2015 Kia Forte Koup SX

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2015 Kia Forte Koup SX

Overview

For 2015, the Kia Forte is carried over from 2014 with some gains in fuel economy. For 2014 Kia Forte was redesigned. The Forte redesign was extensive and unique for the segment.

Safety Features

Every 2015 Kia Forte comes standard with antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. A rearview camera is optional. The complete list of safety features is listed below. 

Safety Features

  • 4-wheel ABS
  • Front and rear head airbags
  • Dual front side-mounted airbags
  • Child seat anchors
  • Emergency braking assist
  • Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
  • Daytime running lights
  • Engine immobilizer
  • Front fog/driving lights
  • Auto delay off headlamps
  • Dusk sensing headlamps
  • 2 front headrests
  • 3 rear headrests
  • Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
  • Rear center 3-point belt
  • Turn signal mirrors
  • Stability control
  • Traction control
  • Rear height adjustable headrests
  • Tire pressure monitoring
  • Emergency Service*
  • Airbag Deployment Notification*

Driving Impression

The SX comes with a potent 201-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, which makes driving the SX an exhilarating experience. The SX coupe and is one of the strongest engines you’ll find in its segment.

The slick-shifting six-speed manual is fun and adds to making the drive a sports car experience.

The Forte’s suspension is firm and the car handles well in the city or on the highway.

  

Under the Hood

The SX Forte Koup has a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with for 201 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. Kia Forte SX Koup averages 25 mpg combined. (22/29)

 

  • Engine & Performance
BASE ENGINE SIZE1.6 L CAM TYPEDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
CYLINDERS Inline 4 VALVES16
VALVE TIMING Variable TORQUE195 ft.-lbs. @ 1750 rpm
HORSEPOWER201 hp @ 6000 rpm TURNING CIRCLE34.8 ft.

 

Inside

The interior of the Forte SX Koup looks & feels upscale with the use of quality materials and highlighted with every imaginable type of technology. The new Kia Forte has a handsome cabin with quality materials normally found in premium-brand compacts.

The seats are very comfortable and hold you firmly in place. The rear seats have are comfortable and any 6’ can easily sit in the back seat.

The two-door Koup is practical, with a 13.3-cubic-foot trunk that rivals many compact sedans.

Below is a list of all the features my test drive came equipped with.

Features

Interior Features

Front Seats

  • Height adjustable driver seat
  • Premium cloth
  • Bucket front seats
  • Split-folding rear seatback
  • Folding center armrest
  • Hands-free entry
  • 2 one-touch power windows
  • Clock
  • Tachometer
  • Trip computer
  • External temperature display
  • Cruise control
  • Front and rear cupholders
  • Front and rear door pockets
  • Manual rear seat easy entry
  • Overhead console with storage
  • Front seatback storage
  • Electric power steering
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
  • Rear view camera
  • Roadside Assistance*
  • Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
  • Destination Download*
  • Air conditioning
  • Cooled storage compartment
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Turn signal in mirrors
  • Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
  • 6 total speakers
  • AM/FM stereo
  • Satellite radio satellite radio
  • Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
  • 3 Months of provided satellite radio service
  • USB connection
  • UVO eServices telecommunications service
  • Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
  

Outside

The 2015 Kia Forte Koup has LED accents in the headlights add more style to the lineup with power-folding exterior mirrors, puddle lamps and illuminated door-handle pockets.

Summary

If you are in the market for a unique, economical Coupe, that has all the bells and whistles then go to your local Kia dealer for a test drive today.

Specifications

Exterior Measurements

WIDTH5 ft. 10.1 in. (70.1 in.) HEIGHT4 ft. 7.5 in. (55.5 in.)
LENGTH14 ft. 10.3 in. (178.3 in.) GROUND CLEARANCE0 ft. 5.5 in. (5.5 in.)
WHEEL BASE8 ft. 10.3 in. (106.3 in.)

Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM38.2 in. FRONT HIP ROOM53.8 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM42.2 in. FRONT SHOULDER ROOM55.9 in.
REAR HIP ROOM53.5 in. REAR HEAD ROOM36.4 in.
REAR LEG ROOM35.9 in. REAR SHOULDER ROOM53.0 in.

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