Pre-Owned 2023 Kia Forte LXS in St. Louis, MO

The 2023 Kia Forte LXS stands out as a smart choice in the competitive compact sedan segment, outshining alternatives like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla by offering a compelling mix of standard technology, strong fuel economy, and affordable ownership costs.

Shoppers weighing several sedans will find the Forte LXS especially fitting for daily commuting, students, or budget-focused families who prioritize connectivity and comfort without sacrificing efficiency. With its Gravity Gray exterior and matching Gray cloth interior, the car presents a refined look suited to a wide range of tastes. In regions like St. Louis, MO, where weather and road conditions fluctuate, the Forte’s traction control and stability systems add confidence for year-round driving, making it a versatile pick for both city and suburban lifestyles.

While some competitors tout sport-oriented powertrains, the Forte LXS delivers reliable and efficient performance through its 2.0L I4 MPI engine paired to a smooth CVT and front-wheel drive layout. This configuration emphasizes fuel savings-delivering an EPA-estimated 28 mpg city and 39 mpg highway-while maintaining pleasant, predictable driving dynamics. Unlike some rivals that require stepping up to pricier trims for these efficiencies, the Forte LXS brings strong real-world value to the table without compromise.

Safety is a priority in the Forte, with standard features like ABS, electronic stability control, dual front impact and side airbags, traction control, and a rearview camera. Many competitors offer similar equipment but often restrict advanced safety tech to higher trims or as optional add-ons. The Forte LXS includes auto high-beam headlights and brake assist right from the start, ensuring that active safety is accessible without requiring additional packages, giving drivers peace of mind on every journey.

Feature content is a Forte highlight, starting with the LXS Technology Package which brings an 8-inch display audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, fully automatic headlights, and a split folding rear seat for added versatility. Comfort is enhanced by air conditioning, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, and remote keyless entry, while the rear window defroster and variably intermittent wipers adapt to changing weather. The overall technology suite makes daily drives smoother and more enjoyable without hidden costs.

Compared to the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, the Forte LXS carves out its niche by providing more standard tech and comfort features at a similar or lower price point. While rivals may highlight heritage or slightly more refined interiors, the Forte’s real-world strengths-like its robust 2.0L engine, excellent fuel economy, and generous infotainment-translate to better overall value for cost-conscious buyers. This sedan’s balance of efficiency, practicality, and feature content makes it a standout in its class.

Why choose the Forte LXS over competitors? It delivers more standard features and technology without demanding an upgrade to higher trims. What does it offer that others don’t? Standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a large display at no extra charge. Which sedan offers the best overall value? Considering the Forte’s feature set, fuel economy, and Kia’s 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty for used owners, it is an excellent contender.

To experience the 2023 Kia Forte LXS in person, visit Dave Sinclair Ford at 7466 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63125 or call (314) 892-2600. Discover firsthand how this sedan stands apart from its competition and make an informed decision with a test drive today.

• 4 Cylinder Engine
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• A/C
• A/T
• ABS
• Adjustable Steering Wheel
• Aluminum Wheels
• AM/FM Stereo
• Automatic Headlights
• Automatic Highbeams
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• Back-Up Camera
• Bluetooth Connection
• Brake Assist
• Bucket Seats
• Child Safety Locks
• Cloth Seats
• Cruise Control
• Cruise Control Steering Assist
• CVT Transmission
• Daytime Running Lights
• Driver Air Bag
• Driver Monitoring
• Driver Vanity Mirror
• Front Collision Mitigation
• Front Head Air Bag
• Front Side Air Bag
• Front Wheel Drive
• Gasoline Fuel
• HD Radio
• Immobilizer
• Intermittent Wipers
• Keyless Entry
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist
• MP3 Capability
• Pass-Through Rear Seat
• Passenger Air Bag
• Passenger Air Bag Sensor
• Passenger Vanity Mirror
• Power Door Locks
• Power Mirror
• Power Steering
• Power Windows
• Rear Bench Seat
• Rear Defrost
• Rear Head Air Bag
• Remote Trunk Release
• Security System
• Smart Device Integration
• Stability Control
• Steering Wheel Audio Controls
• Tire Pressure Monitor
• Tires - Front Performance
• Tires - Rear Performance
• Traction Control
• Transmission with Dual Shift Mode
• Trip Computer
• Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers

