The new Forte GT-Line adds a host of advanced technology and convenience features, wrapped in a head-turning package of style upgrades—all available for a modest fee.1
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2021 Forte
Your road. Your rules.
With powerful engine options, technology innovations, exceptional fuel economy, and sleek styling, Forte breaks the rules so you can rule the road.
With powerful engine options, technology innovations, exceptional fuel economy, and sleek styling, Forte breaks the rules so you can rule the road.
<p>Forte GT shown with optional GT2 package. Not all optional features available on all trims. Some features may vary.</p>
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<p>Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) is not a substitute for safe driving and may not detect all objects in front of vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.<br>
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<p>Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® apps use your smartphone cellular data service. Normal cellular service rates will apply.<br>
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<p>Apple CarPlay® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.<br>
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Standard Auto Emergency Braking Technology
GT trim with a 201 hp turbocharged engine
Standard Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®
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“Starting MSRP” is manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for base model trim. Forte GT with optional GT2 Package shown priced higher at $24,690. MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options and dealer charges. Actual prices set by dealer and may vary. Kia Motors reserves the right to make changes at any time as to vehicle availability, destination, and handling fees, colors, materials, specifications, features, accessories, packages and models. Not responsible for typographical and computer errors. Other options available for other trim levels. Some color, package, and option selections may include, exclude, or require the purchase of additional options and packages. All exterior and interior images and specifications contained on this website are based on latest product information available at the time of posting and may vary slightly from actual product. See retailer for details.
FORTE GT-LINE
Bolder than ever.
Forte GT built to thrill.
FORTE GT
Up the ante, GT-style.
Exterior Accents
Make your presence known with Forte GT’s red grille inserts and rear diffuser accents, and glossy black mirror caps, side sills, and rear lip spoiler.1
Performance Transmissions
Forte GT’s standard 7-speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission (DCT) allows the turbocharged engine’s powerband to be controlled via the steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Or opt for three-pedal driving with the available 6-Speed Manual Transmission.2
Powertrain
The heart of the Forte GT is a 201 horsepower turbocharged engine, which provides 195 lb.-ft. of torque and features a Sport-Tuned Dual Exhaust system.3
18-inch Wheels
The Forte GT announces its arrival with 18-inch, two-tone machine finish alloy wheels.4
Interior Details
Interior details include a flat-bottomed steering wheel, combination cloth and SOFINO synthetic leather black seat trim with red stitching, and ambient lighting with an illuminated “GT” logo on the dash.5
Exterior Accents
Make your presence known with Forte GT’s red grille inserts and rear diffuser accents, and glossy black mirror caps, side sills, and rear lip spoiler.1
Performance Transmissions
Forte GT’s standard 7-speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission (DCT) allows the turbocharged engine’s powerband to be controlled via the steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Or opt for three-pedal driving with the available 6-Speed Manual Transmission.2
Powertrain
The heart of the Forte GT is a 201 horsepower turbocharged engine, which provides 195 lb.-ft. of torque and features a Sport-Tuned Dual Exhaust system.3
18-inch Wheels
The Forte GT announces its arrival with 18-inch, two-tone machine finish alloy wheels.4
Interior Details
Interior details include a flat-bottomed steering wheel, combination cloth and SOFINO synthetic leather black seat trim with red stitching, and ambient lighting with an illuminated “GT” logo on the dash.5
FORTE 360
Take a quick spin.1
Take a quick spin.1
Quality that can go the distance.
Kia is the #1 Ranked Brand, Mass Market, 6 Years in a Row.1
2020 Forte earns 2020 IIHS Top Safety Pick when equipped with optional Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist and LED headlights.
2020 Forte EX shown with optional features. Not all optional features available on all trims. Some features may vary.
For maximum protection, always wear your seat belt. Please refer to your vehicle's Owner's Manual for additional important safety information regarding airbags, including additional cautions and warnings.
Inflated airbags are shown for illustration only.
