More than just a budget box, the 2017 Kia Forte offers lots of features at a pocket-pleasing price. The base sedan has a 147-hp 2.0-liter four and a six-speed manual. A 164-hp 2.0-liter and an optional six-speed automatic round out the sedan’s lineup. The hot-hatch Forte5 has a 2.0-liter four and a six-speed automatic or manual. A 1.6-liter turbo with a seven-speed dual-clutch is optional. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and driver-assistance technologies offer upscale options in this affordable ride.
