2016 Kia Forte EX

Exterior Features

• Front Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Door Handle Color: Chrome
• Mirror Color: Body-Color
• Exhaust Tip Color: Chrome
• Grille Color: Black
• Rear Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Window Trim: Chrome

Comfort Features

• Shift Knob Trim: Leather
• Steering Wheel Trim: Leather
• Armrests: Rear Folding
• Armrests: Rear Center With Cupholders
• Floor Material: Carpet

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Single
• Front Air Conditioning

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt And Telescopic
• One-Touch Windows: 2
• Reading Lights: Front
• Cargo Area Light
• Cruise Control
• Power Steering
• Multi-Function Remote: Keyless Entry
• Multi-Function Remote: Panic Alarm
• Power Windows: Lockout Button
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Audio
• Rearview Mirror: Manual Day/Night
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual Illuminating
• Power Outlet(s): Two 12V Front
• Assist Handle: Rear
• Center Console: Front Console With Armrest And Storage
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Cruise Control
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Phone
• Storage: Front Seatback
• Storage: Cooled Compartment
• Assist Handle: Front
• Storage: Sunglasses Holder
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Cupholders: Rear
• Storage: Accessory Hook
• Multi-Function Remote: Trunk Release

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Classification: Semi-Independent
• Front Struts: MacPherson
• Rear Suspension Type: Torsion Beam
• Rear Spring Type: Coil
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Front Suspension Type: Lower Control Arms
• Rear Shock Type: Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Disc
• Rear Brake Diameter: 10.3
• Front Brake Diameter: 11
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Braking Assist
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel
• Power Brakes

Drivetrain

• Drive Mode Selector
• Axle Ratio: 3.06

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Hill Holder Control

Engine

• Battery Saver
• Alternator: 90 Amps

In Car Entertainment

• Infotainment Screen Size: 4.2 In.

Audio System

• Auxiliary Audio Input: Bluetooth
• Radio: Touch Screen Display
• Antenna Type: Diversity
• Antenna Type: Mast
• In-Dash CD: Single Disc
• In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
• Total Speakers: 6
• Radio: AM/FM
• Radio Data System
• Speed Sensitive Volume Control
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Jack
• Auxiliary Audio Input: USB
• Auxiliary Audio Input: IPod/IPhone
• Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Instrumentation

• Clock
• Gauge: Tachometer
• Digital Odometer
• External Temperature Display
• Multi-Function Display
• Fuel Economy Display: MPG
• Fuel Economy Display: Range
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Oil Level
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Fuel Level
• Warnings And Reminders: Low Washer Fluid
• Trip Odometer

Telematics

• Wireless Data Link: Bluetooth

Lights

• Front Fog Lights
• Headlights: LED
• Headlights: Auto On/Off

Tires and Rims

• Wheels: Aluminum Alloy
• Tire Type: All Season
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Spare Tire Kit

Windows

• Window Defogger: Rear
• Power Windows
• Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent
• Solar-Tinted Glass

Safety

• Rearview Monitor: In Dash
• Child Safety Door Locks
• Child Seat Anchors: LATCH System
• Emergency Interior Trunk Release
• Camera System: Rearview
• Crumple Zones: Front
• Crumple Zones: Rear

Airbags

• Airbag Deactivation: Occupant Sensing Passenger
• Side Airbags: Front
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirrors: Integrated Turn Signals
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power
• Side Mirrors: Heated
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power Folding

Security

• Anti-Theft System: Alarm
• Power Door Locks: Auto-Locking

Seats

• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Height
• Rear Headrests: 3
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: 6
• Rear Seat Folding: Split
• Front Headrests: 2
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Cloth
• Rear Seat Type: 60-40 Split Bench
• Rear Headrests: Adjustable
• Front Headrests: Adjustable
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Reclining
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Reclining

Seatbelts

• Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front
• Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Front
• Rear Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Front Seatbelts: 3-Point

Steering

• Turns Lock-To-Lock: 3
• Steering Ratio: 15.7

The 2016 Kia Forte is updated with packaging and enhancements to set it apart in a very competitive compact sedan segment.

Available in LX and EX variants, both trims offer customers a long list of standard and optional features, including steering wheel-mounted audio controls, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and Bluetooth.

Now standard on the 2016 Forte is keyless entry with remote trunk release. New for 2016, the optional Popular Plus Package adds cruise control, 16-inch alloy wheels and a Rear Camera Display.

Also, a new-for-2016 Premium Plus Package includes LED taillights, 4.2-inch TFT color LCD supervision meter cluster, 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with cooled ventilation, heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, and dual-zone automatic temperature control with center console rear vents.

The 2016 Forte offers a choice of an efficient 1.8-liter engine or a more powerful 2.0-liter engine. The 1.8-liter powerplant produces 145-horsepower and 130 lb.-ft. of torque delivered through either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional six-speed automatic gearbox.

The Forte EX model comes standard with a 2.0-liter engine that produces 173-horsepower and a robust 154 lb.-ft. of torque through a six-speed automatic.

Influenced by European sport-sedan styling, the Forte's modern and stylish appearance represents the heart of Kia's small car line-up. Slotted between the Rio subcompact sedan and the best-selling Optima midsize sedan, the Forte easily accommodates five passengers and their belongings in the spacious and modern cabin.