Quality you can trust backed by Kia's Best-in-Class Warranty.
EXTERIOR
Be wild, by design.
Stinger-Inspired Style
With a sporty front fascia, tiger-nose grille, and available 17-inch machine-finished alloy wheels, the Forte’s flowing contours look like poetry in motion, even when standing still.1
Front LED Lighting
Available LED headlights with Auto-Leveling include High Beam Assist (HBA) adding substance and safety to the front-end style.2
Rear LED Lighting
Available LED taillights feature a unique light composition that delivers a striking impression to all who follow.3
Stinger-Inspired Style
With a sporty front fascia, tiger-nose grille, and available 17-inch machine-finished alloy wheels, the Forte’s flowing contours look like poetry in motion, even when standing still.1
Front LED Lighting
Available LED headlights with Auto-Leveling include High Beam Assist (HBA) adding substance and safety to the front-end style.2
Rear LED Lighting
Available LED taillights feature a unique light composition that delivers a striking impression to all who follow.3
INTERIOR
Enjoy the ride.
Cabin Size
The spacious cabin has an intuitive layout, with everything where you need it. There’s also ample rear legroom and headroom, as well as generous cargo space.1
Heated and Ventilated Seats
Available heated and ventilated front seats offer variable heat settings and or fan speeds to help enhance comfort for both the driver and front passenger.2
10-Way Power-Adjustable Driver’s Seat
The available 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support lets you customize your perfect driving position.3
60/40 Split Seating
Available split-folding rear seat helps you pack in longer cargo items, and still leave room for up to two rear-seat passengers.4
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
Available Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control means both front seat positions can choose independent settings for precise personal comfort.5
Cabin Size
The spacious cabin has an intuitive layout, with everything where you need it. There’s also ample rear legroom and headroom, as well as generous cargo space.1
Heated and Ventilated Seats
Available heated and ventilated front seats offer variable heat settings and or fan speeds to help enhance comfort for both the driver and front passenger.2
10-Way Power-Adjustable Driver’s Seat
The available 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support lets you customize your perfect driving position.3
60/40 Split Seating
Available split-folding rear seat helps you pack in longer cargo items, and still leave room for up to two rear-seat passengers.4
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
Available Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control means both front seat positions can choose independent settings for precise personal comfort.5
TECHNOLOGY
Connect with tech.
Touch or Talk Navigation
Displayed on the standard 8-inch touch screen, the available Voice Command Navigation system can help you find your way with a clear vision of what’s ahead.1
Maps, Apps, and Music
Standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ allow you to bring along all your must-haves, accessed via the prominent touch screen or hands-free with voice control.2
Untangle Your Console
It’s never been easier to charge on the go. Just place your compatible smartphone on the available center-console wireless charging pad and power up your connectivity.3
No Hands Required
No more waving your hands and feet. With the available Smart Trunk™ feature, just stand directly behind the trunk with your key fob, and it opens automatically.4
Touch or Talk Navigation
Displayed on the standard 8-inch touch screen, the available Voice Command Navigation system can help you find your way with a clear vision of what’s ahead.1
Maps, Apps, and Music
Standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ allow you to bring along all your must-haves, accessed via the prominent touch screen or hands-free with voice control.2
Untangle Your Console
It’s never been easier to charge on the go. Just place your compatible smartphone on the available center-console wireless charging pad and power up your connectivity.3
No Hands Required
No more waving your hands and feet. With the available Smart Trunk™ feature, just stand directly behind the trunk with your key fob, and it opens automatically.4
CONNECTIVITY
Sync your ride.
