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===Forte LPI Hybrid===
===Forte LPI Hybrid===
In 2009, Kia unveiled the [[mild hybrid]] Forte at the [[Seoul Motor Show]] for the South Korean market.<ref>[http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/24/kia-introduces-production-forte-lpi-hybrid-in-south-korea/ Kia introduces production Forte LPI Hybrid in South Korea]</ref><ref name="lpi hybrid">{{Cite news| last = Martinez | first = Nate | author-link = http://wot.motortrend.com/user/profile.html?UserIdShort=6267572 | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title = Kia Launches Eco Dynamics Label in Korea, Unveils Forte Hybrid Model | newspaper = Motor Trend | pages = | year = 2009 | date = March 24, 2009 | url = http://wot.motortrend.com/6496293/green/kia-launches-eco-dynamics-label-in-korea-unveils-forte-hybrid-model/index.html | accessdate = October 5, 2009| postscript = <!--None-->}}</ref> Taking its underpinnings from the [[Hyundai Elantra LPI Hybrid]], the car is powered by [[liquefied petroleum gas]]. It is powered with a 85kW 1.6-litre [[Autogas|LPG engine]] coupled with a 15kW electric motor and a [[lithium-polymer]] battery pack, making it the first production car to use [[lithium-polymer]] batteries.<ref>http://www.themotorreport.com.au/24580/2010-kia-forte-lpi-hybrid-unveiled-in-korea</ref>
It is a hybrid version for South Korean market. The car is powered by liquefied petroleum gas. It includes a {{Convert|112|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} 1600 cc Gamma LPI HEV engine paired, a lithium polymer battery charged electric motor.

The vehicle was unveiled in Seoul Motor Show.<ref>[http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/24/kia-introduces-production-forte-lpi-hybrid-in-south-korea/ Kia introduces production Forte LPI Hybrid in South Korea]</ref><ref name="lpi hybrid">{{Cite news
| last = Martinez | first = Nate | author-link = http://wot.motortrend.com/user/profile.html?UserIdShort=6267572 | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title = Kia Launches Eco Dynamics Label in Korea, Unveils Forte Hybrid Model | newspaper = Motor Trend | pages = | year = 2009 | date = March 24, 2009 | url = http://wot.motortrend.com/6496293/green/kia-launches-eco-dynamics-label-in-korea-unveils-forte-hybrid-model/index.html | accessdate = October 5, 2009
| postscript = <!--None-->}}</ref>


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File:Kia forte hybrid prototype (2).jpg|''Kia Forte LPI Hybrid'' front
File:Kia forte hybrid prototype (2).jpg|''Kia Forte LPI Hybrid'' concept car
File:Kia forte hybrid prototype.jpg|''Kia Forte LPI Hybrid'' rear
File:20100829 kia forte hybrid lpi 1.jpg|''Kia Forte LPI Hybrid'' front
File:20100829 kia forte hybrid lpi 2.jpg|''Kia Forte LPI Hybrid'' rear
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===Engines===
===Engines===

Revision as of 06:51, 30 August 2010

For the coupe version, see Kia Forte Koup.
Kia Forte (sedan & hatchback)
2010 Kia Forte SX (US)
Overview
ManufacturerKia Motors
Also calledKia Cerato
Kia Cerato Forte (Singapore)
Naza Forte[1] (Malaysia)
Kia Forte Furuidi (China)
Production2008–present
AssemblyHwasung Plant, Hwasung, South Korea
Yangcheng Plant, Jiangsu, China
DesignerPeter Schreyer
Body and chassis
ClassCompact
Body style4-door sedan
5-door hatchback
2-door coupe
LayoutFF layout
RelatedKia Forte Koup
Kia cee'd
Kia Sportage
Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai i30
Hyundai Tucson/ix35
Powertrain
Engine1.6L Gamma I4 petrol
2.0L Theta II I4 petrol
2.4L Theta II I4 petrol
1.6L CRDI VGT I4 U-Line diesel
1.6L Gamma I4 LPG with electric engine (Hybrid system)
Transmission5-speed manual
6-speed manual
4-speed automatic
5-speed automatic
6-speed automatic (from 2010)
CVT transmission (Forte LPI Hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length4,530 mm (178.3 in)
Width1,775 mm (69.9 in)
Height1,460 mm (57.5 in)
Chronology
PredecessorKia Spectra

The Kia Forte is a compact car manufactured by Kia Motors. It was launched in Korea in late 2008, and exported to North America starting in 2009, replacing the Spectra. In its first year, the Forte was Kia's top-selling car, with the company selling more than 300,000 units in the first year of launching.[2]

The Forte is marketed in China as the Fu-rui-di, meaning luck and auspiciousness in Chinese — with a pronunciation similar to its English name 'Forte'.[3]

The Forte uses Kia's new corporate grille, known as the Tiger Nose, as designed by Kia's design chief, Peter Schreyer.

