[SOUL4U]

2011 CHANGES
· Interior enhancements to Centre Console
· 6 Speed Transmission is now standard on all trims
· Advanced Front Airbags added to all trims
· Paddle Shifter added to SX Automatic trim
· Outside Temperature Display is standard
· Monotube Shock Absorber added to all trims
· Illuminated Sunvisors added to all trims
· Auto Light Control added to SX
· Front Fogs is standard
· New SX Luxury trim added
o Rear LED lamp, NAV, ECM and Push Button (AT only)

Pricing

FO521B Forte Koup 2.0L EX, 6-speed Manual Transmission
$18,995
Key features of the FO521B include:
o 2.0L I4 engine
o 156 HP, 144 lb.ft.
o 6 Airbags (Advanced dual front,
dual front side and dual curtain)
o Anti-whiplash front headrests
o 4-wheel disc brakes
o Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
o Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
o Power windows
o Power door locks
o 16” Alloy wheels
o P205/55R16 Tires
o Manual air conditioning
o Keyless entry w/panic feature
o Heated front seats
o Steering wheel mounted cruise
control
o Front fog lights
o AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo w/AUX
& USB input ports
o Door mounted speakers (4)
o Front tweeter (2)
o Voice activated Bluetooth
hands-free connectivity
o Steering wheel mounted audio
controls
o 60:40 split rear seat
o Power heated outside mirrors
o Front & rear mud guards
o Windshield wiper de-icer
o Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
o Outside mirror with integrated
turn signal
o Exterior chrome door handles

FO52AB Forte Koup 2.0L EX + Sunroof, 6-speed Manual Transmission
The FO52AB adds to FO521B: $19,895
o Power tilting & sliding sunroof

FO721B Forte Koup 2.0L EX, 6-speed Automatic Transmission
The FO721B adds to FO521B: $20,195
o 6-speed automatic transmission

FO72AB
Forte Koup 2.0L EX + Sunroof, 6-speed Automatic Transmission
The FO72AB adds to FO721B: $21,095
o Power tilting & sliding sunroof

FO522B Forte Koup 2.4L SX , 6-speed Manual Transmission
$22,295
The FO522B adds to FO521B:
o 2.4L I4 engine
o 173 HP, 168 lb.ft
o 6-Speed Manual transmission
o 17” Alloy Wheels
o P215/45R17 tires
o Automatic climate control
o Supervision instrument cluster
o Metallic interior accents
o Leather seats
o Leather wrapped steering wheel
o Leather wrapped gear shift knob
o Trip computer
o Alloy sport pedals
o Sirius satellite radio w/3 month
free subscription
o Sport tuned suspension
o Power tilting & sliding sunroof

FO722B Forte Koup 2.4L SX, 6-speed Automatic Transmission
The FO722B adds to FO522B
$23,495
o 6-speed automatic transmission
o Paddle Shifter

FO52XB Forte Koup 2.4L SX Luxury , 6-speed Manual Transmission
$24,595
The FO52XB adds to FO522B:
o Navigation
o LED Rear Lights
Electrochromic Mirror

FO72XB Forte Koup 2.4L SX Luxury, 6-speed Automatic Transmission
The FO72XB adds to FO52XB
o 6-speed automatic transmission $25,995
o Paddle Shifter
o Smart Key with Push Button Start

Cheers,
SOUL4U

 

[KorsaBlue]

are paddle shifters good yet or are they just a gimmick on everything but indy cars and evos

 

[BigE]

No Turbo in 2011?

 

[Rainyraven]

Wow price is already going up!
And still no turbo!!!
geeez by the time the turbo gets here its going to be a 35,000 car lol

 

[SubtleStyle]

Nice find SOUL4U. A lot of new goodies. Only thing I wish I had on it is the new transmission though.

Any idea what the MPG numbers are with the new tranny?

 

[DOMtheDON]

25K ?!

I understand it's fully loaded, but that's a little rediculous for a Forte. The main reason I was attraced to the Forte was the pirce. Is this Canadian or US dollar?

 

[FEARtheFOX]

@DOMtheDON: this price would be Canadian, since it is in the Canada Section and the thread is titled "2011 canadian koup specs"

 

[SOUL4U]

Nice find SOUL4U. A lot of new goodies. Only thing I wish I had on it is the new transmission though.

Any idea what the MPG numbers are with the new tranny?

Not really a find I am a Manager at a Kia store in the GTA.

Cheers,
SOUL4U

 

[oldiesradio]

Any changes to the body itself? Grill or Rear? and is KIA going to offer different wheels on the SX?

 

[SOUL4U]

The rims on all levels of the KOUP remain the same, the sedan however gets new rims for the EX models.

Cheers,
SOUL4U

 

[D113]

I'm interested in what they've changed to... I happen to like my ex rims, so I'd like to see what They have in store.

 

[DOMtheDON]

@DOMtheDON: this price would be Canadian, since it is in the Canada Section and the thread is titled "2011 canadian koup specs"

Can never be to sure Fox..

 

[Tebore]

So how much of these new parts can be bought and installed on the 2010?

The Nav and the LED Tails would be interesting.

The Auto light control would also be good to have.

Sucks about the 6 speed auto replacing the 5 speed.

 

[Ninjacola]

Are those prices the MSRP? or does it include destination? because if not i'm going to have to go buy a 2010 here pretty quick....

 

[FEARtheFOX]

Those prices look to be before all taxes and fees.

 

[Ninjacola]

SO uhhh......when are the 2011's coming out again? The more i look at the trims the more i want push button start

 

[Aidensgrand]

well at those prices and features, it looks like it'll be more worth your while to buy an SI. the CAN dollar is pretty much equal to USD so i dont see to much of a difference in price. main reason i went with this car was because it was affordable compared to the competition

 

[Ninjacola]

I'm Anti-Honda Plus the SI doesn't come with an auto and I'm not exactly the best at driving stick so I'd rather stick with the forte. Maybe even buy a slightly used one for cheaper

 

[SUREFOOT]

I'm interested in what they've changed to... I happen to like my ex rims, so I'd like to see what They have in store.

LOL, I roared when I read that line, you might be the only one my friend, the SX wheels are tremendous looking.

Side note, I really wish they would give an exact release date for the 2011. 2 weeks ago I had a single car accident with my 2010 Forte Koup (lucky to be alive if you had seen the pictures) so with the exact replacement clause in my insurance I will just be getting a brand new fully loaded SX. Was kinda praying they would release the 2011's soon so I could scoop one up when I got my new ride. Ugh!! I have no patience and for sure couldn't wait until January to get one, unless for some strange reason the dealership where I will purchase my new Koup gives me one to drive in the mean time, which of course is quite the dream.

 

[206bw]

my local dealer said the 2011 will hit the showroom in Jan

This is in Toronto