Kia Forte: Putting the fun in function

Kia Forte: Putting the fun in function

With many notable sedans in the metro, it is not that easy to stand out on the road. Well, this doesn’t seem to be an issue for the Kia Forte as its dashing structure makes it striking from any angle.

On the inside, this compact sedan features a simple yet elegant dashboard. The car is equipped with a 3.5-inch LCD multi-function display and an eight-inch display audio system.

Kia has also guaranteed that space in the Forte’s ample interior is functional. Passengers can take advantage of the 60:40 folding rear seats that can be utilized if the 502-liter cargo compartment isn’t enough.

If you’re looking for more additional features, you may want to consider Kia Forte’s top trim, the 1.6 Turbo GT AT. Its exclusive features include an electro chromic rear view mirror, power seats with lumbar support, and a smart key.

Kia Forte Dash

The Forte has also been impressing its owners with its dynamic performance. The EX and LX variants are powered by 1.6-liter T-GDI and D-CVVT engines matched with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode. Meanwhile, the GT variant uses a turbocharged gasoline direct injection (T-GDI) petrol engine which is paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch (DCT) with manual mode.

Kia Forte passengers can also enjoy their trips with peace of mind thanks to the vehicle’s hot-stamped steel and advanced high-strength steel which ensures a rigid protection in case of a crash.

With its wide range of interesting features and specifications, you’re still probably confused on which is the right Forte for you so let this spec chart further guide you.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Kia Forte 1.6 LX AT

Kia Forte 1.6 EX AT

Kia Forte 1.6 Turbo GT AT

Length x Width x Height (mm)

4,640 X 1,800 X 1,450

4,640 X 1,800 X 1,450

4,640 X 1,800 X 1,450

Wheelbase (mm)

2,700

2,700

2,700

Minimum Ground Clearance (mm)

150

150

150

Minimum Turning Radius (m)

5.3

5.3

5.3

Fuel Tank Capacity (L)

50

50

50

Curb Weight (kg)

1,220

1,220

1,335

Gross Vehicle Weight (kg)

1,690

1,690

1,800

Engine

1.6-liter In-line Four Cylinders, DOHC, Dual-CVVT Petrol

1.6-liter In-line Four Cylinders, DOHC, Dual-CVVT Petrol

1.6-liter In-line Four Cylinders, DOHC, Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (T-GDI) Petrol

Displacement (cc)

1,591

1,591

1,591

Maximum Output (ps/rpm)

128/6,300

128/6,300

204/6,000

Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)

155/4,000

155/4,000

265/1,500-4,500

Transmission

Six-speed Automatic with Manual Mode

Six-speed Automatic with Manual Mode

Seven-speed Dual-clutch (DCT) with Manual Mode

Steering

Motor Driven Power Steering

Motor Driven Power Steering

Motor Driven Power Steering

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Drive Mode Select

Without

Without

With

Brakes

Front: Disc

 

Rear: Drum

Front: Disc

 

Rear: Disc

Front: Disc

 

Rear: Disc

Suspension

Front: McPherson strut and stabilizer

 

Rear: Coupled Torsion Beam Axle

Front: McPherson strut and stabilizer

 

Rear: Multi-link

Front: McPherson strut and stabilizer

 

