The Kia Forte Doesn’t Follow a Conventional Plan

Why would Kia want to bring us a new Forte model in a market that seems to be turning its back on the compact sedans of old?

The automotive market has spoken and it seems we’re after more small crossovers to drive, which begs the question of why? Why does Kia continue to offer us new sedans? Don’t they see what Ford is doing by deleting their sedan segment entirely? Don’t they see the sales figures that show fewer sedans are being purchased?  Kia is doing this because they don’t think that following conventional ideas is the right choice for them.

A New Forte from Kia

The Kia Forte has been a great car for those of us who want to have a reliable car for our regular commute. For the 2019 model year, the new Forte is one that will continue to balance the small size, small price, and excellent fuel mileage with the comfort and features you want to enjoy when you’re driving. This car is powered by an excellent 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that gives you 147 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque while making use of either a six-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission.

Excellent Qualities in the Forte

Of course, with the Kia Forte and its small size, the main goal is to save as much fuel as possible. This car gives you up to 40 mpg on the highway when making use of the CVT automatic transmission. This car is also equipped with the items you want including a variety of standard safety systems such as autonomous emergency braking and active lane-keeping while also giving you the comfort features you want such as automatic climate controls. You’ll enjoy the eight-inch touchscreen for the infotainment system and the support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

The Launch Edition Package

The 2019 Kia Forte ushers in a new generation for the car and it was launched in Pittsburgh to give us a look at what it can offer for the drive. These Launch Edition EX trim models are fully loaded and offered with the features you can enjoy on the road including a sunroof, adaptive smart cruise control, ventilated seats, and a wireless phone charging pad. This is a car that certainly gives you a great drive and has features that make the ride more enjoyable for you.

A Quiet and Smooth Ride in the Forte

When you take this car out for a spin, you’ll notice that it’s quiet on the highway and ready to give you a smooth and enjoyable drive. There are several ways the Kia has been designed to keep the road noise from entering the cabin. There’s an optional 320-watt Harman/Kardon stereo that offers you excellent sound when you drive. This is a fantastic system to use and when you don’t have to hear the road noise, you can enjoy the ride and the music that you want much more easily than you might expect.

Get in and Feel the Comfort

The ride in the Forte can be smooth and enjoyable with the use of the McPherson front suspension and torsion beam setup in the back. This system allows you to have a smooth ride in a cabin that’s surprisingly comfortable and roomy. As you take this car long even the bumpiest of roads, it handles the ride with ease and gives you the feeling you want when you take it out and let it give you the drive you’re after. The rear space isn’t ample, but it works for your kids, and the trunk allows you to bring some stuff with you as well.

Should You Choose the new Kia Forte?

Should you follow along the rest of the crowd and choose a crossover SUV, or should you make the change and let the new 2019 Kia Forte become the car you want to drive and enjoy? This new small car offers you an excellent value, the solid build quality you want, and a nice list of standard safety features to make it the right car for you to have the drive you’re looking for. Visit your nearby Kia dealership and let this become the car that’s right for you today.