Tap into connected car features with available UVO link, which syncs your compatible smartphone with your Forte.1
Remote Start with Climate Control
Connected Routing
911 Connect & Roadside Assistance
Amazon Alexa
Google Assistant
KIA DRIVE WISE
Your traffic wingman.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
Designed to help mitigate or even help avoid an accident, the standard FCA system can help apply the brakes in certain situations to help prevent some imminent frontal collisions.1
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
BCW with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCCA) can help alert you with an indicator light on the outside mirrors if the system detects vehicles in your Forte’s blind spot. Standard on Forte GT-Line, EX, GT, and GT M/T trims.2
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)
The available SCC system uses radar sensors to detect vehicles in front of you under certain conditions, and then can help slow down or accelerate to maintain a predetermined distance between your vehicle and vehicle ahead.3
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Standard on all Forte trims, an LKA system can apply a slight steering correction in certain circumstances to help bring the vehicle back into the lane. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) can also help alert drivers who may be drifting outside of their indicated lane markings.4
High Beam Assist (HBA)
The available HBA system automatically dims your Forte’s high beams for oncoming vehicles, then returns to the high-beam setting once the oncoming vehicle passes.5
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
Designed to help mitigate or even help avoid an accident, the standard FCA system can help apply the brakes in certain situations to help prevent some imminent frontal collisions.1
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
BCW with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCCA) can help alert you with an indicator light on the outside mirrors if the system detects vehicles in your Forte’s blind spot. Standard on Forte GT-Line, EX, GT, and GT M/T trims.2
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)
The available SCC system uses radar sensors to detect vehicles in front of you under certain conditions, and then can help slow down or accelerate to maintain a predetermined distance between your vehicle and vehicle ahead.3
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Standard on all Forte trims, an LKA system can apply a slight steering correction in certain circumstances to help bring the vehicle back into the lane. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) can also help alert drivers who may be drifting outside of their indicated lane markings.4
High Beam Assist (HBA)
The available HBA system automatically dims your Forte’s high beams for oncoming vehicles, then returns to the high-beam setting once the oncoming vehicle passes.5
SAFETY
Keep safe and sound.
Advanced Airbags
Just one of several safety features that made the 2020 Forte an IIHS Top Safety Pick, the six-airbag system deploys intelligently based on sensors that monitor impact severity.1
Reinforced Body
54% Advanced High-Strength Steel body helps provide added structural strength, as well as better stability and a quieter ride.2
TCS + ESC
Traction Control System (TCS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). These two standard systems can help reduce wheel spin, increasing control in a variety of situations.3
Hill Start Assist Control
On hills, Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) uses the vehicle’s brakes to keep from rolling downhill after the driver lets off the brake pedal but before they press the accelerator.4
ABS + BAS
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and Brake Assist System (BAS). ABS can help reduce skidding in certain circumstances, while BAS can increase braking pressure when it senses emergency braking situations.5
Advanced Airbags
Just one of several safety features that made the 2020 Forte an IIHS Top Safety Pick, the six-airbag system deploys intelligently based on sensors that monitor impact severity.1
Reinforced Body
54% Advanced High-Strength Steel body helps provide added structural strength, as well as better stability and a quieter ride.2
TCS + ESC
Traction Control System (TCS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). These two standard systems can help reduce wheel spin, increasing control in a variety of situations.3
Hill Start Assist Control
On hills, Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) uses the vehicle’s brakes to keep from rolling downhill after the driver lets off the brake pedal but before they press the accelerator.4
ABS + BAS
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and Brake Assist System (BAS). ABS can help reduce skidding in certain circumstances, while BAS can increase braking pressure when it senses emergency braking situations.5
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<p>“Starting MSRP” is manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for base model trim. Forte GT with GT2 Package shown priced higher at $24,690. MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options and dealer charges. Actual prices set by dealer and may vary. Kia Motors reserves the right to make changes at any time as to vehicle availability, destination, and handling fees, colors, materials, specifications, features, accessories, packages and models. Not responsible for typographical and computer errors. Other options available for other trim levels. Some color, package, and option selections may include, exclude, or require the purchase of additional options and packages. All exterior and interior images and specifications contained on this website are based on latest product information available at the time of posting and may vary slightly from actual product. See retailer for details.</p>
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