2010 Kia Forte news, pictures, and information

KIA MOTORS AMERICA INTRODUCES ALL-NEW KIA FORTE

Forte boasts a class-leading¹ 96.8 cubic feet of passenger volume, while driver and passengers have an impressive 40.0 inches of headroom and 43.3 inches of legroom in the front seats and 37.8 inches of headroom and 35.0 inches of legroom in the rear seats. Forte's trunk also offers an impressive 14.7 cubic feet of cargo space, one of the largest in its class, perfect for luggage for weekend getaways.

Capitalizing on its spacious interior, Forte pampers its riders wîth a host of interior features, starting wîth comfortable, nicely appointed full cloth seats. A six-way adjustable driver's seat, tilt §teering column, rear defroster and dual 12-volt power outlets in the center console are driver- and passenger-conscious luxuries standard on every vehicle.

EX and SX models offer a number of additional standard luxurious touches such as: power windows and door locks; remote keyless entry; air conditioning; map lamps; §teering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls; dual front and rear cup holders; and floor mats. Forte EX and SX models also include standard cruise control wîth an optional sunroof and leather-trimmed seats. Also standard on SX models is a telescoping §teering column as well as sport cloth seats adorned wîth red stitching, further enhancing its energetic persona.

Peppy Performance

Forte LX and EX are powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine, producing 156 horsepower and 144 pound-feet of torque, that features Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) and multi-port electronic fuel injection, both of which provide for greater performance and fuel economy. The SX features an upgraded 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, also wîth CVVT, which delivers 173 horsepower – more than the most powerful versions of the Toyota Corolla¹ or even the 2010 Mazda3.

Two transmission options are offered for the 2010 Forte: a standard five-speed manual transmission or an optional electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission (LX and EX models). The SX model features a standard six-speed manual transmission and an optional five-speed automatic transmission wîth Sportmatic®.

The optional Fuel Economy Package, available wîth the 2.0-liter powerplant, will include the five-speed automatic transmission, Motor Drive Power Steering and low-rolling resistance tires wîth aero enhancements. These improvements result in class-leading combined fuel economy of 36 mpg (highway).

Music that Moves

	Vital Stats
Engine : 2.0 L., 4-cylinder Power: 156 hp Torque: 144 ft-lbs Engine : 2.4 L., 4-cylinder Power: 173 hp Torque: 168 ft-lbs
5-speed Manual, 6-speed Manual, 4-speed Automatic, 5-speed Automatic

Forte comes wîth a standard four speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system outfitted wîth SIRIÚS Satellite Radio capabilities wîth three months complimentary service². Standard on all models is an auxiliary audio input jack and ÚSB port for connecting personal MP3 players. Standard Bluetooth® connectivity enables hands-free operation for compatible cell phones. For true audiophiles, the EX and SX packages also add a standard six speaker surround audio system and §teering wheel controls.

Standard Kia Motors Safety

Forte offers a class-leading level of standard safety equipment, wîth features such as active front headrests, advanced two-stage airbags, front seat-mounted and side curtain airbags, four-wheel disc brakes wîth an antilock brake system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control (TCS), and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

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