2021 Kia Forte

The 2021 Forte is a carry-over in its third year since the model's complete redesign for 2019. Right-sized, tremendous value, excellent design and a trim for every driver, the Forte continues to be one of the compact sedan segment's best offerings. Forte's sport trims are the GT Line and GT.

With the sport additions, the Forte offers driving fun, comfort, and convenience to those looking for a stylish vehicle to accommodate their versatile lifestyles.

The Kia's third generation Forte has a sophisticated design and desirable features. The cabin is comfortable and "class above," and integrates new driver assistance technology.

Housed underneath the Forte's longer hood is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that benefits from Atkinson Cycle technology and a cooled EGR system, designed to help boost fuel efficiency. The powerplant can be paired with either a six-speed manual or Kia's Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). Horsepower and torque deliver 147 hp and 132 lb.-ft. of torque.

Standard features and desirable amenities in the compact sedan segment continue to be available across three trims -- LX, S and EX -- with the model line continuing to expand throughout its lifecycle.

Forte retains its sporty and youthful image, and has also graduated to a more sophisticated appearance thanks to a number of sleek and dynamic styling cues inspired by the Stinger fastback sport sedan. Forte's long hood and short deck lend it an overall fastback-like shape. The cowl point was moved back 5 inches, creating a more athletic stance that makes the Forte appear well-planted to the ground.

Reworked suspension geometry provides a quick and nimble behind-the-wheel feel and evolutionary improvements were made to throttle and brake feel performance, yielding a smoother initial response at tip-in and a shorter stopping distance than the previous model in certain conditions.