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2010 Kia Forte LX ManualLX AutomaticEX ManualEX AutomaticSX ManualSX Automatic Base Invoice Price: $14,410 * Base List Price: $14,695 *

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For the more practical among us, the 2010 Kia Forte LX Automatic is a high-quality, reliable choice of transportation. Powered by a 2 liter 4 cylinder gas engine, the Forte LX Automatic delivers 156 horsepower at 6200 rpm and up to 144 ft-lbs. of torque. It comes standard with a 4 Speed Automatic w/Overdrive transmission and 2-wheel drive. The EPA rated gas mileage for the Forte with the standard engine and transmission is 25 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. Seating for 5 is standard on this 4-door sedan.

The Forte LX Automatic can be equipped with the Convenience option package, available at a cost of $1,300 invoice and $1,500 MSRP. There are no other option packages available for the Forte. Additional features, like a Inside Automatic Day/Night w/Compass EH Mirror for $200 invoice ($250 MSRP) or a Inside Automatic Day/Night w/Compass EA Mirror priced at $145 invoice and $180 MSRP are available seperately as individual options.

The Forte comes with a few basic safety features as standard equipment, including a Dual Front, F&R Head Curtain & Front Side Impact Air Bag Restraint System, a Tire Pressure Monitor, and a Trunk Entrapment Release. Check the list of standard features for a full list, because no other safety features are available as optional equipment.

Similar vehicles include the 2011 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan, the 2011 Hyundai Accent GLS Sedan Automatic, and the 2011 Nissan Versa 1.8 S Automatic Sedan. All are priced close to the Forte and provide comparable value, safety, utility and performance.

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Kia Forte

* The Base Invoice Prices and Base MSRP shown do not include taxes, tags, or freight charges, nor do they include any optional equipment. In some cases, it may NOT BE POSSIBLE to order a vehicle from Kia without any optional equipment. Due to these factors and other regional differences in pricing, your dealer's actual cost and list price can vary greatly from the amounts shown here. Please read our full disclaimers page for details.

Basic Dimensions

Wheelbase:	104.3"
Overall Length:	178.3"
Height:	57.5"
Width:	69.9"
Curb Weight:	2,740 lbs.
Seating Capacity:	5

Engine and Performance

Displacement:	2 liters
Number of Cylinders:	4
Fuel Type:	Gas
Camshaft Type:	Dual Overhead Cam
Compression Ratio:	10.5:1
Horsepower:	156 @6200rpm
Torque (ft-lbs.):	144 @4300rpm
MPG (City/Highway):	25/34

Standard Features

Brakes

Anti-Lock Braking System

Power F&R Disc Brakes

Convenience

(2) Cup Holders

(2) Power Outlets

Automatic-Off Headlamp Control

Bluetooth Wireless Connectivity

Digital Clock

Remote Control Fuel Filler Door Release

Remote Control Trunk Release

Tilt Steering Wheel

Drive

FWD Drivetrain

Engine

2.0 Liter, 156 hp Engine: 4-Cyl

Engineering

110-Amp Alternator

13.7 Gal Cap Fuel Tank

3.68 Axle Ratio

48-Amp Battery

Brake Assist

Electronic Stability Control

Tachometer

Traction Control

Interior

Center w/Storage Console

Steering Wheel Touch Controls

Lighting

Cargo Comp't Light

Mirrors

Dual Remote Control Mirrors

Dual Visor Vanity Mirrors

Safety

Dual Front, F&R Head Curtain & Front Side Impact Air Bag Restraint System

Rear Window Defroster

Tire Pressure Monitor

Trunk Entrapment Release

Variable Intermittent W/S Wipers

Seats

Bucket Seats

Cloth Seat Trim

Sound

AM/FM Stereo w/CD & MP3 Radio

Auxiliary Input & USB Port Radio Equipment

Roof Mounted Antenna

Sirius Feature w/3-mos of Service Radio Equipment

Steering

Variable Assist Power Steering

Suspension

F&R Stabilizer Bars

Tires

P195/65R15 Tires

Transmission

4 Speed Automatic w/Overdrive Transmission

Wheels

Steel Wheels

Wheel Covers

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