The 2023 Kia Forte will check off every item on your wishlist. It offers five configurations, including the LX, LXS, GT-Line, GT, and GT Manual. Each model is equipped with safety and entertainment features and a stylish interior and exterior that will make sure you ride in style. Explore all the trim levels of the 2023 Kia Forte to determine which one is right for you.
2023 Kia Forte LX
Its side mirrors are the same color as the rest of the body, and the solar control glass on the windows keeps the inside of the car nice and cool. Speaking of the inside, you'll notice that the LX model specializes in a black interior, featuring woven cloth that prioritizes your comfort. You and your companion in the front row can skip to the next song or pull up GPS coordinates on the eight-inch touchscreen display, and the four-speaker audio system will make sure you're alert and entertained throughout your commute. This configuration has a starting MSRP of $19,690.
2023 Kia Forte LXS
The 2023 Kia Forte LXS includes many of the components you might like about the LX configuration with a few upgrades. This trim level is ideal for you if you want to drive a sedan that looks like any other you'll see on the highway. Choose an exterior color in deep sea blue, currant red, or fire orange so your friends will see you coming from afar. Exclusive to the LXS are 16-inch alloy wheels and an option for a gray woven interior. The rear seats are also foldable, providing extra space to accommodate your large belongings.
Pop the hood of the LXS and you'll find the same inner components as the LX model. The engine contains two liters and four cylinders, capable of delivering 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. Also consistent is the intelligent variable transmission (IVT), which enhances fuel economy and contributes to a seamless driving experience. In this version of the 2023 Kia Forte, you'll notice the same entertainment and safety features as the lower trim level, including compatibility with Android and Apple devices and a rear-view monitor that makes parking a breeze. The MSRP of the LXS model starts at $20,190.
2023 Kia Forte GT-Line
With the third trim level, you can enjoy advanced features in the exterior and interior design that make this version of the sedan more distinguishable from its lower-level counterparts. The 2023 Kia Forte GT-Line is the only configuration that comes in a sporty blue exterior color and hits the road with 17-inch alloy wheels. Unlike the LS and LXS models, the mirrors on the side of the GT-Line are black gloss and display LED turn signals. Not to mention they have a heated component, which maintains clear reflections, even when it's rainy or foggy during your commute.
Another difference in the vehicle's exterior is its lights. The daytime running lights and taillights shine with LED, and you can turn on foglights that serve as an extra source of visibility when you're driving through inclement weather. The touchscreen display is noticeably larger than the previous trims, spanning over 10 inches, and it includes navigation that makes traveling to new destinations that much easier. Feel free to adjust the atmosphere in the vehicle using the dual-zone climate control system. The additional features of the GT-Line increase its starting MSRP to $21,890, so be sure to ask our experts about financing options.
2023 Kia Forte GT
The 2023 Kia Forte GT is similar to the GT-Line configuration, but there are a few features that make the upgrade worthwhile. The sedan cruises on 18-inch alloy wheels, the largest you'll find on the Forte, and exclusive to the two highest trim levels. Also unique are the dual exhaust tips, which pair well with the rear spoiler to make the exterior appear sportier with greater aesthetic appeal. When you're holding the key, the trunk of the vehicle will open automatically, where you can find a spare tire.
You can recognize the GT model with its black or gray interior that contains cloth, sport seats with red stitching. The leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob will feel smooth against your skin as you prepare to pull off down the street. Thanks to the wireless phone charger, you can stay connected with your friends and family while traveling. The standard safety features, such as automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping assist, protect you, and the GT configuration is the only model that has a forward collision-avoidance feature that detects cyclists. Its starting MSRP is $24,930.
2023 Kia Forte GT Manual
The higher the trim level, the more exclusive the features, and the 2023 Kia Forte GT Manual is no exception. Its exterior boasts a sunroof, allowing you to breathe in fresh air or look up to enjoy the view when you're driving in more scenic parts of town. You'll be excited to take the sedan out for a spin and blast your music playlist through an eight-speaker audio system that uses 320 watts and an integrated subwoofer, and the heated seat will be your best friend when the outside temperature drops below 50 degrees.
With one push of a button, the turbocharged motor brings the sedan to life. It's standard on the GT and GT Manual configurations using 1.6 liters and Inline four cylinders to generate 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. Still, the GT Manual model is the only one with a manual transmission with six speeds. You can rely on the park distance warning to keep you aware of your surroundings when backing into your driveway and the blind-spot collision warning to chime before you merge into another lane. The starting MSRP for this version of the Forte is $25,090.
At Team Kia of El Cajon, we're ready to welcome you to our dealership so you can see the 2023 Kia Forte with your own eyes. Don't hesitate to contact us so we can help you upgrade your wheels.
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