Kia unleashes 2014 Forte five-door compact hatch in Chicago

Kia will be bringing its new generation Forte compact hatch to the Chicago Auto Show for its world premierre. The new hatch has received styling revisions over its predecessor marked by sculpted flanks, curves and a more prominent front end.

The interior is also new and comes with latest technologies and gadgetry such as a large touch screen for the in-built infotainment system. Materials used are also of a higher quality, such as the full leather interior that even covers the dashboard cowl.

Powertrain details are not officially announced, but it will likely come with the same four-cylinder engine range as its sedan sibling, which includes a 1.8-litre unit that develops about 148bhp and possibly a stronger 2.0-litre unit producing 173bhp.