Sleek and sporty. The 2022 Forte is bolder than ever. With an updated design, newly enhanced technology, powerful engine options, available manual transmission, and up to 41 MPG Highway, Forte’s track-inspired driving experience puts the power in your hands.
Suite of Standard Kia Drive Wise Driver Assist features including Auto Emergency Braking Technology
GT trim with a 201 horsepower turbocharged engine
2021 IIHS Top Safety Pick Award
Comfort comes standard.
The spacious cabin offers ample rear legroom and headroom, and with 111 cu. ft. of combined passenger and cargo volume, it has more space than 2022 Corolla, 2021 Sentra or 2021 Mazda3.1
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
The available 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support lets you customize your perfect driving position.3
Available split-folding rear seat helps you pack in longer cargo items, and still leave room for up to two rear-seat passengers.4
Available Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control means both front seat positions can choose independent settings for precise personal comfort.5
Made to be seen.
With updated upper and lower grills, a new front bumper, and available 16-inch, 17-inch and 18-inch wheels, the Forte’s front has a sporty and powerful look.1
With a new look, the available LED headlights with Auto-Leveling include High Beam Assist (HBA), which add substance to the front-end style.2
The Forte’s rear has a newly designed rear bumper, as well as available LED taillights that deliver a striking impression to all who follow.3
Your traffic wingman.
Designed to help mitigate or even help avoid an accident, the standard FCA-Ped system can help apply the brakes in certain situations to help prevent some imminent frontal collisions.1
BCA is an optional technology that can apply the brakes to help correct and avoid accidents if it detects a vehicle in your blind-spot.2
Optional RCCA scans for oncoming obstacles as you back up. If the system detects a potential hazard crossing into your intended path, it activates audio and/or visual warnings and possible braking intervention.3
Optional NSCC-C automatically adjusts to maintain the driver’s pre-set speed and to keep a safe distance from the vehicle traveling directly ahead, as well as adjusts speed for curves ahead. On highways where information
Standard on all Forte trims, the LKA system can apply a slight steering correction in certain circumstances to help bring the vehicle back into the lane while LFA monitors lane markings to help keep the vehicle centered
Connect with tech.
The available Voice Command Navigation system can help you find your way with a clear vision of what’s ahead on the standard 8-inch touch screen, or on the available 10.25-inch touch screen.1
Standard Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Wireless Android Auto™ allow you to bring along many of your must-have apps, accessed via the prominent touch screen or hands-free with voice control.2
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 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
The available Smart Key gives you added convenience with Push Button Start and Remote Start on the key fob.5
LX
EXTERIOR 15" steel wheels with covers, Tire mobility kit, Automatic headlights, Halogen headlights, LED daytime running lights, Headlight escort function, Solar glass, Body-coloured sideview mirrors, Heated sideview mirrors, Body-coloured door handles, Black beltline trim, Dual Muffler Appearance, Splash guards SAFETY 6 airbags (dual advanced front, dual side curtain, dual front side seat), Immobilizer, Central door lock, Electronic stability control (ESC), 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS), Hill-assist control (HAC), Low washer fluid warning indicator, Rearview cameraera, Heated washer nozzle TECHNOLOGY Air conditioning, 8” Display audio, 6-speaker audio, USB audio input and charging port, Bluetooth® hands-free cell phone connectivity, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration Steering wheel-mounted audio controls, Cruise control, Electronic power steering, Remote keyless entry, 4.2" Supervision LCD/TFT instrument cluster, Express down driver window, Power front windows COMFORT 60:40 split-folding rear seats, Cloth seats, Height adjustable driver's seat, Height adjustable passenger seat, Heated front seats, Tilt and telescopic steering wheel, Leather-wrapped shift knob
LX IVT
Adds to LX Powertrain & Mechanical Auto IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission), Drive Mode Select
EX IVT (Popular)
Adds or Upgrades from LX IVT EXTERIOR 16” Alloy Wheels (Machine Finish) • Chrome Beltline • Gloss Black and White Chrome Coated Grille • Side-view Mirror Turn Signals SAFETY Blind Spot Detection System • Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA) • Rear Cross Traffic Alert • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) (Car/Ped) • Lane Keep Assist • Lane follow assist (LFA) • Driver Attention Alert • Tire Pressure Monitoring System TECHNOLOGY Wireless Cell Charger • Rear USB charger • 6 Speakers COMFORT Heated Steering Wheel • Rear Climate Vents • Rear Center Armrest w/cupholder • Satin Chrome Interior DR Handles • Illuminated Vanity Mirrors • Interior Hydrographic Dash
EX+ IVT
Adds or Upgrades from EX IVT EXTERIOR 17” Alloy Wheels • LED Headlights w/LED Turn Signal • High Beam Assist • LED Taillights • Sunroof • LED interior lighting • Aero blade Wipers
EX Premium
Adds or Upgrades from EX+ SAFETY Smart Cruise Control • Advanced Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA + cycl) • Electric Parking Brake (EPB) TECHNOLOGY UVO Intelligence (w/ Satellite Radio) • Smart Key w/ Push Button Start • Remote Engine Start COMFORT Dual-Zone Auto Climate Control with Auto window defogger • Auto Up/Down Driver Power window with Obstacle detection
GT-Line (New Trim)
Adds or Upgrades from EX Premium EXTERIOR 17” Alloy Wheels(Graphite) • Rear Spoiler • Gloss Black Side-view mirrors • Red point radiator grille with Black High glossy intake • Black beltline • LED Fog lamps SAFETY Highway Drive Assist ( HAD) • Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC) TECHNOLOGY 10.25” Navigation COMFORT CFR Sport Bucket seats w/white stitching ( Synthethic leather) • 10 way Power driver seat with lumbar support. • Ventilated Front seats • Heated Rear Seats • Metal sport pedals • Sport-leather St-wheel.
GT Limited
Adds or Upgrades from GT Limited Powertrain & Mechanical: 1.6L T-GDI 4-cylinder engine • 7-Speed Dual-Clutch AT • Paddle Shifter (Push button type) • Rear multi link, tuned spring and damper • Electronic Sound Generator • Larger front disc brake EXTERIOR 18-inch alloy wheels with red accents • Dual Muffler & Rear Bumper Diffuse TECHNOLOGY Harman Kardon Premium Sound COMFORT FR Sport Bucket seats with Red Stitching (Synthetic leather) • Synthetic Leather Seats