Kia has the right to start bragging about their new compact sedan--the stylishly modern, yet extremely practical 2010 Forte. Consumers can say "Good-bye" to the Spectra and "Hello" to the new Forte with its elegant exterior styling and advanced features that come standard and affordable. "The Forte has many of the elements of much more expensive cars, yet it’s still one of the least expensive small sedans," says thecarconnection.com in their review. Motortrend also commented, "After our stint behind the Forte's well-executed multi-function steering wheel, we'd put it right up there with the best the compact segment has to offer." The three trim styles include the EX, LX, and SX, all of which come with either manual or automatic transmission. All of the trims come with FWD. The SX trim sports the most interior and exterior features with the EX following close behind. Standard features for these trims include steering-wheel mounted cruise control and heated power mirrors. While still sparsely equipped, the LX trims still come with an AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with Sirius satellite radio and 4 speakers. The EX and LX trims come with a 156 hp, 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine and the SX trims come with a 173 hp, 2.4-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine.
Mechanical equipment that gives the new Kia Forte good handling and ride conditions includes hydraulic, power-assisted vacuum front vented disc and solid rear disc brakes with ABS, and engine-speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering. The suspension features include rear suspension with a torsion beam, coil springs, and stabilizer bar and front suspension with MacPherson struts, coil springs, and a stabilizer.
The exterior of the 2010 Kia Forte is causing some lingering glances. "The svelte Forte doesn’t have any awkward angles, and a nice wide stance from the front and back somehow matches the flowing, elegant roofline," says thecarconnection.com. Standard exterior features include body-color door handles, variable intermittent windshield wipers, auto-off clear-lens halogen headlights, and tinted glass with a windshield sunshade band.
Interior features that make the new Forte a more attractive option include Bluetooth hands-free connectivity with steering wheel-mounted controls, a six-way adjustable driver's seat, USB and auxiliary input jacks, an EcoMinder fuel efficiency monitor, and rear cupholders.
The 2010 Kia Forte includes a large assortment of standard safety features including advanced safety features like Electronic Stability Control, a Traction Control System, a Brake Assist System, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System. You'll also appreciate three sets of standard airbags which include dual front advanced airbags, dual front seat-mounted side airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags. The seatbelt features include front and rear 3-point seat belts, front seat-belt pretensioners with force belt limiters, and height-adjustable front seat belt anchors. Other important safety features include front and rear crumple zones, side-impact door beams, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH), and rear child safety door locks.
The New Kia Forte EX Manual Has the Fuel Efficiency and Interior Comfort to be Your Next Car | Base Price: $15,995 |
 The 2010 Kia Forte EX Manual comes with a 156 horsepower, 2.0-liter DOHC Continuously Variable Valve Timing four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission. The fuel efficiency is a remarkable 25/34 MPG city/highway.
The exterior features include alloy wheels and dual body-color heated power mirrors with turn-signal indicators.
Interior features that will make your drive even more enjoyable include power windows, steering-wheel mounted cruise control, a tilt steering column, power door locks with remote keyless entry, and air conditioning. Additionally, you'll enjoy three free months of Sirius satellite radio with the audio package that includes AM/FM/CD/MP3 capabilities and 6 speakers. The rear seat features 60/40 split folding rear seats with a center armrest and adjustable headrests.
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Experience the 2010 Kia Forte 2.0L I4 EX 4A Sedan | Base Price: $16,995 |
 At the heart of the Kia's 2010 Forte I4 EX 4A lies a 2.0L DOHC Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) 4-cylinder engine paired with 4-speed auto transmission with overdrive mode. You'll definitely also appreciate the trim's impressive fuel economy of 25 MPG for city driving and 32 MPG on the highway.
Enjoy this trim's excellent batch of standard features, like 16-inch alloy wheels, dual power mirrors with turn signals and heat function, a tilt steering column, steering wheel-mounted cruise controls, and an AM/FM/CD/MP3/Sirius audio system with six speakers.
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The 2010 Forte LX 5M from Kia | Base Price: $13,695 |
 This LX trim features a five-speed manual transmission and runs on a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine; it has all the same features as its 4A counterpart including cloth seat trim, the AM/FM/CD/MP3/Sirius audio system and tilt steering column.
