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Kia · Forte

Which Kia Forte years have Apple CarPlay?

The Kia Forte offers Apple CarPlay in 6 of the 10 model years we have trim data for (2015–2024). It first appears in 2017, standard on the EX, S, EX (5), SX (5), EX (Koup) and SX (Koup) and optional on the LX and LX (5). In 2024 it's standard on the LX and LXS, and not available on the GT and GT-Line.

YearHas it?Which trims
2024 Some trimsStandard on the LX and LXS. Not on the GT and GT-Line.
2023 StandardStandard on every trim (GT, GT-Line, LX and LXS).
2022 StandardStandard on every trim (FE, GT, GT-Line and LXS).
2021 NoNot available on any trim.
2020 StandardStandard on every trim (EX, FE, GT, GT-Line and LXS).
2019 NoNot available on any trim.
2018 Some trimsStandard on the EX, S, EX (5) and SX (5). Optional on the LX (5) (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the LX.
2017 Some trimsStandard on the EX, S, EX (5), SX (5), EX (Koup) and SX (Koup). Optional on the LX and LX (5) (a package, option or drivetrain adds it).
2016 NoNot available on any trim.
2015 NoNot available on any trim.

"Optional" means a package, option or drivetrain (FWD or AWD) adds it, so check the window sticker of the car you're buying. Trim data from OpenSpec, the manufacturer's equipment guides and NHTSA's vehicle database; years without trim data aren't listed.

Every model with Apple CarPlay

More about the Kia Forte

Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoWireless phone chargingAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoringHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsRemote startSunroof or moonroof