Trim Level Comparison: 2024 Kia Forte

The ever-impressive 2024 Kia Forte is known for being one of the most eco-friendly models in the Kia lineup. But did you know this reliable, compact sedan also has innovative technology that puts your entertainment and comfort right at the tip of your finger? Tech Upgrades in the 2024 Kia Forte Wireless Connectivity All five Forte trims are equipped with wireless Bluetooth technology, which enables you to control phone and audio settings without taking your hands off the wheel. This connectivity feature is compatible with all devices that support Bluetooth technology. more Along with hands-free Bluetooth controls, the Forte is also compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Depending on your trim level, these smartphone-enabled applications may be wired or wireless. For Android Auto, you can use your smartphone to send texts, access streaming, or navigate via Google Maps. Apple CarPlay allows you to send SMS messages via Siri. Audio No matter which trim you choose, the 2024 Forte offers drivers excellent audio. The LX and LXS have a four-speaker stereo system, while the GT-Line and GT trims have a six-speaker audio system. The highest trim level, the GT Manual, has a premium eight-speaker Harman Kardon audio system paired with Clari-Fi software that optimizes your music listening by remastering your sound. This system can boost your sound with an integrated subwoofer. This audio system is optional for the GT-Line Premium Package and the GT GT2 Package. Expansive Touchscreen The 2024 Forte has two touchscreen display options that make it easy to switch between audio controls, smartphone-connected apps, and other content. The LX and LXS trims have an eight-inch multimedia touchscreen tucked into the dashboard, while each of the GT models has a 10.25-inch touchscreen with integrated navigation. The navigation system can simplify your route so you can avoid traffic or find the fastest way to your destination. In addition to integrated navigation, the 10.25-inch touchscreen offers access to vehicle information, diagnostic tools, and convenience settings. Kia App Perks Higher Forte trims give drivers access to advanced features via various Kia apps. The GT models each come with Kia Connect, which seamlessly connects your Kia to compatible devices to optimize convenience tools. The GT-Line and GT models also support pre-heating and pre-cooling through the Kia Access app, so you can remotely adjust your vehicle's climate before you get behind the wheel. The 2024 Forte is the most technologically advanced Forte to date. This incredible compact sedan has standard wireless Bluetooth technology and available upgrades to enhance your audio experience. Drop by DARCARS Kia of Lanham to test these tech features today.

The 2024 Kia Forte is a sleek, compact sedan that encourages smarter and safer driving with the most advanced safety features. When you choose this car, you'll get Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian & Cyclist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go and Highway Driving Assist, and Lane Keeping and Lane Following Assist. Kia Forte Safety Features One of the benefits of buying a Kia is that you'll get a vehicle equipped with advanced safety features that will help protect you and your passengers on the road. The Forte has safety features you can see, hear, and feel, designed to help you avoid an accident and protect you in the case of a crash. more Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian & Cyclist Detection This safety feature warns drivers and employs an automatic braking system to help avoid or mitigate accidents. The vehicle's front bumper comes equipped with radar, which, combined with the camera on the windscreen monitor, helps to detect potential hazards in front of the vehicle, specifically pedestrians, cyclists, obstructions, or oncoming cars. Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance This safety system is designed to monitor the driver's blind spot on the road. If a vehicle enters into your blind spot, your Kia will alert you so that you don't change lanes or think you have an opening that isn't there. Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist This safety system is designed to monitor the area behind the vehicle, using sensors on the rear bumper to detect rear cross traffic. You'll get a visual and audible warning if you begin reversing your vehicle as another car enters the area. The system will mitigate and help prevent collisions while backing out of a parking spot or other areas. Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go and Highway Driving Assist This safety system takes cruise control to the next level by automatically adjusting your speed after interpreting information from the navigation system. For example, your vehicle will slow down if you come across a highway curve based on the recommended speed warning signs sent through navigation. Lane Keeping and Lane Following Assist Staying in your lane should be a no-brainer, but sometimes you overestimate the lines or begin to drift. The safety feature will warn you if you steer out of your lane and automatically assist the steering to correct your drifting. Even if you value safety on the road, you can't count on the fact that everyone else around you will. The Kia Forte safety features will help protect you, your passengers, and others and help prevent and mitigate accidents. If you want to learn more about these safety features and experience them in person, we can schedule a test drive so you can see why drivers love this sedan. Contact us today at DARCARS Kia of Lanham to learn more. You can also explore our Kia inventory by clicking here!

With its sleek, modern design, spacious interior, and athletic handling, the 2025 Kia K4 is redefining the sedan. Making its debut in 2025, this small sedan is available in five trim levels, each offering varying levels of luxury. 1. LX First up is the LX, a five-seater K4 powered by a 147-horsepower 2.0-liter engine. Kia's base trim is a smart-looking sedan with a black grille, 16-inch steel wheels, automatic multi-reflector headlamps, and amber LED daytime running lamps. The LX also has features typically missing on entry-level models, such as a smart liftgate that opens automatically when it detects your smart key. Inside, six-way adjustable seats are installed at the front. Important vehicle data is displayed on a four-inch instrument cluster, and infotainment comes courtesy of a sleek 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Drivers receive assistance from a good range of safety tech, including a rearview camera, lane keeping, and smart cruise control with stop-and-go. more 2. LXS Building on the LX, the LXS receives subtle upgrades in the form of alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, and two additional speakers, making six in total. 3. EX Next is the EX, which introduces more desirable features, including black 17-inch machined wheels and a glossy black grille. The premium cloth-trimmed upholstery and the leatherette-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob lend the interior a more refined appearance. Drivers now view data on a larger 12.3-inch instrument display, and a separate five-inch climate control panel makes it easier to moderate the temperature. 4. GT-Line The GT-Line gains a sport-tuned suspension and looks more athletic, thanks to a redesigned grille, 18-inch wheels, and chrome, satin, and gloss-black exterior detailing. The sporty touches continue inside, with drivers receiving paddle shifters on their sports steering wheel. Front passengers receive a comfort boost from heated seats, with the driver's seat becoming 10-way power-adjustable. 5. GT-Line Turbo Topping the list is the supercharged GT-Line Turbo, which swaps the engine for a more powerful 190-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo. To complement the increase in performance, Kia upgrades the exterior lighting, introducing small cube LED projector headlamps and LED combination taillamps. The revamped interior is now lined in synthetic leather and feels brighter and airier thanks to a new sunroof. Drivers receive alloy sports pedals and a sound upgrade gives you an eight-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. Whether you're after a family runaround, a reliable commuter vehicle, or an extra car for your fleet, there's a K4 trim to fit the bill. To check out the unique characteristics of each model, contact us or stop by DARCARS Kia of Lanham in Lanham, MD, today, and be one of the first to drive off the lot in the brand-new Kia K4.