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The Sleek and Efficient LX Trim Comes with Body-Color Remote Mirrors and Satellite Radio Capabilities | Base Price: $14,695 |
 The 2010 LX Automatic trim comes with a 156 horsepower, 2.0-liter DOHC Continuously Variable Valve Timing four-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The fuel efficiency rating is 25/34 MPG city/highway.
Even though the LX trim doesn't have as many frills it still comes with a great audio system that includes AM/FM/CD/MP3 capabilities, three months of Sirius Satellite Radio, and four speakers. Other standard features include dual body-color remote mirrors and a tilt steering column.
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Take a Look at the 2010 Kia Forte I4 SX with 6-Speed Manual Transmission | Base Price: $17,495 |
 Kia's newly designed 2010 Forte I4 SX runs on a 2.4L DOHC Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) 4-cylinder engine with 6-speed manual transmission and sport-tuned suspension. Enjoy amazing capabilities such as 173 horsepower and 168 pound per feet of torque, as well as an excellent fuel economy of 23 MPG for city driving and 31 MPG on the highway.
Enjoy an appealing and practical exterior design, outfitted with equipment like 17-inch alloy wheels, body-color power side mirrors with heat function and turn-signal indicators, and front fog lights. The trim also comes fully loaded with a huge batch of fantastic comfort and convenience features, including tilt and telescoping steering column, classy leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob, metal-finish interior accents, and a 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with Sirius Satellite Radio.
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Kia's Amazing New 2010 Forte I4 SX: Quality You'll Love | Base Price: $18,495 |
 You'll love driving the I4 SX from Kia's 2010 Forte, achieving up to 173 horsepower and 168 pound per feet of torque with its 2.4-liter DOHC Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) four-cylinder engine and five-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The trim also features sport-tuned suspension, as well as an EPA-estimated 22 MPG for city driving and 32 MPG on the highway.
Wonderful exterior standard equipment includes dual body-color heated power mirrors with turn-signal indicators, front fog lights, and 17" alloy wheels. You're in for an amazing driving experience thanks to the trim's host of interior amenities, such as an AM/FM/CD/MP3/Sirius audio system with 6 speakers, a supervision gauge cluster with trip computer, luxurious leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob, and metal foot pedals.
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| Base Standard Equipment |
| Mechanical Standard Equipment |
| Engine-speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
| Traction Control System (TCS) |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) |
| Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Rear torsion beam suspension |
| Front and rear disc brakes |
| Front MacPherson strut suspension - With stabilizer bar |
| Multi-port fuel injection |
| Exterior Standard Equipment |
| Body-color exterior door handles |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers |
| 5-mph bumpers |
| Roof-moounted antenna |
| Body-color rear garnish |
| Clear-lens headlamps with auto-off |
| Seating Standard Features |
| Six-way adjustable driver's seat |
| Height-adjustable front seat belt anchors |
| Safety Standard Equipment |
| Dual front advanced airbags |
| Dual front seat-mounted side airbags |
| Full-length side curtain airbags |
| Front active headrests |
| Height-adjustable front seat belt anchors |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| Traction Control System (TCS) |
| Brake Assist System (BAS) |
| Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
| Front and rear crumple zones |
| Side-impact door beams |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) |
| Rear child safety door locks |
| Front seat-belt pretensioners with force limiters |
| Front three-point seat belts |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Internal emergency trunk release |
| Impact absorbing steering column |
| Rear three-point seat belts (3) |
| Warranty Standard Features |
| Limited Basic Warranty - 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Limited Powertrain Warranty - 10 years/100,000 miles |
| Roadside Assistance - 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Limited Anti-Perforation Warranty - 5 years/100,000 miles |
| Comfort and Convenience Standard Features |
| Garment hook |
| Cargo area light |
| Dome light |
| Day/night interior rearview mirror |
| Dual visor vanity mirrors |
| Rear window defroster |
| Solar glass |
| Tinted glass with windshield sunshade band |
| Digital clock |
| Fuel door, hood and trunk release |
| Center console with armrest and storage area |
| Dual front cup holders |
| Dual 12-volt power outlets |
| Front door map pockets - With bottle holder |
| Tachometer |
| Bluetooth hands-free connectivity with steering wheel-mounted controls |
| USB and auxiliary input jacks |
| AM/FM/CD/MP3/Satellite audio system |
