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Used 2019 Kia Forte Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2019 Kia Forte is available in four trim levels: FE, LXS, S, and EX. All are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (147 horsepower, 132 pound-feet of torque). A six-speed manual transmission comes with the FE, while a continuously variable automatic transmission is standard-issue on all other trim levels.

Standard features on the FE include 15-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear air vents, an 8-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a four-speaker audio system with USB and auxiliary audio jacks. The FE also comes with a rearview camera, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning and lane keeping assist.

Moving up to the LXS adds 16-inch alloy wheels, selectable drive modes, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, and soft-touch dash and door surfaces. The S trim continues the upgrades with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, foglights, a rear-seat armrest, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a six-speaker audio system, satellite radio and Kia's Uvo communication services. Features included in the optional S Premium package are a sunroof, LED headlights and automatic high beams.

The EX trim adds the final touches with heated side mirrors, windshield wiper de-icer, push-button ignition, keyless entry, keyless trunk opener, simulated-leather upholstery, a power adjustable driver's seat, heated and ventilated front seats, a sliding armrest and two extra USB ports. Additional driver aids on the EX include blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert and lane change assist.

Still want more? The EX Launch Edition package adds a load of premium features, including unique 17-inch wheels, a sunroof, a rear decklid spoiler, LED headlights, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a larger gauge cluster display, a navigation system with voice controls, a wireless device charger, and an eight-speaker Harman Kardon audio system with HD radio. This package also includes adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection for the automatic emergency braking system, rear parking sensors, and automatic high beams.

Which Forte trim does Edmunds recommend?

With four trim levels, choosing the right Forte largely depends on what you're looking for. For a practical and well-equipped car, we'd suggest the LXS. It's a step above the base model, and with that you get larger alloy wheels, the upgraded transmission, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, and nicer interior soft-touch surfaces.

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Comparing average pricing near
Columbus, GA
Vehicle
Forte FE
Forte LXS
Forte S
Forte EX
Vehicle
FE
2.0L 4cyl 6M
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1 for sale near you
S
2.0L 4cyl CVT
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8 for sale near you
EX
2.0L 4cyl CVT
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1 for sale near you
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
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optional
Satellite radio
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standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
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Not Available
standard
Cruise control
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standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
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optional
Parking assistance
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Not Available
optional
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
premium cloth
leatherette
Heated seats
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Not Available
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
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Not Available
Not Available
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
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optional
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Engine torque
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
195/65R15
205/55R16
225/45R17
225/45R17
Wheel size
15 X 6.0-in
16 X 6.5-in
17 X 7.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
Wheel type
steel wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
27 / 37 / 31 MPG
30 / 40 / 34 MPG
30 / 40 / 34 MPG
30 / 40 / 34 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
14.0 gal.
14.0 gal.
14.0 gal.
14.0 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
378 / 518 miles
420 / 560 miles
420 / 560 miles
420 / 560 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
Curb weight
2,707 lb.
2,762 lb.
2,762 lb.
2,762 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.3 in.
5.3 in.
5.3 in.
5.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
Height
56.5 in.
56.5 in.
56.5 in.
56.5 in.
Length
182.7 in.
182.7 in.
182.7 in.
182.7 in.
Wheelbase
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
15.3 cu. ft.
15.3 cu. ft.
15.3 cu. ft.
15.3 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.8 in.
38.8 in.
38.8 in.
38.8 in.
Front Leg Room
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
42.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.1 in.
56.1 in.
56.1 in.
56.1 in.
Rear Head Room
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
35.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.3 in.
55.3 in.
55.3 in.
55.3 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, cloth
Gray, cloth
Black, cloth
Black, premium cloth
Black SOFINO, leatherette
Gray SOFINO, leatherette
Red SOFINO, leatherette
Exterior
Gravity Grey
Aurora Black Pearl
Clear White
Gravity Grey
Aurora Black Pearl
Deep Sea Blue
Silky Silver
Clear White
Currant Red
Gravity Grey
Aurora Black Pearl
Deep Sea Blue
Silky Silver
Clear White
Currant Red
Gravity Grey
Aurora Black Pearl
Snow White Pearl
Fire Orange
Currant Red