TOP 5 REASONS JACKSONVILLE DRIVERS SHOULD BUY THE 2018 KIA FORTE

The compact sedan category is one of the most competitive in the automotive market, but the 2018 Kia Forte stands apart nonetheless. It is one of the safest compact cars, features a smooth transmission, gets great gas mileage and is fully stocked with cutting-edge tech. The Kia Forte is built to last, and so is its warranty. At 5 years/60,000 miles you’ll be able to drive with peace of mind for a long time. To learn more about why Jacksonville drivers should buy the 2018 Forte, read on.

1. THE 2018 KIA FORTE IS ONE OF THE SAFEST CARS IN ITS CLASS
You might expect an affordable compact car like the 2018 Kia Forte to have a meager offering of safety tech, but the new Forte is built to exceed expectations. The comprehensive lineup of standard safety aids in the 2018 Forte includes Vehicle Stability Management, Electronic Stability Control, a Traction Control System, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, a Brake Assist System and Hill Start Assist Control. If you’re in Jacksonville, Neptune Beach or Ponte Vedra, FL try out the safety tech in the new Forte by taking a test drive at Southside Kia.

2. THE NEW FORTE HAS A SMOOTH & EFFICIENT TRANSMISSION
The 2018 Kia Forte features one of the most advanced transmissions in its class. The optional automatic transmission, which is included in most of the Forte sedans in stock at Southside Kia, is a 6-speed that is electronically controlled for quick, smooth shifts and optimal efficiency. It also includes Sportmatic® mode, which gives the driver greater control over the car’s performance.

3. THE FORTE WILL SAVE YOU MONEY AT THE PUMP
The 2018 Kia Forte gets excellent gas mileage from its 2.0L 4-cylinder engine. The LX and S trims get an EPA-estimated 37 MPG highway, and the EX trim, which features the same engine in a more performance-oriented tune, gets an EPA-estimated 33 MPG highway.

4. THE 2018 FORTE HAS A TASTY MENU OF TECH
The 2018 Kia Forte features a premium lineup of technology at an affordable price. A high-quality 4-speaker audio system with MP3 and SiriusXM® comes standard. Kia’s UVO Infotainment System with voice-activated navigation, a 7-inch color touch-screen display, SiriusXM® and HD Radio® is optional. Meanwhile, you can enhance your infotainment experience with its optional Android Auto® and Apple CarPlay®, which ensure optimal connectivity.

5. THE KIA FORTE HAS YOU COVERED
All new Kias, including the 2018 Kia Forte, come with the protection of a long-lasting warranty. This warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Your new 2018 Forte will be protected for years longer than many of its competitors. If you’re in the Jacksonville, Neptune Beach or Ponte Vedra Beach areas, come into Southside Kia and experience the superiority of the new Forte today.