Used 2021 Kia Forte for sale 

"It's also a good value, offering plenty of features for your money, plus Kia's great warranty." - Edmunds

The 2021 Kia Forte offers 5 trim: FE, LXS, GT-Line, EX, and GT. All the trims have something unique to offer. Prices for the Kia Forte start at $19,000 for the base FE trim and end at $23,000 for the top-of-the-line GT trim. The FE trim offers a Continuously Variable Transmission upgrade (CVT) at just $900. All the other Trims have standard CVT. The GT trim provides the buyer with an option of manual, CVT, and DVT.

The LX trim, priced at $18,855 for the manual and $19,755 for the CVT, comes with plenty of standard features. With the list of standard features being really long, the highlights include Daytime Running Lights, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, and 6-way Driver and Front passenger Adjustable Seat. The GT sedan completes the Kia Forte lineup at $23,455 for the DCT and $24,055 for the manual.

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We will recommend the EX trim from the Kia Forte lineup. Apart from being priced right, it packs features including heated front seats with power adjustment, a top-rated infotainment system, and all safety features that a compact sedan can have at this price point. It is well balanced and equipped with trim. The 2020 Kia Forte received a score of 3.5 out of five for predicted reliability in the JD Power report. Mechanically, the Civic is ranked higher than the Jetta and the Mazda 3, and the CVT automatic transmissions are highly reliable with next to no maintenance.

The Kia Forte is a compact sedan with mid-size interior space and above average fuel economy. -TheCarConnection

The 2021 Kia Forte provides you two engine options, the base model up to the EX model comes equipped with a 2.0L 4-Cylinder MPI 16v DOHC engine that is able to produce 147hp @ 6200 rpm and 132 lb-ft of torque @ 4500 rpm. The base model is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and an optional upgrade to a CVT is also there.

The GT trim is equipped with a better engine. It has a 1.6L 4-cylinder Turbo GDI 16V DOHC that is capable of producing 201hp @ 6000 rpm and 195 lb-ft of torque @1500 rpm. The GT trim is equipped with a Dual-clutch Variable Transmission (DCT) while the other trims offer Intelligent Variable Transmission(CVT). Kia’s 2.0-liter engine allows the Forte to sprint from 0-60 mph in 9.5 seconds.

The Mazda 3’s 2.5L engine beats every other rival in the engine capacity offering. The others find themselves together with 2.0L powerheads. Mazda 3's 0-60 mph time of 8.2 proves to be a tad better than that offered by the Kia Forte. The base Kia Forte is the slowest of the lot. The Civic follows the Mazda 3 in terms of acceleration but it has a poor braking distance. 

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"The 2021 Kia Forte optimizes fuel use, except with a manual transmission." - Thecarconnection

The 2021 Kia Forte equips a well-balanced engine that is able to provide the best-in-class fuel economy with an EPA estimated mileage of 31/41/35 MPG on city/highway/combined respectively. It equips a fuel tank capacity of 14 gallons.

Although fuel efficiency is a strong point for all cars in this class, the Kia has the largest fuel tank and hence returns the highest range figures. It can cover 490 miles on the highway on a full tank of gas and that is honestly staggering.

Looking at the rivals, the Corolla and the Civic are the only ones coming near the MPG figures of the 2021 Kia Forte. It also equips the biggest fuel tank in comparison to its rivals. The Kia Forte is able to provide a really good MPG figure of 35 on highways and tops the list unparalleled.

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We like that Kia has stuck with physical controls for the ventilation system, making it simple to adjust these settings on the move.-CarBuzz

The Kia Forte seats up to 5 passengers comfortably regardless of whether you're seated up front or on the rear bench. The Kia Forte offers a steal deal for the state-of-the-art technology that is offered at such a cheap price. Android Auto, Apple CarPlay smartphone integration and Bluetooth come standard in all the trims. The Forte maintains a standard 8.0-inch infotainment system.

