Forte Review


2024 Kia Forte Review | Color Options, Interior Features, & Models for Sale

If you’re searching for a compact sedan that goes beyond the ordinary, the 2024 Kia Forte boasts exceptional style and innovation designed to catch your eye and elevate your drive. Featuring a driver-focused cabin packed with premium amenities, you can enjoy deluxe comforts and conveniences along the journey, no matter how far. Intrigued? The McGrath Kia of Highland Park team has crafted this 2024 Kia Forte review for your convenience. You can also view our Forte trims guide for additional information about standard features.

Browse our inventory to find the Forte model that speaks to you, and book a test drive to see it in action. Check out our business hours and directions to help plan your visit to our Kia dealership in Highland Park, IL. Please contact us online or by phone at (847) 545-0202 if you need assistance.

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2024 Kia Forte driving on snowy mountain road

2024 Kia Forte Trim Models

  • LX $19,790*
  • LXS $20,290*
  • GT-Line $22,290*
  • GT $24,490*
  • GT Manual $25,190*
*Starting MSRP
2024 Kia Forte driving head-on
2024 Kia Forte parked by a commercial building

2024 Kia Forte Color Options

  • Gravity Gray
  • Clear White
  • Steel Gray
  • Snow White Pearl
  • Aurora Black Pearl
  • Sporty Blue
  • Deep Sea Blue
  • Currant Red
  • Fire Orange

2024 Kia Forte Engine Options

Enjoy outstanding efficiency and performance for all your travels in the 2024 Kia Forte. With two available inline four-cylinder (I4) engine options and standard front-wheel drive (FWD) capabilities, the Forte is built to deliver an exciting driving experience. The standard 2.0L I4 comes equipped with an intelligent variable transmission (IVT), and all trims feature normal, sport, or smart drive modes, which allow you to customize your vehicle's performance to your liking.

Engine 2.0L I4 1.6L turbo I4
Horsepower 147 HP 201 HP
Torque 132 lb.-ft. 195 lb.-ft.
Transmission IVT Seven-speed automatic dual-clutch (DCT) or six-speed manual
Drivetrain FWD FWD
MPG (City/Hwy) 30 / 41 27 / 35

GT-Specific Features Available

Add precision and excitement to your drive when you opt for the GT series trims on the 2024 Kia Forte. Pair the 1.6L turbocharged I4 engine with either a seven-speed automatic DCT with paddle shifters on the GT trim or opt for three-pedal driving with a six-speed manual transmission on the GT Manual.

For those who crave a sporty driving experience, the GT-Line, GT, and GT Manual trims offer a leather-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel, contrast stitching, and alloy sport pedals to add a touch of flair to your ride.

2024 Kia Forte turning a corner in city
2024 Kia Forte driving fast seaside

2024 Kia Forte Technology & Safety Features

The 2024 Kia Forte is equipped with advanced digital features designed to enhance all aspects of your driving experience. With available wireless smartphone integration, accessing your favorite apps is a breeze through a stunning 8- or 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen. You can also use voice-command navigation to stay on track without taking your eyes off the road. Stay connected on the go with the available wireless phone charger, which helps minimize cord clutter.

Available technology features include:

  • 4.2-in. driver instrument display
  • 8- or 10.25-in. touchscreen display
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
  • Voice command navigation
  • Front and rear USB charging ports
  • Wireless phone charger
  • Four-, six-, or Harman Kardon® eight-speaker audio system

Embark on the road with the peace of mind you need in the 2024 Forte. With helpful Kia Drive Wise technologies, you can utilize intelligent driver assistance features designed to boost your confidence. From driver attention warning to smart cruise control and Highway Driving Assist, the 2024 Forte offers helpful and intuitive features engineered to support you every step of the way.

Available safety features include:

  • Rearview monitor
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Lane following assist
  • Driver attention warning
  • Forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection
  • Blind spot collision avoidance assist
  • Rear cross-traffic collision warning and avoidance assist
  • Navigation-based smart cruise control with stop-and-go
  • Highway Driving Assist
  • Safe exit warning
  • Rear park distance warning

2024 Kia Forte Interior Features & Cargo Space

Step inside the 2024 Kia Forte and enjoy a spacious cabin with comfort-maximizing features. Everyone can relax in style with premium materials like woven cloth, combination SynTex and cloth, or SynTex seat upholstery. And if you like to customize your environment, available features like dual-zone automatic climate control and heated and ventilated front seats provide the perfect solution during changing weather conditions. Want to optimize your cargo-carrying capabilities? The Forte offers a spacious 15.3-cubic-foot trunk and 60/40 split-folding seats when you need to fit longer cargo items.

Available interior features include:

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Rear air vents
  • Push-button start 
  • Remote start with climate control
  • Ten-way power driver's seat with two-way power lumbar
  • Woven cloth, SynTex/cloth, or SynTex seat upholstery
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
2024 Kia Forte dashboard and tech
2024 Kia Forte interior seating

2025 Kia K4 is the Replacement for the Discontinued Forte

Kia has added a new sedan to its lineup. Enter the 2025 Kia K4 — a replacement for the Kia Forte, which was discontinued in 2024. This compact sedan offers a comfortable interior, a wealth of driver assistance features, and advanced technology with wireless smartphone connectivity. Find your favorite trim today; view the K4 inventory at McGrath Kia of Highland Park in Highland Park, IL. For more information about this sedan, see our K4 review and trims guide.

2024 Kia Forte New Kia Forte Dealership in Highland Park, IL

Find the 2024 Kia Forte for sale in our inventory at McGrath Kia of Highland Park. Get behind the wheel when you schedule a test drive at our Kia dealership in Highland Park, IL. View our hours and directions, and reach out to us online or by phone at (847) 545-0202 if you have questions.

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