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Jan 6, 2022

Drivers looking for a new compact sedan are going to want to check out the 2022 Kia Forte. Here’s everything that you should know about this vehicle.

Get to Know the 2022 Kia Forte

What’s New?

The Kia Forte has always been a super reliable, fun to drive, and stylish vehicle. But it gets some upgrades this year that make it better than ever. With a major restyling that includes a bolder front grille, a new wheel design, and various technological updates including a larger touchscreen infotainment system, the ’22 Kia Forte is ready to impress.

The Forte at a Glance

If you’ve been searching for a compact sedan, then this might be the perfect car for you. You’ll get all the convenience of a sedan in a smaller package—and for a super affordable price.

You’re also going to get plenty of great safety features to protect yourself and others on the road, and you’ll appreciate its fantastic performance to match.

Trim Levels

The ’22 Kia Forte has several different trim levels available, so make sure you check them all out to see which one might suit your needs best. The first trim is the FE, providing you with all the car’s basics. For some additional features, you’ll want to take a look at the LXS or the middle-of-the-line GT-Line.

If you’re looking for even more great features for a still affordable price, then the GT might be the right car for you. There’s also the GT Manual if you prefer manual transmission over an automatic.

Performance

There are a couple of different engine options available for the ’22 Kia Forte. If you just want the car’s basic engine, then you’ll be getting a 2-liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 147 horsepower that’s matched with a continuously variable automatic transmission.

The other engine option is a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine. This will get you 201 horsepower. This engine comes with either a 7-speed automatic transmission or a manual transmission if you decide to go with the GT Manual trim level.

Interior

Expect to spend time in a practical and comfortable interior when you drive the ’22 Kia Forte. Regardless of which trim level you’ve decided to go with, you’ll get quality, durable materials that will keep you comfortable for your whole drive. Seating is supportive and ergonomic, and there’s plenty of space for people and luggage.

There are several additional features that are available for the new Kia Forte. This includes dual-zone automatic climate control to keep everyone in the car at a comfortable temperature. There are also wireless phone charging stations available to help keep your phone’s battery full, and a super easy to use infotainment system.

If you’ve been looking for a compact sedan to take you on all your next adventures, then the ’22 Kia Forte is ready for you. You’ll love everything this fun, stylish, and high-performing car has to offer. Ready to go for a test drive? Visit us today at Crain Kia of Forth Smith.