

  • Front bucket seats w/active headrests -inc: 6-way manual driver seat
  • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat w/adjustable headrests
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Center console w/armrest & storage
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • EcoMinder fuel efficiency monitor
  • Tachometer
  • Fuel door, hood & trunk remote release
  • Air conditioning
  • Rear window defroster
  • Front/rear cup holders
  • Dual 12V pwr outlets
  • Front door map pockets w/bottle holders
  • Dual visor vanity mirrors
  • Cargo area light

  • 2.0L DOHC MPI CVVT I4 engine
  • 6-speed automatic transmission w/OD
  • Front wheel drive
  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
  • Torsion beam rear suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers
  • Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
  • Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes
  • BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC
  • STONE, SEAT TRIM
  • REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO)
  • FRONT/REAR CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO)
  • CARGO NET (PIO)
  • CARGO TRAY (PIO)
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS (PIO)
  • EBONY BLACK
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (PIO)
  • STANDARD PAINT
  • REAR SPOILER (PIO)
  • CLEAR WHITE
Price $16,690 MSRP
Body Style sedan
Engine Gas I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy 26 MPG city
36 MPG highway
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
4dr Sdn Auto
EX
MSRP: $18,090

  • 15" steel wheels w/full covers
  • 195/65R15 tires
  • Body-color bumpers -inc: rear garnish
  • Clear-lens headlamps w/auto-off
  • Body-color pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals
  • Solar tinted glass w/shade band
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers
  • Body-color door handles

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: aux input jack, USB port, (6) speakers
  • SIRIUS satellite radio *Includes free (3) month trial subscription*
  • Bluetooth hands-free link -inc: steering wheel controls

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
  • Brake assist
  • Electronic brake force distribution
  • Electronic stability control w/traction control
  • Front/rear crumple zones
  • 5-MPH bumpers
  • Side impact door beams
  • Dual front advanced airbags -inc: passenger switch
  • Front seat side mounted airbags
  • Full-length side curtain airbags
  • 3-point height-adjustable front seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters
  • 3-point rear seat belts
  • Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Impact-absorbing steering column
  • Internal emergency trunk release
  • Rear child safety door locks

  • Front bucket seats w/active headrests -inc: 6-way manual driver seat
  • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat w/adjustable headrests
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Center console w/armrest & storage
  • Front/rear carpeted floor mats
  • Tilt steering wheel w/audio & cruise control
  • EcoMinder fuel efficiency monitor
  • Tachometer
  • Trip computer
  • Pwr windows
  • Pwr door locks
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Cruise control
  • Fuel door, hood & trunk remote release
  • Air conditioning
  • Rear window defroster
  • Front/rear cup holders
  • Dual 12V pwr outlets
  • Front door map pockets w/bottle holders
  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
  • Sunglass holder
  • Map lights
  • Cargo area light

  • 2.0L DOHC MPI CVVT I4 engine
  • 6-speed automatic transmission w/OD
  • Front wheel drive
  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
  • Torsion beam rear suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers
  • Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
  • Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes
  • COFFEE, SEAT TRIM
  • BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC
  • STONE, SEAT TRIM
  • REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO)
  • CARGO NET (PIO)
  • CARGO TRAY (PIO)
  • BRONZE METALLIC
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS (PIO)
  • EBONY BLACK
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (PIO)
  • FUEL ECONOMY PKG -inc: smart alternator, motor-driven pwr steering, silica tires, aero improvements, eco badging
  • TITANIUM METALLIC
  • DARK CHERRY METALLIC
  • SPICY RED METALLIC
  • STANDARD PAINT
  • PREMIUM PKG -inc: pwr sunroof, 16" alloy wheels, front/rear 205/55R16 tires
  • REMOTE START (N/A w/TCK Tech Pkg) (PIO)
  • REAR SPOILER (PIO)
  • SNOW WHITE PEARL
  • TECH PKG -inc: push button start, smart key, navigation system, fully auto temp control, fog lamps, auto headlamps, chrome exterior door handles (REQ: PT Premium Pkg)
  • BLACK, SEAT TRIM
  • WHEEL LOCKS (REQ: PT Premium Pkg) (PIO)
Price $18,090 MSRP
Body Style sedan
Engine Gas I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy 26 MPG city
36 MPG highway
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
4dr Sdn Man
LX
MSRP: $15,690

  • 15" steel wheels w/full covers
  • 195/65R15 tires
  • Body-color bumpers -inc: rear garnish
  • Clear-lens headlamps w/auto-off
  • Body-color mirrors
  • Solar tinted glass w/shade band
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers
  • Body-color door handles

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: aux input jack, USB port, (4) speakers
  • SIRIUS satellite radio *Includes free (3) month trial subscription*
  • Bluetooth hands-free link -inc: steering wheel controls

