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Kia · Forte

Which Kia Forte years have remote start?

The Kia Forte offers remote start in 4 of the 10 model years we have trim data for (2015–2024). It first appears in 2015, optional on the EX and LX. In 2024 it's standard on the GT-Line, optional on the GT, and not available on the LX and LXS.

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

"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 remote start

More about the Kia Forte

Wireless Apple CarPlayWireless Android AutoApple CarPlay (wired or wireless)Wireless phone chargingAdaptive cruise with stop and goLane centeringBlind-spot monitoringHeated front seatsHeated second-row seatsVentilated (cooled) seatsHeated steering wheelLeather seatsSunroof or moonroof