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Kia has definitely taken a new level of confidence as it competes the new 2011 Kia Forte 5-Door Hatchback to the big players in the market segment. Who’s complaining? With the hatchback’s appealing exterior design, impressively convenient interior it is proud to be the first to offer a six-speed transmission as standard feature in both manual and automatic. Car shoppers may swoon over the Forte Hatchback’s sleeker sense of styling look but they may be even more impressed with its bigger cargo capacity and better access to your things. So its comfy and convenient at the same time. Get a closer look at the new 2011 Kia Forte 5-Door Hatchback in any of the Kia auto dealership near you.

Highlights

• 4-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking system (ABS)
• Brake Assist System (BAS)
• Electronic stability control (ESC)
• Traction control system (TCS)
• Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD)
• Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Standard Features

• Voice-activated Bluetooth® hands-free capability
• AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with 4 speakers
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• 60:40 split folding rear seat
• Independent, MacPherson Strut

Colors

• Black Orchid
• Metal Bronze (Metalic)
• Santorini Blue (Metalic)
• Clear White
• Spicy Red (Metalic)
• Sterling (Metalic)
• Titanium Silver (Metalic)
• Racing Red

Engine

• 2.0 L Inline 4 cylinder

Horsepower

• 156 hp @ 6,200 rpm

Torque

• 144 lb.-ft. @ 4,300 rpm

Transmission

• 6-speed manual

Estimated Fuel Mileage
(City/highway)

• 6-speed manual – 5.7 / 8.1 (50/35)
• 6-speed automatic – 5.5 / 8.0 (51/35)