2011 Kia Forte LX

Exterior Features

• Mirror Color: Body-Color
• Door Handle Color: Body-Color

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Single
• Front Air Conditioning

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt
• Reading Lights: Front
• Power Steering: Variable/Speed-proportional
• Cargo Area Light
• Cruise Control
• Rearview Mirror: Manual Day/Night
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual
• Power Outlet(s): Two 12V
• Center Console: Front Console With Armrest And Storage
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Phone
• 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: Disc
• Braking Assist
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel

Drivetrain

• Axle Ratio: 2.89

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control

Audio System

• Antenna Type: Mast
• In-Dash CD: Single Disc
• In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
• Total Speakers: 4
• Radio: AM/FM
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Jack
• Auxiliary Audio Input: USB
• Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Instrumentation

• Gauge: Tachometer
• Fuel Economy Display: MPG
• Fuel Economy Display: Range

Telematics

• Wireless Data Link: Bluetooth

Lights

• Headlights: Auto Off
• Headlights: Auto On

Tires and Rims

• Wheel Covers: Full
• Tire Type: All Season
• Wheels: Steel
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Windows

• Window Defogger: Rear
• Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent

Safety

• Active Head Restraints: Dual Front
• Child Safety Door Locks
• Child Seat Anchors: LATCH System
• Emergency Interior Trunk Release
• 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 Mirror Adjustments: Manual

Seats

• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Height
• Rear Headrests: 2
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: 6
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4
• 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
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Lumbar

Seatbelts

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

Steering

• Turns Lock-To-Lock: 2.9

Keeping in line with the stylish and practical Forte compact sedan and first-for-Kia Forte Koup, the all-new 2011 Forte five-door adds another attractive option to the Forte family.

The Kia 2011 Forte five-door builds on the popular Forte compact sedan and bold Forte Koup by employing another practical yet modern iteration of the platform.

Lower and firmly set on its haunches, the 2011 Kia Forte five-door carries with it all the amenities of the Forte line and introduces a new front grille, alloy wheels, lower valence design, center console, paddle shifters, push-button start and navigation in addition to the ostensible fifth door for a distinct appearance and intentional practicality.

The 2011 Forte five-door is available with two efficient engines -- 2.0-liter or 2.4-liter -- and a new six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

"We have been promoting the Kia brand evolution over the past few years and backed it up with dramatic gains in quality and value while adding world-class design every step of the way," said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing, KMA. "Kia's recent launch cycle has now delivered eight new products in less than two years, this aggressiveness is nothing short of amazing and speaks to the growing power of the brand in the U.S. and globally."