Match a Kia to Your New Driver

So, it is finally time to get your young ones behind the wheel. For many, this can be stressful as we all want the best and safest for our families. Luckily, Kia manufactures some of the safest and most intelligent sedans on the roads today. You can be confident that your first-time driver is safe and sound with excellent options like the Kia Forte, and the Kia K5. Although Kia's reputation is magnificent for creating secure and reliable vehicles, we still want to analyze all three sedan options to guarantee a perfect fit for you and your first-time driver. 

Already set on a new 2024 Kia sedan? Then see us at Evergreen Kia, and we can get the wheels turning today!

2024 Kia Forte 

The 2024 Kia Forte is a fine option when searching for a first-time driver's vehicle. This trusted sedan has a 2.0L Inline Four-Cylinder engine or a turbocharged 1.6L Four-Cylinder engine. This model is also quite efficient, with a combined average of 32 miles per gallon when equipped with the Intelligent Variable Automatic transmission. 

Other than its notable performance, the 2024 Kia Forte has available safety features that are perfect for your first-time driver! You can have peace of mind with the brilliant Navigation- Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go and Highway Driving Assist. This feature uses its navigational system to regulate vehicle distance and even set a pre-determined speed limit on highways where information is available. Also, Kia has loaded the 2024 Forte’s with state-of-the-art safety and driver assistance features, some of these include: 

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian and Cyclist Assist
• Blind- Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Following Assist
• Electronic Stability Control
• Hill Start Assist
• And More!

Additionally, the 2023 Kia Forte won the Most Dependable Compact Car award and placed #1 in Initial Quality Among Compact Cars by J.D. Power. 

2024 Kia K5

The 2024 Kia K5 is one of those vehicles that can be whatever you want it to be. With incredibly versatile trim options, you can find the ideal car for a first-time driver or a thrill-seeking adventure vehicle. While this trim does come standard with a turbocharged engine capable of producing up to 180 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. In terms of torque, its safety features and masterful frame make this model an ideal car for first-time drivers. 

Some of the safety features you can expect from the 2024 Kia K5 are as follows:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Surround View Monitor 
• Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go and Highway Driving Assist
• Safe Exit Assist
• Blind- Spot Collision Avoidance 
• And More!

The 2024 Kia K5 is fully equipped to ensure not only the safety of your first-time driver but the safety of your 2024 Kia K5 as well. 

Summary 

Kia has always prided itself on making safe vehicles and creating vehicles parents would be happy to let their first-time drivers experience. The 2024 Kia Forte, and K5 are all fantastic options for a first-time driver's vehicle; now the decision lies with you! No matter which way you choose, you and your first-time driver are in for a fun and safe driving experience. So take a 2024 Forte or K5 test drive at Evergreen Kia.