2019 Kia Forte

The 2019 Kia Forte EX is a compact sedan that delivers far more than youd expect. With sharp styling, advanced tech, and the kind of comfort usually reserved for higher segments, this Forte EX offers excellent value without cutting corners.

Under the hood, its powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine producing 147 horsepower, paired with Kias Intelligent Variable Transmission IVT for smooth, fuel-efficient performancejust 7.4L/100 km combined. Whether youre commuting, cruising, or running weekend errands, the Forte handles it all with quiet confidence.

Inside, the EX trim adds premium touches that make every drive more enjoyable. Youll find heated front seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, automatic climate control, and a power sunroof that opens up the cabin. The interior is thoughtfully designed, offering plenty of space for passengers and cargo.

Technology is a standout, with an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and wireless phone charging all standard. A rearview camera, keyless entry, and push-button start add everyday convenience.

Safety comes built in with features like blind spot detection, lane keeping assist, forward collision avoidance, and rear cross-traffic alert, giving you peace of mind on every drive.

Stylish, efficient, and surprisingly well-equipped, the 2019 Kia Forte EX is proof that compact can still feel premium.

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Engine: 4 Cylinder Engine 2.0L
L/100Km City: 7.7
L/100Km Hwy: 5.9

Safety Equipment

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side Impact Beams
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Collision Mitigation-Front
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
• Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
• Airbag Occupancy Sensor
• Rear Child Safety Locks
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
• Back-Up Camera
• Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist Lane Departure Warning
• Driver Monitoring-Alert
• Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot
• UVO Intelligence Emergency Sos
• Forward collision-avoidance assist (FCA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
• Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist
• Advanced forward collision-avoidance assist (FCA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

Interior Equipment

• 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
• Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
• Power Rear Windows
• Front Cupholder
• Rear Cupholder
• Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
• Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
• Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
• Glove Box
• Driver Foot Rest
• Full Cloth Headliner
• Day-Night Rearview Mirror
• Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
• Cargo Area Concealed Storage
• Cargo Space Lights
• Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
• Delayed Accessory Power
• Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
• Driver Information Centre
• Trip Computer
• Digital/Analog Appearance
• Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
• Perimeter Alarm
• Immobilizer
• 1 12V DC Power Outlet
• Air Filtration
• Heated Leather Steering Wheel
• Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
• Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
• HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
• Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
• FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
• Front Centre Armrest and Rear Centre Armrest
• 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
• Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
• Smart Device Remote Engine Start
• Analog Appearance
• Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
• Manual Air Conditioning
• Cloth Seat Trim
• Full Carpet Floor Covering
• Front Map Lights
• Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim
• 6-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline, Height Adjustment and Fore/Aft Movement
• Adaptive
• Vinyl Door Trim Insert
• Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
• Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
• Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Down
• Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
• 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Heated Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
• Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
• 6-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
• Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
• Front Seats w/Power 2-Way Driver Lumbar
• Remote Releases -Inc: Proximity Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
• Synthetic Leather Seat Trim
• UVO Intelligence Tracker System
• Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: height adjusting driver seat
• 8-Way Driver Seat -inc: Power 2-Way Lumbar Support
• Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: power driver seat
• Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats -inc: power driver seat

Exterior Equipment

• Clearcoat Paint
• Body-Coloured Door Handles
• Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
• Splash Guards
• Front License Plate Bracket
• LED Brakelights
• Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
• Tire Mobility Kit
• Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
• Perimeter/Approach Lights
• Variable Intermittent Wipers
• Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
• Body-Coloured Front Bumper
• Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
• Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
• Black Grille w/Chrome Surround
• Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
• Light Tinted Glass
• Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
• Trunk Rear Cargo Access
• Chrome Side Windows Trim
• Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip
• Tires: P225/45R17
• Tires: P205/55R16
• Wheels: 16" Machined-Finish Alloy
• Wheels: 17" Machined-Finish Alloy

Entertainment Equipment

• Streaming Audio
• 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
• Window Grid Antenna
• Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
• 6 Speakers
• Regular Amplifier
• Digital Signal Processor
• Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Voice Activation and Radio Data System
• Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and External Memory Control
• Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack and Radio Data System
• Radio: AM/FM -inc: 8" display audio, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, steering wheel audio controls, 3.5" LCD supervision cluster and wireless cell charger
• Radio: AM/FM w/UVO Intelligence -inc: harman/kardon premium sound system, 8" integrated navigation and display audio, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, steering wheel audio controls, 4.2" LCD cluster, wireless cell charger and satellite radio
• Radio: AM/FM w/UVO Intelligence -inc: 8" display audio, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, steering wheel audio controls, 4.2" LCD cluster, wireless cell charger and satellite radio

Mechanical Equipment

• Front-Wheel Drive
• Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
• Front Anti-Roll Bar
• Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
• 53 L Fuel Tank
• Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
• Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
• Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
• 120 Amp Alternator
• Engine: 2.0L MPI 4 Cyl DOHC 16V D-CVVT
• Transmission: Intelligent Variable Automatic
• 4.89 Axle Ratio
• 60-Amp/Hr 600CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
• Transmission w/Sequential Shift Control