Kia Introduces Forte GT-Line At 2019 Chicago Auto Show
Although it’s the not-so-fast brother of the Forte GT, the Forte GT-Line looks the part. The beating heart of the intermediate trim level is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder running the Atkinson cycle, capable of 147 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and132 pound-feet of torque at 4,500 rpm.
It’s the same engine as on the Forte FE, the entry-level trim that retails at $17,790 plus destination freight charge. The MPI is linked to the Intelligent Variable Transmission found on other trim levels excluding the short-throw manual that comes standard on the Forte GT.
Spruced up with gloss black and red garnish inside and out, the Forte GT-Line comes with LED turn signals integrated into the mirror caps, projector headlamps with LED daytime running lights, and graphite 17-inch alloy wheels.
Open the driver’s door, and you’re presented with alloy sport pedals in addition to the flat-bottom steering wheel with white stitching. Black cloth upholstery and “performance side bolsters” are also included, along with Drive Wise technologies such as Driver Attention Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist-Line, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, and Forward Collision Warning.
Based on the list of standard equipment, the Forte GT-Line is based on the third of four trim levels available for the 2019 model year. The S retails at $20,290 plus destination, featuring UVO eServices, Voice Recognition for the infotainment system, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
The range-topping EX is $21,990 while the 201-horsepower GT doesn’t have a price for the time being. The order books for both the GT-Line and GT will open this summer, so expect Kia to offer pricing information closer to the on-sale date.
As far as sales are concerned, the compact sedan has seen better days in the United States. Kia managed to sell 101,890 examples of the breed in 2018, down from 117,596 the year prior and 103,292 two years ago. The Corolla Sedan from Toyota remains the segment leader with 280,886 units while the Honda Civic in every body style available in the United States sold 325,760 units in 2018.
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2019 Kia Forte
It’s styled like Kia’s sporty Stinger, but the Forte’s stock in trade is comfort and refinement. The four-cylinder engine is smooth but far from gutsy; it’s all about fuel economy, and the Forte delivered 41 mpg highway in our testing. The cabin looks and feels upscale and features standard touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and dual-zone automatic climate control. A slew of active-safety features are offered, including standard automated emergency braking and optional adaptive cruise control.
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The Forte GT-Line comes with sleekly designed front bumper, grille, and headlights, and adds a host of available advanced technology and convenience features, complete with a head-turning package of available style upgrades.
- Sport 17-inch alloy wheels
- Sport side sills and rear spoiler
- LED fog lights, tail lights, and daytime running lights
- Sport design steering wheel
- Sport seats in SynTex and cloth trim
- 10.25-inch Touchscreen Display w/ Navigation, Kia Connect & SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Smart Key w/ Remote Start
- Blind Spot Detection Technology
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems are not substitutes for safe driving, and may not detect all objects around the vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.
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2019 Kia Forte GT Line
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