First generation (2008–present)

The Forte shares the same platform as the Hyundai Elantra (HD), though employing a torsion-beam rear suspension in place of the Elantra's multilink design.

Kia KOUP concept (2008)

The Kia KOUP was a concept vehicle for the Kia Forte. It included panoramic-view glass roof, carbon fiber chin spoiler, lamp lenses, cowl panel, side-view mirrors, rear bumper insert and rear diffuser; Brembo brakes, Supervision instrument panel, eight speakers, Bluetooth-enabled navigation system with Map On Demand (MOD), 2.0-liter Theta II twin scroll turbocharged direct injection engine rated 290 hp (216 kW), Continuous Damping Control, six standard airbags, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), 245/40ZR19 tires, adaptive front lighting and cruise control.

The vehicle was unveiled in 2008 New York International Auto Show.[4][5]

Forte sedan (from 2008)

The Forte sedan was designed in Kia's California design studio by Tom Kearns and his team, and was mildly influenced (grille) by Kia chief design officer Peter Schreyer, former lead designer for Audi.[6][7] The Forte 2-Door ("Koup") was previewed as the Kia KOUP Concept, and was also designed in Kia's California design studio.[8][9]

US model was unveiled in 2009 Chicago Auto Show.[10][11]

Korean model went on sale in 2008-08-22.[12]

Kia Forte Koup (from 2009)

Main article: Kia Forte Koup

The 2010 model year vehicle was unveiled at the 2009 New York Motor Show. The production vehicle includes choice of 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine or 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine.[13]

Kia Forte Hatchback (from 2010)

The new Forte hatchback 5-door debuted at the 2010 New York International Auto Show 2010.[14] The body was the same as the Kia Cee'd. The US model will offer either a 2.0-liter I-4 (156 bhp SAE net) or 2.4-liter I-4 (173 bhp SAE net) engine with six-speed manual or automatic transmissions.

US models

2010 Kia Forte EX (US)

The LX and EX include a 2.0L CVVT engine and a standard 5-speed manual transmission, with an optional 4-speed automatic or a 5-speed automatic with the Fuel Economy Package (which also includes motor driven power steering, a smart alternator, and low resistance silica tires). The SX has a 2.4L engine with a 6-speed manual or optional 5-speed automatic transmission.[15] The EX comes with updated features such as air conditioning, power windows and door locks, cruise control, six speaker radio, a key fob with keyless entry, and turn signal indicators on the side mirrors are added to the standard features of the LX.[citation needed] The SX replaces the tires and wheel covers, adds a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift gear, a tilting & telescoping steering column, sport-cloth seats, and a metallic finish to the interior. Later production models have Soft-Touch panels on the armrest and door, as well as on the dashboard.

Koup

2010 Kia Forte Koup (US)

An optional Leather Package is available on both EX and SX trims. When combined with the EX trim the Leather Package adds leather seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and heated seats. When paired with the SX trim, it includes leather and heated seats in addition to the standard leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. When added to either the EX or SX a sunroof is added as well.[16]

Canada models

The Forte model sold in Canada has similar specifications and equipment as the U.S.-market model. Some differences include a standard sunroof on the SX trim (an option on the U.S. model), the EX's steering wheel adds a telescoping option (once standard only on the SX trim), power windows, door locks and power heated exterior mirrors (not available in the LX trim in the U.S.), an Automatic Climate Control system is standard on the SX (while the U.S. market doesn't have one available), and the EX and SX have chrome-trimmed door handles and rear garnish.[citation needed]

Forte Furuidi (from 2009)

It is a version of the Forte sedan for Chinese market.

