2023 Kia Forte & Forte 5 Features, Specs & Price

Engine

The 2023 Kia Forte is powered by a 2.0L inline-four gas engine that produces 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. The car is priced at $19,490 and has a continuously variable automatic with a front-wheel drive.

The 2023 Kia Forte 5 comes with a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine delivering 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque. The Kia Forte 5 has front-wheel and rear-wheel drive configurations. The Forte 5 is priced at $25,903.

Comfort Features

The Forte and Forte 5 have a lot of things in common, but some crucial differences make them unique. We'll look at some features that set these two vehicles apart. The Forte has six airbags, four-wheel steering, and a multi-link independent rear suspension. This combination provides a smooth ride over all road surfaces.

The Forte 5 has heated front seats with adjustable lumbar support, power front seats with driver memory settings for the driver's seat position and steering wheel position, a dual-zone climate control system with separate fan speed controls for the rear passengers, and leather upholstery throughout the cabin including heated front seats.

Design

The Forte has a similar exterior to the Forte 5. Both cars have a bold front grille, headlights, and a long hood that stretches across the front of the bumper. The Forte has a more aggressive front fascia with black accents on its grille, headlights, and fog lights. Its side profile is also more angular than the Forte 5.

Both have a center stack with buttons for climate control and audio functions, but only the Forte offers rear-seat entertainment options like USB ports and wireless headphones. It also provides more space in its trunk that its predecessor.