2023 Kia Forte - Better Than CIVIC?
2023 Kia Forte Pros & Cons
- What we like
- Loaded with features at lower price than most competitors
- High fuel economy
- Easy-to-use tech and infotainment system
- Generous warranty
- Great exterior styling
- Spacious cabin
- What we didn't like
- Sluggish base engine
- Stiff ride
- Seat comfort could be improved
Overview
The Forte is a grown-up small sedan that’s a fantastic value for the money with above-average utility. Other highlights include a comfortable, quiet interior and an extensive list of available features. However, it lags well behind top competitors in driving dynamics, ride quality and rear legroom.
Engine
The 2023 Forte comes powered by a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine with 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque. The Forte weighs between 2,769 and 3,079 lb, so acceleration is not the goal here; it’s fuel economy.
With 201 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque from the 1.6-liter turbo-4, the Forte GT can achieve a 60-mph run in 6.7 seconds. We’d award a score of 6 here, on the condition it’s matched with the 6-speed manual transmission rather than the 7-speed automatic.
Features
Inside, the new Forte is both attractive and packed with tech is equipped with:
- LED headlights w/ high beam assist
- LED fog lights & tail lights
- Sleek front & rear bumpers
- Stylish front grill
- 17” & 18” alloy wheel options
- 6L Turbocharged Engine w/ 201 hp
- 7-speed Dual Clutch Auto Transmission w/paddle shifters
- Available 6-speed manual transmission
- Sport-tuned dual exhaust
- Sport-tuned multi-link rear suspension
- Sport seats and steering wheel
- Standard Auto Emergency Braking Technology
- Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go
- Blind Spot Detection and Avoidance Technology
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Standard Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
- Wireless phone charger
- 25-inch Touchscreen Display w/Navigation, Kia Connect, and SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Hands-free smart trunk release
- Sunroof
- GT-Line & GT exclusive sport design leather wrapped steering wheel
- GT-Line & GT exclusive interior enhancements including contrast stitching
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- 10-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support
- LED interior lighting
These are some of the standard features equipped in the new Forte 2023
Price
The price of New KIA Forte 2023 is range from $19,490 for the LX and $24,890 for top of the line GT variant.
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