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Feb 26, 2024

When it comes to compact sedans, the Kia Forte is an iconic entry in this sector, and this year only cements its status. The 2024 Kia Forte has a stylish sporty exterior, two powertrain options, and dream-like handling for drivers behind the wheel. Let’s take a look at the ways the 2024 Kia Forte redefines the compact sedan experience with excellence in design, comfort, and performance.

An image of a Kia Forte driving down the road with the setting sun and mountains behind.

The 2024 Kia Forte: Redefining Compact Sedan Excellence

The 2024 Kia Forte comes with an impressive powertrain lineup. LX, LXS, and GT-Line models each have a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with an output of 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. The GT and GT Manual trims each have a 1.6-liter four-cylinder turbocharged powertrain that produces 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. 

The total interior volume without a sunroof is 96 cubic feet, or 93.5 cubic feet with a sunroof. The total cargo volume for the Forte is 15.3 cubic feet. 

LX

The base LX has an intelligent variable transmission and 15-inch steel wheels. This model gets 30 MPG in the city, 41 MPG on the interstate, and 34 MPG combined. Other standard features for this trim include an eight-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. 

LXS

The LXS is equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels and has a mileage of 28 MPG in the city, 39 MPG on the highway, and 32 MPG combined. This trim also has 60/40 folding rear seats, two front USB ports, and assistive technology such as rear occupant alert, driver attention warning, and automatic emergency braking. 

GT-Line

The GT-Line model has 17-inch alloy wheels, unique GT-Line body features, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, and alloy sport pedals. Other unique features of this model include Sport seats with SynTex & Cloth seating material, a flat-bottom leather steering wheel, LED fog lights, LED taillights, and LED daytime running lights. Standard interior features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Kia Connect, satellite radio, and navigation, a Smart Key with push-button start, and dual-zone automatic climate control. 

GT

The GT trim comes with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, paddle shifters, a sport-tuned dual exhaust, a sport-tuned multi-link rear suspension, and 18-inch alloy wheels. This model gets 27 MPG in the city, 35 MPG on the interstate, and 30 MPG combined. This trim is outfitted with blind spot detection technology, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, and smart cruise control with stop-and-go. 

GT Manual

This trim has a unique six-speed manual transmission, 18-inch alloy wheels, sport-tuned handling features, and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer tires as standard features. The GT Manual trim gets 22 MPG in the city, 31 MPG on the highway, and 26 MPG combined.  This trim also has heated front seats, SynTex sport seats with red accent stitching, a sunroof, and a rearview monitor with dynamic parking guidance. 

The Forte is an excellent sporty sedan with a big personality and compact size. Visit Auffenberg Kia in Shiloh, IL to test drive your favorite Forte model today.