Location: Michigan City Kia | 710 US-20, Michigan City, IN 46360
Stock #: P50711 | Price: $15,955
Mileage: 58,346 | Exterior: Aurora Black
Section 1: The Aesthetic "Aurora Black"
The 2023 Kia Forte LXS is a masterclass in modern sedan styling. While many compact cars try to look "cute," the Forte borrows its aggressive DNA from the Kia Stinger sports sedan. Finished in Aurora Black, this specific unit offers a premium, stealthy appearance.
Exterior Design: The 2023 model year features the updated Kia logo and the signature "Tiger Nose" grille, flanked by sleek projector-beam headlights.
Wheel Package: The LXS trim upgrades you from the base model's steel wheels to 16-inch Machine-Finished Alloy Wheels, giving the car a much more sophisticated profile.
Lighting: The front fascia includes aerodynamic air intakes and integrated daytime running lights, ensuring youre visible and stylish on the road.
Section 2: Performance & Efficiency
The Forte LXS is engineered for the driver who wants a "set it and forget it" relationship with their car. It is built to be a low-maintenance, high-efficiency commuter.
The Engine Room
Engine: 2.0L Multi-Point Injection (MPI) 4-Cylinder.
Power: 147 Horsepower @ 6,200 rpm | 132 lb-ft Torque @ 4,500 rpm.
The Transmission: Kias Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). Unlike older CVTs that can feel "rubbery," the IVT uses a chain belt instead of a push belt, providing simulated gear shifts that feel natural and responsive.
Fuel Economy (The "Gas Saver")
In a time of fluctuating fuel prices, the 2023 Forte is a financial relief:
City: 28 MPG
Highway: 39 MPG
Combined: 32 MPG
Range: With a 14-gallon tank, you can travel over 540 miles on a single highway trip.
Section 3: Interior & Technology
At nearly 60,000 miles, the interior of a car tells you everything about its quality. The 2023 Fortes cabin is designed with high-quality soft-touch materials and a driver-centric cockpit.
Connectivity & Infotainment
8.0-inch Touchscreen Display: Crisp, clear, and positioned perfectly at eye level.
Wireless Connectivity: This model features Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You can leave your phone in your pocket and still access your maps, music, and messages on the screen.
Audio: 4-speaker system with Bluetooth wireless technology and steering-wheel-mounted controls.
Comfort & Versatility
Black Woven Cloth Seating: Durable and comfortable, designed to stay cool in the summer.
Foldable Rear Seats: The LXS features a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, allowing you to carry longer items like hockey sticks or flat-pack furniture.
Cargo Space: Despite its compact exterior, the Forte offers 15.3 cubic feet of trunk spaceone of the largest in its class.
Section 4: Safety "Kia Drive Wise"
The 2023 Forte is one of the safest small cars on the road today. The LXS trim specifically includes several active safety features that monitor the road for you.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA-Ped): Uses sensors to detect a potential collision and can automatically apply the brakes to help avoid an accident with a car or pedestrian.
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance (BCA): If you try to change lanes while a vehicle is in your blind spot, the car will provide a warning and can even apply corrective braking.
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance (RCCA): Essential for parking lots; it warns you of cars approaching from the side while you are in reverse.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) & Lane Following Assist (LFA): These systems work together to keep the car centered in its lane, reducing driver fatigue on long highway hauls.
Driver Attention Warning (DAW): Monitors your driving patterns and will suggest a break if it detects signs of drowsiness or inattentiveness.
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Certified Pre-Owned 2023 KiaForte LXS Sedan I-4 cyl
- Exterior Color
- Aurora Black
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 58,346 miles
- Body/Seating
- Sedan/5 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 28/39 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- Variable
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- I-4 cyl
- VIN
- 3KPF24AD7PE580247
- Stock Number
- P50711
Kia
Forte
Highlighted Features
- Lane departure
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Split folding rear seat
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Fully automatic headlights
- Security system
- Alloy wheels
Included Packages & Accessories
- carpet floor mats
Included Packages & Options
Included Options
- carpet floor mats$175
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- Air conditioning
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 205/55HR16.0
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Rear tires: 205/55HR16.0
- Wheel size: 16"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio
- Primary LCD size: 8.0"
- Radio data system
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Speakers: 4
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Seat Upholstery: cloth
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: Not Available
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.0L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 28mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 32mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 39mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 14.0gal.
- Horsepower: 147hp @ 6,200RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Manual-shift auto: Sportmatic
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 132 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
- Transmission: continuously variable automatic
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Compression ratio: 12.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,319kg (2,908lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 81.0mm x 97.0mm (3.19" x 3.82")
- Engine displacement: 2.0 L
- Engine torque: 132 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,801mm (70.9")
- Exterior height: 1,435mm (56.5")
- Exterior length: 4,641mm (182.7")
- Front headroom: 986mm (38.8")
- Front hiproom: 1,346mm (53.0")
- Front legroom: 1,072mm (42.2")
- Front shoulder room: 1,425mm (56.1")
- GVWR: 1,720kg (3,792lbs)
- Interior maximum rear cargo volume: 433 L (15 cu.ft.)
- Interior rear cargo volume: 433 L (15 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,718L (96.0 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 953mm (37.5")
- Rear hiproom: 1,298mm (51.1")
- Rear legroom: 907mm (35.7")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,405mm (55.3")
- Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
- Wheelbase: 2,700mm (106.3")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) mitigation
- Ignition disable
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Security system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

Overall4Out of 5
- 4.0
2023Forte gt
By Christian | on Friday, February 02, 2024
Great car quick for what it is with the 7speed and 1.6turbo the GT was do believe it should have power windows besides that has tons of tech and safety features I’ve done a 10 hour road trip seats are comfortable plus it’s a great price for heated and cooled seats beat other brands for the price… - 1.0
No way
By Julian | on Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Bought this car new, it lives in the shop with concerns being new. Trail lights getting moisture in them. Terrible seal they used. Headlight replacement from moisture. Windows fog up to easily, and always keeping the defroster on. Transmission feels terrible. Gas mileage not the best. Seats are really hard and uncomfortable. I, don't like this car being a cvt after all. The price I paid for this forte was a mistake. Should of bought a better car. These Kia cars have a bad resale value.… - 1.0
The cheapest vehicle out there
By Hermit | on Thursday, December 28, 2023
Things falling apart interior. Tail lights getting moisture along with the headlight. Seats have cheap stitching. Long road trips, seats are uncomfortable. To much road noise, so it's not insulated inside. Stereo system is beyond garbage. Manuel seat adjustment being a 2023 forte Gt-Line. The entire car is cheap just like hyundai.…
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