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2023 Kia Forte Compact Car

The new 2023 Kia Forte is a gorgeous compact car that offers six trims in a selection of eight colours. While not as powerful as an SUV or pickup truck, the model's standard engine puts out 147 horsepower. With this performance, the vehicle is optimized to fuel efficiency, but it can still get you across town with ease.

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Key Specs


  • Starting Price: $22,883*
  • Engine: 2.0-litre MPI
  • Transmission: Intelligent Variable Transmission
  • Horsepower: 147 horsepower
  • Torque: 132 lb-ft of torque
  • Fuel Efficiency (city): 7.9 L/100km
  • Fuel Efficiency (highway): 5.9 L/100km

Model Trims


With six trim levels available, there's plenty to discover when looking for your ideal version of the 2023 Kia Forte. The GT-Limited is the only trim to debate from the standard engine included in all other trims.

Trim Starting Price Engine Horsepower / Torque  Fuel Efficiency (city -- hwy) Wheels
LX $22,883* 2.0-litre MPI 147 hp / 132 lb-ft 7.9 L/100km -- 5.9 L/100km 15-inch steel wheels with covers
EX $24,583* 2.0-litre MPI 147 hp / 132 lb-ft 7.9 L/100km -- 5.9 L/100km 16-inch machine-finished alloy wheels
EX+ $26,283* 2.0-litre MPI 147 hp / 132 lb-ft 7.9 L/100km -- 5.9 L/100km 17-inch alloy wheels
EX Premium $26,283* 2.0-litre MPI 147 hp / 132 lb-ft 7.9 L/100km -- 5.9 L/100km 17-inch alloy wheels
GT-Line $29,983* 2.0-litre MPI 147 hp / 132 lb-ft 7.9 L/100km -- 5.9 L/100km 17-inch alloy wheels
GT-Limited $33,283* 1.6-litre Turbo GDI 201 hp / 195 lb-ft 8.7 L/100km --  6.6 L/100km 18-inch sport alloy wheels

Power and Performance


The standard engine for most trims is the 2.0-litre MPI, a fuel-efficiency-focused option that delivers only 147 horsepower. The GT-Limited trim's 1.6-litre Turbo GDI offers slightly worse efficiency but delivers 201 horsepower.

Technology and Infotainment


Most trims come with an 8-inch display and a 6-speaker sound system. This system lets you use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to stream music or access various other functions, including hands-free phone calls. All models aside from the LX come with a wireless charger that eliminates the need to focus on attaching the cord while you drive.

Safety and Assistance Features


Most safety and assistance features are available for trim levels above the LX and include options such as a tire pressure monitoring system. Additionally, all other trims come with lane-keep assist, forward collision-avoidance assist, and others.

Trim levels of EX Premium and above will receive more features, while only the GT-Limited trim receives the highway drive assist safety feature. Both GT options come with the advanced forward collision-avoidance assist, an enhanced version of the one available in lower trim options.

Take the Next Step


If you're interested in the 2023 Kia Forte, book a test drive at your local Bessada Kia dealership today.

All pricing is based on Ontario MSRP and does not include taxes and fees. Dealer pricing may differ. Prices are subject to change anytime without notice.