CriticalKnowledge:

• First-ever Kia2-door coupe model
• Based on new KiaForte sedan platform and powertrains
• Name derived from KiaKOUP concept car
• Available in EX and SX trim levels
• More power and sport suspension on SX
• Manual or automatic transmissions
• Fuel economy ranges from 22 mpg city to 34 mpg highway, dependingon engine and transmission choice
• Kia says the Forte Koup offers comfortable seating for five
• Standard 6-speaker audio system with 3 months of free Siriussatellite radio
• USB and auxiliary jacks are standard; full iPod and MP3 controlthrough audio system
• Bluetooth is standard
• Stability control is standard
• 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty

Introduction
The 2010 Kia Forte Koup is a first for the Korean automaker. Neverbefore has Kia built a 2-door coupe, and its freshman attempt atcaptivating youthful consumers looks to be right on target. The Koup isbased on the all-new 2010 Kia Forte sedan, sharing that model's generalstyling themes inside and out, as well as its underpinnings andpowertrains. With the Forte Koup, Kia has focused on providing exactlywhat young buyers want: stylish looks, good gas mileage, decent pep,room for friends, portable audio compatibility, a class-leadingwarranty, and all for what is certain to be a palatable price.

Kia provides a class-leading 10-year/100,000-mile warranty on the ForteKoup's powertrain, and offers a 5-year/60,000-mile basic limitedwarranty on the rest of the car.

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