The vehicle was unveiled at the Nanjing International Expo Centre.[17]

The production version includes a choice of 1.6L Gamma or 2.0L Theta engine.[18]

Forte LPI Hybrid

In 2009, Kia unveiled the mild hybrid Forte at the Seoul Motor Show for the South Korean market.[19][20] Taking its underpinnings from the Hyundai Elantra LPI Hybrid, the car is powered by liquefied petroleum gas. It is powered with a 85kW 1.6-litre LPG engine coupled with a 15kW electric motor and a lithium-polymer battery pack, making it the first production car to use lithium-polymer batteries.[21]

  • Kia Forte LPI Hybrid concept car
    Kia Forte LPI Hybrid concept car
  • Kia Forte LPI Hybrid front
    Kia Forte LPI Hybrid front
  • Kia Forte LPI Hybrid rear
    Kia Forte LPI Hybrid rear

Engines

Model Years Engine type Power, torque@rpm
Petrol engines
1.6L Gamma 2008- 1,591 cc (2 L; 97 cu in) I4 (Gamma) 126 PS (93 kW; 124 hp)@6300, 15.9 kgf⋅m (156 N⋅m; 115 lbf⋅ft)@4300
1.6L Gamma (Furuidi) 2009- 1,591 cc (2 L; 97 cu in) I4 (Gamma) 123 PS (90 kW; 121 hp)@6300, 155 N⋅m (114 lbf⋅ft)@4200
1.6L CRDI VGT 2009- 1,582 cc (2 L; 97 cu in) I4 turbo (common rail) 128 PS (94 kW; 126 hp)@4000, 26.5 kgf⋅m (260 N⋅m; 192 lbf⋅ft)@2000
2.0L Theta (Furuidi) 2009- 1,998 cc (2 L; 122 cu in) I4 (Theta II) 156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp)@6400, 194 N⋅m (143 lbf⋅ft)@4300
2.0L Theta II DOHC CVVT 2009- 1,998 cc (2 L; 122 cu in) I4 (Theta II) 156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp)@6200, 19.8 kgf⋅m (194 N⋅m; 143 lbf⋅ft)@4300
2.0L Theta II DOHC CVVT (Koup)[22] 2009- 1,998 cc (2 L; 122 cu in) I4 (Theta II) (G4KC) 156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp)@6200, 19.8 kgf⋅m (194 N⋅m; 143 lbf⋅ft)@4300
2.4L Theta II DOHC CVVT 2009- 2,359 cc (2 L; 144 cu in) I4 (Theta II) 173 PS (127 kW; 171 hp)@6000, 227 N⋅m (167 lbf⋅ft)@4000
2.4L Theta II DOHC CVVT (Koup) 2009- 2,359 cc (2 L; 144 cu in) I4 (Theta II) (G4KC) 173 PS (127 kW; 171 hp)@6000, 227 N⋅m (167 lbf⋅ft)@4000

Transmissions

Model Years Types
Petrol engines
1.6L Gamma 2008- 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
1.6L Gamma (Hybrid) 2009- Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
1.6L CRDI VGT 2009- 4-speed automatic
2.0L Theta II DOHC CVVT 2009- 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic, 5-speed automatic (only available for the EX model with Fuel Economy Package in the U.S)
2.0L Theta II DOHC CVVT (Koup) 2009- 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
2.4L Theta II DOHC CVVT 2009- 6-speed manual, 5-speed automatic
2.4L Theta II DOHC CVVT (Koup) 2009- 6-speed manual, 5-speed automatic

Equipment

An optional Fuel Economy Package adds lighter tires, smart alternator, 5-speed automatic transmission, and aerodynamic enhancements to increase fuel efficiency. With the Fuel Economy Package, the Forte EX has a 27 mpg‑US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg‑imp) fuel consumption in city driving and 36 mpg‑US (6.5 L/100 km; 43 mpg‑imp) in highway according to United States Environmental Protection Agency.[23] Automatic transmission models include an "ECO" display on the instrument panel that tells the driver when better than expected fuel efficiency is reached, hoping to influence driving habits toward more efficient operation.

All Fortes come with standard safety features such as ABS, ESC, and seat- and side-mounted air bags. The standard stereo includes four speakers, AM/FM radio, CD/MP3 player, and Sirius XM Radio. An iPod-compatible USB input jack and an auxiliary port for an external music device and steering wheel mounted audio controls are also integrated with the sound system. Bluetooth handsfree technology is also standard.[23]