• 2 12V DC Power Outlets
• 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
• 4 Speakers
• 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
• Air Filtration
• Cargo Area Concealed Storage
• Cargo Features : Tire Mobility Kit
• Cargo Space Lights
• Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim
• Cloth Seat Trim
• Cruise Control with Steering Wheel Controls
• Day-Night Rearview Mirror
• Delayed Accessory Power
• Digital/Analog Appearance
• Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors
• Driver Foot Rest
• Driver Information Center
• Driver Seat
• Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
• FOB Controls : Keyfob Cargo Access
• Front Bucket Seats : 6-way adjustable driver and front passenger seats
• Front Center Armrest
• Front Cupholder
• Front Map Lights
• Full Carpet Floor Covering
• Full Cloth Headliner
• Full Floor Console with Covered Storage : Mini Overhead Console with Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
• Gauges : Speedometer / Odometer / Engine Coolant Temp / Tachometer / Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
• Glove Box
• HVAC : Underseat Ducts
• Immobilizer
• Instrument Panel Bin : Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
• Interior Trim : Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert / Piano Black Door Panel Insert / Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
• Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
• Manual Air Conditioning
• Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
• Outside Temp Gauge
• Passenger Seat
• Perimeter Alarm
• Power 1st Row Windows with Driver 1-Touch Down
• Power Door Locks with Autolock Feature
• Power Rear Windows
• Radio with Seek-Scan : Clock / Speed Compensated Volume Control / Aux Audio Input Jack and Radio Data System
• Radio: 8" Display Audio : 4 speakers / 8" touch screen / HD radio / wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto / Bluetooth hands-free and USB input
• Rear Cupholder
• Remote Keyless Entry with Integrated Key Transmitter : Illuminated Entry / Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
• Remote Releases : Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
• Smart Device Integration
• Trip Computer
• Urethane Gear Shifter Material
• Window Grid Antenna
• Wireless Phone Connectivity

• Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps with Delay-Off
• Black Grille with Chrome Surround
• Black Side Windows Trim
• Body-Colored Door Handles
• Body-Colored Front Bumper
• Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors with Manual Folding
• Body-Colored Rear Bumper
• Fixed Rear Window with Defroster
• Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
• Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
• Light Tinted Glass
• Perimeter/Approach Lights
• Tire Mobility Kit
• Tires: P205/55R16 LRR All-Season
• Trunk Rear Cargo Access
• Variable Intermittent Wipers
• Wheels: 16" x 6.5J Alloy

• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Airbag Occupancy Sensor
• Back-Up Camera
• Collision Mitigation-Front
• Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
• Driver Monitoring-Alert
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Electronic Stability Control
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Lane Following Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts : Rear Center 3 Point / Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
• Rear Child Safety Locks
• Side Impact Beams
• Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

• 14 Gal. Fuel Tank
• 150 Amp Alternator
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with 4-Wheel ABS : Front Vented Discs / Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
• 4.89 Axle Ratio
• 60-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery with Run Down Protection
• Electric Power-Assist Steering
• Engine: 2.0L I4 MPI 16V DOHC with Dual CVVT
• Front Anti-Roll Bar
• Front-Wheel Drive
• Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
• Single Stainless Steel Exhaust with Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
• Strut Front Suspension with Coil Springs
• Torsion Beam Rear Suspension with Coil Springs
• Transmission with Driver Selectable Mode
• Transmission: Intelligent Variable : Sportmatic and Drive Mode Select with sport and comfort indicator

• 4 Cylinder Engine
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• A/C
• A/T
• ABS
• Adjustable Steering Wheel
• Aluminum Wheels
• AM/FM Stereo
• Automatic Headlights
• Automatic Highbeams
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• Back-Up Camera
• Bluetooth Connection
• Brake Assist
• Bucket Seats
• Child Safety Locks
• Cloth Seats
• Cruise Control
• Cruise Control Steering Assist
• CVT Transmission
• Daytime Running Lights
• Driver Air Bag
• Driver Monitoring
• Driver Vanity Mirror
• Front Collision Mitigation
• Front Head Air Bag
• Front Side Air Bag
• Front Wheel Drive
• Gasoline Fuel
• HD Radio
• Immobilizer
• Intermittent Wipers
• Keyless Entry
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist
• MP3 Capability
• Pass-Through Rear Seat
• Passenger Air Bag
• Passenger Air Bag Sensor
• Passenger Vanity Mirror
• Power Door Locks
• Power Mirror
• Power Steering
• Power Windows
• Rear Bench Seat
• Rear Defrost
• Rear Head Air Bag
• Remote Trunk Release
• Security System
• Smart Device Integration
• Stability Control
• Steering Wheel Audio Controls
• Tire Pressure Monitor
• Tires - Front Performance
• Tires - Rear Performance
• Traction Control
• Transmission with Dual Shift Mode
• Trip Computer
• Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers