The new 2023 Kia Forte is a fun and practical compact sedan that is an attractive proposition in its segment due to its value and its numerous qualities.

Six versions to choose from

The new 2023 Kia Forte has something to offer to everyone since it is offered in six different trim levels that can make it an impressive value proposition, a very well-equipped sedan or a surprisingly sporty compact. Indeed, the entry-level LX comes standard with creature comforts such as power windows, heated front seats, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an 8-inch touch screen, and steering-wheel audio controls. All of this is even more impressive when considering the Forte’s starting price, which is one of the lowest in the industry.

For more luxury, the EX, EX+, and EX Premium models add elements that include a heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control, smart key access, and Lane Keeping Assist, among many other safety features.

For a sportier appearance, the GT Line adopts distinctive exterior styling elements while also upping the luxury content with items such as the heated rear seats and the ventilated front seats. The GT Limited backs up this style with a powerful turbocharged engine.

A very practical small car

Despite not being a very large sedan, the 2023 Kia Forte is very practical since it benefits from one of the most capacious trunks in its category, with 433 litres of useable cargo volume. If large items don’t fit in this space, the standard split folding rear seat can be used in order to open up the trunk to the cabin, exponentially increasing the total cargo volume in doing so. The Forte is not only practical due to its cargo compartment, however since it can also be equipped with the Kia Connect suite of connected services that make it possible to control a number of the car’s features via a phone app.