It's easy to find a good seating position thanks to the generous range of the steering wheel and driver's seat adjustments. Starting with the base trim, you’ll get a lot of standard features and the GT-Line and the GT trim are equipped with sports seats. The Forte offers a very minimalistic and top-notch design.

Trunk space of 15.3 cubic feet in a compact sedan is quite commodious, on par with several midsize sedans. The interior dimensions of all the cars in the list are almost similar to each weather with minimal differences. However, the Forte provides a well-balanced passenger space in both rows. A wireless smartphone charging pad is optional on the GT-Line, EX, and GT trim. 

The GT trim and the EX trim get Sirius XM Satellite Radio as standard while the feature remains optional on the GT-Line trim and not available for the lower trims. The FE and LXS trim equip a 4 speaker audio system and all the other trims equip a 6 speaker audio system. Some features include:

• Harman Kardon Audio System
• LED Interior Lighting
• 320 W 8-speaker set with integrated subwoofer
• SiriusXM satellite radio
• Bluetooth hands-free connectivity
• The 8-inch touchscreen infotainment display
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

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We do wish the Forte had a bit more rear-seat legroom, and its ride can be a little too stiff at times. Still, there's much to like about the Forte, especially given its price and feature list.  -Edmunds.com

Kia will pass on bringing out any changes to the exterior of the Kia Forte as it was completely redesigned for the 2019 model year. It is going to maintain and carry over the previous models’ look and charm. The Kia Forte looks like any other compact sedan in its segment but offers a wide variety of exterior features and options to make it an appealing choice.

The Kia Forte is longer than its counterparts and falls short in comparison to the Mazda 3 sedan. In terms of ground clearance, it again places behind the Mazda 3 that offers 0.2 inches more of ground clearance. The Kia is the lightest while the Mazda is the longest.

The wheelbase of all cars is similar to each other. The Kia Forte has a base curb weight of 2707 lbs that is way lighter than its rivals. Hence being able to have a lesser braking distance. Even though the Mazda 3 has the highest curb weight, it also has the least braking distance due to its advanced braking technology.

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"Mixed crash-test results muddle the safety scorecard on the 2021 Kia Forte." - Thecarconnection

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) gave the Kia Forte an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5. The Kia Forte received the highest rating of good in six crash tests and received Superior for its front crash prevention features by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The Kia Forte is equipped with various safety features and standard technology. The GT trim provides the best value of driver-assist features but can also be upgraded as an additional package.

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2021 Kia Forte vs 2021 Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla offers a comfortable ride, has a spacious back seat, and offers desirable standard features. The Corolla also costs more than the Kia Forte. While the Kia Forte is a car that balances value and offers a great deal of fuel economy, the Toyota Corolla is more attractive and well equipped. Both cars offer a wide deal of standard features. Overall, the Kia Forte is a bang for the buck while the Toyota Corolla can feel a little better, attractive, and chicer.

2021 Kia Forte vs 2021 Mazda 3

The base Mazda 3 priced the same as the top end Kia Forte. Well, the Mazda offers excellent acceleration, looks more upscale than all the competitors in the segment, has a well-equipped cabin, and offers great handling. Overall, the Mazda 3 does beat the Kia Forte in terms of look, styling, acceleration, and powerful engine. However, if the features of the base Mazda 3 feel a little underwhelming, opting for the Kia Forte GT trim can prove to be a good option.

2021 Kia Forte vs 2021 Honda Civic

Well, the Honda Civic costs more than the Kia Forte but offers great handling, a commodious cabin packed with a powerful engine, and various trim options to choose from. The Kia Forte is only as good as an alternative to the Honda Civic if there is a budget constraint and you are looking for something new. The Kia Forte won’t disappoint and offers the best value alongside a great fuel economy and advanced tech and features.

The 2021 Kia Forte is a great compact sedan for its segment that offers the best value. If you are looking for a sedan that fits your budget, saves money on pumps, is commodious, offers a wide range of standard features, and advanced technology, then then the Kia Forte is the perfect fit. If one has to assign one word to the car, it is ‘Value’. It is totally worth your money.

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