KIA FORTE
2010–2024 · 126 trims available
At a Glance
FORTE OVERVIEW
Year Range
2010–2024
Total Configurations
126
Best MyCar Score
81.6 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$13,695–$26,100
Trim Levels
2024 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2024 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING FORTE TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Sedan | 30 | 150 | $16,582 | 75 |
| LX | Hatchback | 28 | 167 | $18,197 | 76 |
| Koup EX | Coupe | 28 | 163 | $18,204 | 74 |
| FE | Sedan | 33 | 147 | $18,419 | 75 |
| SX | Sedan | 26 | 173 | $18,657 | 73 |
| EX | Hatchback | 29 | 161 | $19,411 | 75 |
| EX | Sedan | 30 | 159 | $19,603 | 74 |
| S | Sedan | 33 | 147 | $19,663 | 75 |
| LXS | Sedan | 33 | 147 | $19,690 | 75 |
| Forte5 EX | Hatchback | 28 | 173 | $19,695 | 75 |
| Koup SX | Coupe | 26 | 185 | $19,839 | 74 |
| GT-Line | Sedan | 33 | 147 | $21,330 | 74 |
| Forte5 SX | Hatchback | 24 | 201 | $21,395 | 75 |
| SX | Hatchback | 26 | 190 | $21,997 | 74 |
| GT | Sedan | 28 | 201 | $23,930 | 74 |
| FE, LXS | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
| GLS / JSL / TAX (Middle Grade) | Hatchback | N/A | N/A | N/A | 81 |
| LX Base | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A FORTE
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $13,695 | $26,100 |
| MPG (combined) | 24 combined | 35 combined |
| Horsepower | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Coupe | Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2015
Average MyCar Score: 80.5 · 1 avg recalls
Years to Watch
None flagged
All years score above average. Strong reliability across the board.
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