What Changed
The Kia Forte is all-new for 2013. The new model wears sleeker styling on a body that is slightly longer and wider than before. The wheelbase has grown by two inches. Two four-cylinder powertrains are offered both are paired with six-speed transmissions. The base EX model equips a 2.0l four-cylinder that makes the same 173-bhp as the prior model's 2.4l engine. The sportier SX model equips a more powerful 1.6l turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 201-bhp.
Comparison to Prior Model
| 2014 Kia Forte 5d | 2013 Kia Forte 5d | |
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| Price Range ($) | $19,700 - $25,900 | $18,300 - $23,350 |
| Length (in) | 171.3 | 170.9 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.3 | 104.3 |
| Width (in) | 70.1 | 69.9 |
| Height (in) | 57.1 | 57.5 |
| Track (in) | 60.8 | 61.3 |
| Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 344.2 | 348.6 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 2912 | 2840-2944 |
| Legroom Total (in.) | 78.1 | 78.3 |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 98.1 | 98.4 |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 23.2 | 19.4 |
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| Transmissions | A6, M6 | A6 |
| City MPG | 23-26 | |
| Highway MPG | 32-36 | |
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