NAZA Kia Malaysia, the official distributor of Kia Motors vehicles in Malaysia, will kick off its activities for 2011 with the launch of the highly-anticipated Forte Koup and the Forte sedan with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Both to be launched on March 3, the Forte Koup is Kia’s first ever two door coupe and embodies the brand’s current design-led transformation and raises the bar in its segment with impressive style and a blend of comfort, technology, performance and safety features.
At the same time, the Forte 6-Speed, an enhancement of the original model launched in November 2009, is set to increase the popularity of the multiple award winning sedans.
The Forte 6-Speed – offered in 1.6EX, 1.6SX and 2.0SX trims wears a new grille and comes with a host of features such as a new six-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic and integrated LED turn signals on the electrically foldable side mirrors.
The higher 1.6SX and 2.0SX variants get additional premium equipment such as steering mounted paddle shifters, rear view camera and Bluetooth mobile handsfree connectivity.
“Both the Forte Koup and Forte 6-Speed will further enhance the Kia brand in the market,” said Datuk Syed Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar, chief operating officer of Naza Kia Malaysia.
“The new Forte Koup showcases performance-inspired, aggressive and smooth styling and we believe it will be a hit in the market.
“As for the Forte 6-Speed, a great car just got better.
“It is now features a range of premium features that will make it even more competitive in its segment.
“To-date, we have sold 5,781 units of the Forte since its launch in November 2009 and we are confident sales will increase following the launch of the Forte 6-Speed.”
The Forte Koup’s fluid lines and balanced proportions offer a refined and athletic stance with swept-back wrap-around headlamps, aggressive air intakes and low, sleek profile while its muscular stance is accentuated with slim wrapped tail lamps, dual exhaust outlets and a rear diffuser.
The all new Forte Koup is equipped with a four-cylinder 2.0-litre engine that produces 156hp and 194Nm of torque, featuring continuous variable valve timing (CVVT) and multi-port electronic fuel injection to allow greater performance and fuel economy.
The power of this remarkable engine is further complemented by an automatic six-speed transmission which can be manually controlled through the Shiftronic function on the gearbox or paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel.
Handling in the Forte Koup is responsive and smooth due to its high torsional stiffness while high-speed stability in comparison to the Forte sedan has been enhanced by lowering the ride height and widening the wheel track.
Inside, the Forte Koup offers plush leather seats and a host of premium features such as automatic air-conditioning, a retractable sun-roof, Bluetooth connectivity with cellular phones, push-start ignition and a six-CD changer with iPod connectivity. For more info visit http://www.nazakia.com.my/community/news-events/2011/03/03/naza-kia-malaysia-launches-new-forte-koup-and-forte-6-speed
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