Receptions and awards

  • Automoblog.net (92%) link
  • About.com (85%) link
  • MotorTrend.com (85%) link
  • LeftLaneNews.com (84%) link
  • Auto123.com (83%) link
  • Autoblog.com (82%) link
  • Edmunds.com (80%) link
  • U.S. National Automobile Dealers Association (NADAguides.com) Awards 2010 Kia Forte and Forte Koup 'Car of the Year' link
  • Kia Forte Named to About.com 'Best New Cars of 2010' List link
  • The Forte compact sedan were listed among the top 10 “Consumers’ Favorite Cars for College Students” list by Edmunds.com link
  • The Forte was a finalist for Motortrend's 2010 car of the year, which was claimed by the Ford Fusion. link
  • The Kia Forte Awarded Edmunds.com Consumers' Top Rated(R) Vehicle Award link
  • The 2010 Kia Forte earned Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) 'Top Safety Pick' Award link

Marketing

Kia has stated that the Forte was specifically designed to target younger buyers attracted to sharper auto designs.[24]

The Forte is currently being sold in Singapore[25] and Vietnam as the Kia Cerato Forte and Kia Cerato in Egypt, Oceania,and Russia.[26] Kia Forte is known simply as The Forte in Malaysia, with a Naza badge replacing the original Kia badge.[27]

In Chile it was launched as Kia Koup. The Forte Koup is sold as Kia Cerato Koup in Australia and New Zealand.

The Forte is also being marketed and fully assembled by the automobile company Naza in Gurun, Malaysia. Naza produces under license other models of Kia vehicles, as well as Peugeot vehicles.

Motorsports

References

  1. ^ Naza Forte web site
  2. ^ "Hyundai And Kia Show All-time High Sales When Other Brands Fight To Survive". Ozcarguide.com. 2010-01-25. Retrieved 2010-02-20.
  3. ^ "Kia Motors launches locally-built Forte in China". Kia Press, 18 Jun 2009.
  4. ^ Kia debuts KOUP Concept at 2008 New York International Auto Show
  5. ^ Lavrinc, Damon (2008-03-20). "New York 2008: Kia KOUP Concept comes out". Autoblog. Weblogs, Inc. Retrieved 2008-03-20.
  6. ^ Kia Design Tempting youthful buyers with cheap chic Aug. 28, 2009. Globe and Mail
  7. ^ Kia Forte Design Concept, Peter Schreyer Youtube Video
  8. ^ Forte (All-new Cerato) & Forte (All-new Cerato) Koup Design Essay :Kurt Kahl (Senior Designer. Kia America Design Center). July 31st, 2009. Kia BUZZ
  9. ^ KOUP Q&A By Colin Jang. July 10th, 2009. Kia BUZZ
  10. ^ Sam Abuelsamid. "Chicago 2009: Spectra out, 2010 Kia Forte in".
  11. ^ Chicago 2009: Kia Forte rolls into Chi-town
  12. ^ "Revealed: 2009 Kia Forte - TheCarBlogger: Latest Hyundai and Kia News". TheCarBlogger. 2008-07-02. Retrieved 2009-10-18.
  13. ^ Kia Motors introduces Forte Koup at 2009 New York Motor Show
  14. ^ Kia Forte hatchback
  15. ^ First photos of new Kia Forte Sedan
  16. ^ CONFIRMED: 2010 Kia Forte Koup will go on sale late summer
  17. ^ 预告：6月18日18点08直播FORTE福瑞迪上市发布
  18. ^ Kia Motors launches locally-manufactured Forte in China
  19. ^ Kia introduces production Forte LPI Hybrid in South Korea
  20. ^ Martinez, Nate (March 24, 2009). "Kia Launches Eco Dynamics Label in Korea, Unveils Forte Hybrid Model". Motor Trend. Retrieved October 5, 2009. {{cite news}}: Check |author-link= value (help); External link in |author-link= (help)CS1 maint: date and year (link)
  21. ^ http://www.themotorreport.com.au/24580/2010-kia-forte-lpi-hybrid-unveiled-in-korea
  22. ^ Review: 2010 Kia Forte Koup driving experience
  23. ^ a b 2010 Kia Forte SX First Drive 06-11-2009, edmunds.com
  24. ^ Martinez, Nate (July 8, 2008). "Revealed! 2010 Kia Forte Sedan images hit the Web". Motor Trend. Retrieved September 30, 2009.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link)
  25. ^ Kia launches the new Cerato Forte for the Singaporean market
  26. ^ Kia Forte/Cerato in Russia
  27. ^ Naza Kia Launches The Forte In Malaysia
  28. ^ "Event Information - Entry List". Grand-am.com. 2010-01-10. Retrieved 2010-02-20.
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