Kia, the Korean automotive company, has been introducing advanced and compact sedans for the last few years. Kia’s upgraded models of sedans include compact four-door and five-door vehicles, one of them being the latest Kia Forte. The Kia Forte is a family sedan that comes in various trims and updates, including safety, connectivity, look, and performance. There are some important insights on the journey of Kia and the Kia Forte that one can look for.

The Kia Corporation
Kia, an automobile manufacturer based in South Korea, is one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the country. It started its journey in the automotive industry by offering bicycles and small motorcycles. Later, they started manufacturing various Mazda-derived vehicles and light trucks. Today, KIA produces more than one million vehicles annually in various countries’ manufacturing and assembly operation centers. Currently, Hyundai is the parent company of Kia. Even though both groups operate independently, they are closely related and often share vehicle platforms.

Kia Forte
The Kia Forte is a well-equipped vehicle with sharper styling and latest tech options. The model of Forte comes with a large cargo area, easy-to-use infotainment, and a well-built body.

Interior and cargo
The Kia Forte has a refreshed interior with modern cabin features and a 10.3-inch infotainment system (for GT-Line and GT trims). The Optional dual-zone automatic climate control features heated and ventilated front seats. Moreover, the spacious backseats and minimalist designs are built with high-quality materials. The car also has Bluetooth and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with an optional wireless smartphone charging pad. The GT version also has ambient interior lighting. 

Exterior and wheels
The Kia Forte has updated exterior lighting, LED fog lamps, and bumpers. With revised upper grills and a new trunk lid spoiler, this car is smooth. The new wheel design has 18-inch wheels for the GT model, a multi-link rear suspension, and dual sporty exhausts.

Performance
The GT model comes with a 201 Hp turbocharged engine. Another great engine option is the 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 147 horsepower. The Forte GT can accelerate to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds with manual transmission. The non-turbocharged engine can reach the same distance in about 8.2 seconds. The vehicle delivers a comfortable and stable ride with great fuel economy.

Safety
The standard lane assist system keeps the vehicle on track. The car also features automatic emergency braking and forward-collision warning with an upgraded rear cross-traffic alert system. The safe exit warning system provides alerts about potential hazards while exiting the car, so you’re always safe. An optional adaptive cruise control system slows the vehicle in preparation for curves and adjusts speed based on allowed speed limits.

Upgraded KIA Forte
This upgraded version is an upcoming model of the Kia Forte. With a bold design and powerful engine options, this vehicle intends to offer a smooth and comfortable driving experience. You will be able to find a variety of paint options and seat trims for the model.

The vehicle will be available in five trims: LX, LXS, GT-line, GT, and GT Manual. KIA will introduce various connectivity features such as premium audio speakers, voice recognition vehicle control, Google Assistant integration, and SiriusXM® Satellite Radio.

The vehicle’s exterior and interior are designed in a strikingly bold design. Everything, including the steering wheel, seats, cabin, wheels, grills, spoilers, fog lights, and tail lights, will be given a sporty touch. The GT versions get a more powerful turbocharged engine compared to both the versions.

In addition to six airbags, KIA will add other safety features such as forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, rear occupant detection, and a rear backup camera. The GT-Line adds additional exterior styling elements and extended side sills.

Kia has introduced more standard features to both the Kia Forte versions, bringing new updates when compared to its previous models. The handsome refresh of the Forte has made the vehicle more stylish and advanced to keep up with the competition of new entrants.