2022 Kia Forte Overview
In a world full of SUVs and trucks, finding a sedan is becoming harder for American consumers. But Kia is holding on strong with a handful of available options, including the Forte. For 2022, the Kia Forte arrives with a completely new exterior design and a cabin filled with advanced technology. Need Some Help? Here’s […]
Kia Introduces New Design and Tech Updates for 2022 Forte
It’s finally here! The 2022 Kia Forte has made its debut and the small sedan has been updated with a new design identity and advanced technology. The Forte is one of the last Kia models to get updated for 2022, with the Rio and its five-door variant also recently being announced. Quirky Style: See if […]
2021 Kia Forte Overview
The last major update for the Kia Forte came in 2018 with the introduction of the model’s third generation. Taking cues from the Stinger, the new Forte featured a more prominent fastback profile and short trunk lid. Last year, two exhilarating GT trims were introduced as turbocharged options to make driving the compact sedan even […]
2020 Kia Forte Overview
Now in its third generation, the Kia Forte is even more powerful and more thrilling to drive. The 2020 model arrives with an all-new GT trim equipped with a turbocharged engine under the hood for maximum performance and advanced technology in the cabin to keep you connected on the go. The 2020 Kia Forte is […]
U.S. News & World Report Names Soul and Forte Top Picks for Teens
Now that school is back in session, parents are constantly worrying about their college-age kids driving around on campus or their teenagers going to and from extracurricular activities. Each year, U.S. News & World Report puts together a list of the top vehicle for teens, keeping safety at the forefront of its selections. Two Kia […]
Forte and Cadenza Earn AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards
For 23 years, AutoPacific has been collecting unbiased information from vehicle owners about different makes and models across the auto industry. Its vehicle satisfaction survey measures 40 attributes of the owners’ vehicles, ranging from comfort and interior design to driving performance. This year, two Kia vehicles — the Forte and Cadenza — were honored by […]
Kia Reveals New GT Trims and Pricing for 2020 Forte
The definition of the word “forte” is simply “a thing at which someone excels.” When it comes to Kia’s forte, it is undoubtedly the Forte. The 2019 iteration of the four-door sedan won countless awards from prestigious organizations like J.D. Power, MotorWeek, the IIHS, and more. After the successful redesign last year, Kia debuted the […]
New 2019 Kia Forte Nabs MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award for Best Small Car
The 2019 Kia Forte hit the market primed to become the top vehicle in its segment with a lower starting price and better warranty than the competition and a ton of style and smarts. Its claim to being top of the crop is now supported by a shiny new trophy as the 2019 Forte has […]
Visually Powerful Kia Forte GT-Line Arrives in Chicago
The 2019 Chicago Auto Show brought many exciting vehicles to its show floor and Kia made sure to make an impression with its lineup. Along with the 2020 Sportage making its debut, the performance-based 2020 Kia Forte GT-Line trim wowed show-goers. It’s Not Too Late: New Year’s car care tips for your Kia On the […]
Style, Value, and Features Earn 2019 Kia Forte Southwest Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year Title
The 2019 Kia Forte’s combination of eye-catching style, impressive value, and Kia Stinger-inspired performance has earned the compact sedan a notable distinction — the first-ever Southwest Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year award. According to the judges, it’s the value of the 2019 Forte that makes it their top choice. Check Out: The 2019 Kia Forte […]
Sales of the Kia Forte Lead Automaker to Best-Ever October Posting
The Forte’s popularity has helped Kia Motors America post its best-ever sales for the month of October. The Forte’s impressive sales of 9,537 units significantly contributed to KMA’s total sales of 45,102 vehicles. Also on the sales rise were the Kia Rio, Niro, and Sportage. The Rio posted a 45 percent increase over last year’s […]
Kia Rio and Forte Earn Top Spots in JD Power Infotainment Study
In-vehicle infotainment technology can transform your drive from boring and something you dread to a well-connected, entertaining endeavor that makes your commute fly by. But just because your car is equipped with an infotainment system doesn’t mean it’s easy to use. Worse than not having an infotainment system at all, is having one that’s temperamental […]
Marketing Campaign for 2019 Kia Forte Features Pro Race Car Driver Collette Davis
A new marketing campaign takes the 2019 Kia Forte to new heights. In the capable hands of Pro Race Car Driver Collete Davis, a 2019 Kia Forte production model easily leaps over a Forte drift car in the first of three 30-second campaign ads. The ads, which also feature Kia’s collaboration with Red Bull and […]
Kia Sportage and Forte Models Earn Best-Ever January Sales
2018 is looking pretty good so far for Kia Motors America, which revealed that its Sportage CUV and Forte models recorded unprecedented numbers for the month of January. 2017’s January saw Sportage sales reach 4,623 whereas 2018’s January revealed 5,712 Sportage models sold; 6,267 Forte models were sold in January 2017 and 6,688 were sold […]
2019 Kia Forte Rolls into North American International Auto Show
The highly-anticipated all-new 2019 Kia Forte made its first appearance today at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The compact sedan sports Stinger-like characteristics making the 2019 Kia Forte refined and sporty. Check Out: 2017 Kia Stinger The Forte, Kia’s best-selling vehicle, boasts a more sophisticated interior due to lush materials and design; […]
Kia Motors Gives Sneak Peek of All-New 2019 Forte
Kia Motors just couldn’t wait until the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) to officially open to share images of the all-new 2019 Kia Forte sedan, much to the delight of Kia fans and auto enthusiasts alike. Learn More: Kia places first in J.D. Power quality study The all-new Kia Forte still boats a young, […]
2017 Kia Forte Achieves “Top Safety Pick Plus” Status with the IIHS
The superb safety technology of the 2017 Kia Forte just secured it a place on the IIHS’s Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+) list. The rating applies to all 2017 Forte cars built after March 2017 that are equipped with the optional front crash prevention feature and High Intensity Discharge (HID) Dynamic Bending Light headlights. In […]
2017 June Sales: Optima and Forte Indicate a Counter-Trend Despite Industry-Wide Market Slump
Kia’s June 2017 sales report revealed that the manufacturer has sold a monthly total of 56,143 units. Year-to-date, Kia has sold 295,736 units. How does this compare with last year’s totals? June 2016 witnessed 62,572 units sold. 2017’s year-to-date total was 328,327 units. With such core selling points like affordability, fuel efficiency, and safety, shouldn’t […]