Rear: Multi-link

Wheel Type

16-inch Alloy

17-inch Alloy

17-inch Alloy

Tire Size

205/55R16

225/45R17

225/45R17

Spare Tire

Temporary Steel

Temporary Steel

Temporary Steel

Headlamps

Projection Type Halogen

Bi-Function LED

Bi-Function LED

Auto Light Control

With

With

With

Daytime Running Lights

With

LED

LED

Position Lamp

With

LED

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Without

Projection Type

Projection Type

Front and Rear Bumpers

Body Color with Black Trim

Body Color with Black Trim

GT Design

Exterior Rear View Mirrors

Body Color, Electric Adjustable and Heated

Body Color, Electric Adjustable and Heated

High Gloss, Electric Adjustable, Heated and Folding

Turn Signal Indicators

Fender

Exterior Rear View Mirror Integrated

Exterior Rear View Mirror Integrated

Antenna

Fin Type

Fin Type

Fin Type

Front Windshield Wipers

Intermittent

Intermittent

Intermittent

Radiator Grille

Black

Glossy Black with Chrome Trim

Glossy Black, GT Design

Outside Door Handles

Body Color

Body Color

Body Color

Muffler

Single

Single

Dual with Chrome Coating

Rear Window Defogger

With

With

With

Rear Spoiler

Without

With High Mount Stop Lamp

With High Mount Stop Lamp

High Mount Stop Lamp

With

With

LED

Rear Combination Lamps

With

With

LED

Speedometer

With

With

With

Tachometer

With

With

With

Rheostat

With

With

With

Multi-function Display

3.5-inch LCD

3.5-inch LCD

3.5-inch LCD

Driver/Passenger Sunvisors

With Vanity Mirrors

With Vanity Mirrors, Ticket Holder and Illumination

With Vanity Mirrors, Ticket Holder and Illumination

Interior Rear View Mirror

Day and Night

Day and Night

Electro Chromic

Sunglass Case

With

With

With

Overhead Console Lamp

With

With

With

Room Lamp

Second Row

Second Row

Second Row

Dashboard Trim

Metallic

Glossy

Glossy

Inside Door Handles

Black

Satin Chrome

Satin Chrome

Steering Wheel Type

3-Spoke Polyurethane

3-Spoke Leather

3-Spoke Leather with Paddle Shift

Steering Wheel Column

Tilt and Telescopic

Tilt and Telescopic

Tilt and Telescopic

Steering Wheel Controls

Audio, Bluetooth Hands-Free

Audio, Bluetooth Hands-Free

Audio, Bluetooth Hands-Free

Gear Shift Knob

Polyurethane

Leather

Leather

Parking Brake

Hand Brake

Hand Brake

Hand Brake

Pedals

Standard

Standard

Aluminum

Power Windows

Driver Side Auto Up/Down

Driver Side Auto Up/Down

Driver Side Auto Up/Down

Power Door Locks

Central Door Lock at Driver Side

Central Door Lock at Driver Side

Central Door Lock at Driver Side

Remote Keyless Entry

Standard Folding

Standard Folding

Smart Entry

Push Start

Without

Without

Illuminated Push Start Button

Glove Box

With Illumination                       

With Illumination

With Illumination

Console Box

With

With

With

Power Outlet

Floor Console

Floor Console + USB Charger

Floor Console + USB Charger

Scuff Plates

With

With

With

Cupholders

Front Console and Rear Armrest

Front Console and Rear Armrest

Front Console and Rear Armrest

Bottle Holders

4 at Doors

4 at Doors

4 at Doors

Seat Material

Cloth

Cloth

Leather

Front Seats

Driver: Manual with Height Adjustment

 

Passenger: Manual

Driver: Manual with Height Adjustment

 

Passenger: Manual

Driver: 8-way Power + 2-way Lumbar

 

Passenger: 2-way Power

Seat Back Pocket

Without

Driver and Front Passenger Seats

Driver and Front Passenger Seats

Armrest

Front and Rear

Front and Rear

Front and Rear

Second Row Seats

60:40 Split Folding

60:40 Split Folding

60:40 Split Folding

Front Row Head Restraints

Up, Down

Up, Down

Up, Down

Second Row Head Restraints

Up, Down

Up, Down

Up, Down

Seating Capacity

Five (5)

Five (5)

Five (5)

Airconditioning

Standard

Dual Zone Automatic with Rear Vents

Dual Zone Automatic with Rear Vents

Luggage Compartment Lamp

With

With

With

Luggage Capacity (VDA, L)

502

502

502

Audio System

8" Touchscreen, AM/FM Radio, CD, MP3 with USB and Aux-in Ports

8" Touchscreen, AM/FM Radio, CD, MP3 with USB and Aux-in Ports

8" Touchscreen, AM/FM Radio, CD, MP3 with USB and Aux-in Ports

Connectivity

Bluetooth Handsfree, Apple Carplay and Android Auto

Bluetooth Handsfree, Apple Carplay and Android Auto

Bluetooth Handsfree, Apple Carplay and Android Auto

Speakers

4

4 + 2 Tweeters

4 + 2 Tweeters

Cruise Control

Without

With

With

Rear-Camera Display

With Park Guide

With Park Guide

With Park Guide

Parking Distance Warning

Without

Front and Rear Sensors

Front and Rear Sensors

Airbags

Driver and Front Passenger

Driver and Front Passenger

Front, Side and Curtain

Anti-lock Brake System

With

With

With

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Without

With

With

Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

Without

With

With

Anti-theft system

Immobilizer

Immobilizer

Immobilizer

Seatbelt

Front: 3pt. ELR with Dual Pretensioner x 2

 

Second Row: 3pt. ELR with Pretensioner x 2; 2pt. Static x 1

Front: 3pt. ELR with Dual Pretensioner x 2

 

Second Row: 3pt. ELR with Pretensioner x 2; 2pt. Static x 1

Front: 3pt. ELR with Dual Pretensioner x 2

 

Second Row: 3pt. ELR with Pretensioner x 2; 2pt. Static x 1

Isofix Child Anchor

With

With

With

Child Lock

With

With

With

Available Colors

Clear White, Gravity Blue, Steel Gray

Clear White, Aurora Black, Runway Red

Clear White, Aurora Black, Runway Red

Price

P1,095,000

P1,195,000

P1,650,000

Hazel Nicole Carreon

Hazel Nicole Carreon

Hazel is a news and feature writer for ZigWheels Philippines. She studied communication at De La Salle Lipa, where she was exposed to writing about various topics, which later has become her passion and now her career.

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