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
  • Brake assist
  • Electronic brake force distribution
  • Electronic stability control w/traction control
  • Front/rear crumple zones
  • 5-MPH bumpers
  • Side impact door beams
  • Dual front advanced airbags -inc: passenger switch
  • Front seat side mounted airbags
  • Full-length side curtain airbags
  • 3-point height-adjustable front seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters
  • 3-point rear seat belts
  • Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Impact-absorbing steering column
  • Internal emergency trunk release
  • Rear child safety door locks

  • Front bucket seats w/active headrests -inc: 6-way manual driver seat
  • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat w/adjustable headrests
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Center console w/armrest & storage
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Tachometer
  • Fuel door, hood & trunk remote release
  • Air conditioning
  • Rear window defroster
  • Front/rear cup holders
  • Dual 12V pwr outlets
  • Front door map pockets w/bottle holders
  • Dual visor vanity mirrors
  • Cargo area light

  • 2.0L DOHC MPI CVVT I4 engine
  • 6-speed manual transmission
  • Front wheel drive
  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
  • Torsion beam rear suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers
  • Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
  • Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes
  • BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC
  • STONE, SEAT TRIM
  • REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO)
  • FRONT/REAR CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO)
  • CARGO NET (PIO)
  • CARGO TRAY (PIO)
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS (PIO)
  • EBONY BLACK
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (PIO)
  • STANDARD PAINT
  • REAR SPOILER (PIO)
  • CLEAR WHITE
Price $15,690 MSRP
Body Style sedan
Engine Gas I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy 25 MPG city
34 MPG highway
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
4dr Sdn Auto
SX
MSRP: $19,590

  • 17" alloy wheels
  • 215/45R17 tires
  • Body-color bumpers -inc: rear garnish
  • Clear-lens headlamps w/auto-on/off
  • Front fog lamps
  • Body-color pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals
  • Solar tinted glass w/shade band
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers
  • Body-color door handles

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: aux input jack, USB port, (6) speakers
  • SIRIUS satellite radio *Includes free (3) month trial subscription*
  • Bluetooth hands-free link -inc: steering wheel controls

  • 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
  • Brake assist
  • Electronic brake force distribution
  • Electronic stability control w/traction control
  • Front/rear crumple zones
  • 5-MPH bumpers
  • Side impact door beams
  • Dual front advanced airbags -inc: passenger switch
  • Front seat side mounted airbags
  • Full-length side curtain airbags
  • 3-point height-adjustable front seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters
  • 3-point rear seat belts
  • Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
  • Impact-absorbing steering column
  • Internal emergency trunk release
  • Rear child safety door locks

  • Front bucket seats w/active headrests -inc: 6-way manual driver seat
  • 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat w/adjustable headrests
  • Sport cloth seat trim
  • Center console w/armrest & storage
  • Front/rear carpeted floor mats
  • Metal pedals
  • Leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/audio & cruise control
  • Supervision gauge cluster
  • EcoMinder fuel efficiency monitor
  • Tachometer
  • Trip computer
  • Pwr windows
  • Pwr door locks
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Cruise control
  • Fuel door, hood & trunk remote release
  • Air conditioning
  • Rear window defroster
  • Front/rear cup holders
  • Dual 12V pwr outlets
  • Metal finish trim
  • Front door map pockets w/bottle holders
  • Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
  • Sunglass holder
  • Map lights
  • Cargo area light
  • Leather-wrapped shift knob

  • 2.4L DOHC MPI CVVT I4 engine
  • 6-speed automatic transmission w/OD -inc: paddle shifters
  • Front wheel drive
  • Independent MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
  • Torsion beam rear suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers
  • Sport-tuned suspension
  • Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
  • Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes
  • BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC
  • REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO)
  • CARGO NET (PIO)
  • CARGO TRAY (PIO)
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS (N/A w/LEA Leather Pkg) (PIO)
  • EBONY BLACK
  • ELECTROCHROMIC MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (N/A w/LEA Leather Pkg) (PIO)
  • TITANIUM METALLIC
  • SPICY RED METALLIC
  • LEATHER PKG -inc: leather heated seating surfaces, windshield de-icer, electrochromic mirror (REQ: MR Pwr Moonroof)
  • PWR SUNROOF
  • STANDARD PAINT
  • REMOTE START (N/A w/TEK Tech Pkg) (PIO)
  • REAR SPOILER (PIO)
  • SNOW WHITE PEARL
  • TECH PKG -inc: push button start, smart key, navigation system, fully auto temp control, chrome exterior door handles (REQ: LEA Leather Pkg)
  • BLACK, SEAT TRIM
  • WHEEL LOCKS (PIO)
Price $19,590 MSRP
Body Style sedan
Engine Gas I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy 23 MPG city
32 MPG highway
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive