2014 Kia Forte LX

Exterior Features

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

Comfort Features

• Shift Knob Trim: Urethane
• Armrests: Rear Folding
• Interior Accents: Chrome
• Floor Material: Carpet
• Steering Wheel Trim: Urethane

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Single
• Rear Vents: Second Row
• Front Air Conditioning

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Steering Wheel: Tilt And Telescopic
• One-Touch Windows: 1
• Power Steering
• Power Windows: Lockout Button
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Audio
• Rearview Mirror: Manual Day/Night
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual
• Power Outlet(s): Two 12V Front
• Assist Handle: Rear
• Center Console: Front Console With Armrest And Storage
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Phone
• Assist Handle: Front
• 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

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Hill Holder Control

Engine

• Battery Saver

Audio System

• Auxiliary Audio Input: Bluetooth
• Antenna Type: Diversity
• 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
• Auxiliary Audio Input: IPod/IPhone
• Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Instrumentation

• Clock
• Gauge: Tachometer
• Digital Odometer
• External Temperature Display
• 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

• Headlights: Halogen

Tires and Rims

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

Windows

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

Safety

• 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: Power
• Side Mirrors: Heated

Security

• Power Door Locks

Seats

• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: Height
• Rear Headrests: 3
• Driver Seat Manual Adjustments: 6
• Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments
• 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: 14.5

The all-new 2014 Kia Forte reveals a stunning European design-inspired sedan. Sitting on an all-new chassis that is longer, wider and lower than the previous-generation Forte, the all-new third-generation Forte offers more room, performance and amenities.

The Forte LX features a 1.8-liter powerplant, while the Forte EX comes standard with a 2.0-liter engine. With 148 horsepower and 131 lb.-ft. of torque, the 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine routes power to the front wheels through either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional six-speed automatic gearbox.

Forte EX enhances the driving experience with a 173-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder GDI engine. With a robust 154 lb.-ft. of torque, the EX comes standard with a six-speed automatic.

Dramatically swept headlight lenses cut deeply into the front fenders and incorporate projector headlamps. Gentle sculpting along the Forte's lower flanks taper the sheet metal inward, affording the car a taut, nimble appearance without diminishing its road presence.

The driver-centric cabin is canted 10 degrees and features high-quality materials and soft touch points. Large, easy-to-read instruments dominate the binnacle, and secondary controls fall easily to hand. Tasteful chrome bezels ring the HVAC rotary knobs and the optional push-button start.

The new optional Flex Steer system allows the driver to choose between three distinct steering profiles: Comfort, Normal and Sport. Features in the Premium Package include heated front and rear seats, a 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with class-exclusive air-cooled ventilation, leather seat trim, power sunroof, 17-inch alloy wheels and push button start with Smart Key and a heated steering wheel.