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2011 KIA Forte EX Service/Owner manual - Bluetooth connectivity is standard across the lineup is also a nice touch. Material quality is on par with the rest of the segment. Unfortunately, telescoping steering column is only available on the SX, may mean higher driver a hard time getting comfortable in the LX and EX.

Rear legroom is good for this class, though the Koup rear quarters are tight and the alleged lack of center armrest sedan. Cargo space is plentiful in the coupe and sedan, measuring 12.6 cubic feet and 14.7 cubic feet, respectively. This hatchback offers 19.4 cubic feet with the rear seats and more if needed when they are folded.

The 2011 Kia Forte LX and EX get a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes 156 hp and 144 pound-feet of torque. SX uses a 2.4-liter that provides 173 hp and 168 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on all but the hatchback, which comes with a six-speed automatic (the latter is an option on all models).

SX trim comes with a more powerful engine 2.4-liter, sport-tuned suspension, 17-inch alloy wheels, wider tires, fog lamps, steering column tilt-and-telescoping, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, an enhanced gauge cluster, trip computer, unique cloth upholstery and metallic interior trim. In addition to the above, the SX Koup also gets 17-inch alloys are unique, sportier version of the SX sedan suspension, and illuminated red speaker surrounds that can blink in time to the beat.