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2018 Kia Forte
Sedan · 2015–2024 · Forte, Forte5, Forte Koup
Trims and features
What changed for 2018
- Starting prices: +$100 to +$400 (3 trims; hover for each)
- No longer offered: Forte Koup
- Engine: 2.0L Multipoint Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder → 2.0L Multi-point Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder (LX, S)
2018 Forte trims
| EX | LX | S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | $21,700 | from $16,800 | $19,400 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | 2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder | 2.0L Multi-point Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder | 2.0L Multi-point Injection (MPI) 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | — | 147 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | — | 132 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Sportmatic | 6-Speed Automatic: Sportmatic 6-Speed Manual: — | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Fwd | 6-Speed Automatic / 6-Speed Manual | Fwd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 28 mpg | 6-Speed Automatic: 32 mpg 6-Speed Manual: 28 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 14.9 cu ft | 14.9 cu ft | 14.9 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 179.5 in | 179.5 in |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | 7 in | — | 7 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | — | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wired | — | Wired |
| Digital gauge cluster | 3.5 in + option | — | 3.5 in + option |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Lane keeping | Optional | — | Optional |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | — | Optional |
| Automatic emergency braking | Optional | — | Optional |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — | Optional |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Leather | Cloth | Cloth |
| Heated seats | Front | — | — |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior | |||
| Wheels | 17 in | 15 in | 16 in |
Packages and options (30)
| EX | LX | S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX Premium Plus Package $3,900 | Optional | — | — |
| Fleet Package II $350 | — | Optional | — |
| LX Popular Package $1,000 | — | Optional | — |
| LX Rear Camera Package $400 | — | Optional | — |
| S Technology Package $1,500 | — | — | Optional |
| S Technology Plus Package $1,700 | — | — | Optional |
| Sports Package $197 | Optional | Optional | — |
| Mud Guards $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Paint Protection Package $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Spoiler $295 | Optional | Optional | — |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $125 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Start (Key Start) $495 | — | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Start (Push-Button Start) $495 | Optional | — | Optional |
| Trunk Cargo Hook $26 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Aurora Black $295 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Clear White | — | Optional | Optional |
| Currant Red | Optional | — | Optional |
| Deep Sea Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Garnet Red | — | Optional | — |
| Phantom Gray | Optional | — | Optional |
| Silky Silver | Optional | Optional | — |
| Snow White $295 | Optional | Optional | — |
| Titanium Bronze | — | Optional | — |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem order guide, Other, Other. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Forte 2017–2024 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 0 | 25 |
| 2023 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 3 | 63 |
| 2022 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 27 |
| 2021 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 | Optional | Standard | 2 | 68 |
| 2020 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 | Standard | No | 0 | 76 |
| 2019 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 147 |
| 2018 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 136 |
| 2017 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 3 | 303 |
| 2017 | Kia Forte Koup 2 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | Kia Forte 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 135 |
| 2016 | Kia Forte Koup 2 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 137 |
| 2015 | Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 260 |
| 2015 | Kia Forte 5 HB FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 260 |
| 2015 | Kia Forte Koup 2 DR FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 1 | 260 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Forte | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–32 |
| 2024 | Forte FE | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 34 |
| 2023 | Forte | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–32 |
| 2023 | Forte FE | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 34 |
| 2022 | Forte | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–33 |
| 2022 | Forte FE | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2021 | Forte | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
28–33 |
| 2021 | Forte FE | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2020 | Forte | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
28–33 |
| 2020 | Forte FE | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2019 | Forte | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
31–34 |
| 2019 | Forte FE | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2018 | Forte | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
28–32 |
| 2018 | Forte 5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–28 |
| 2017 | Forte | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
28–32 |
| 2017 | Forte 5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
25–28 |
| 2017 | Forte Koup | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
26–28 |
| 2016 | Forte | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
28–30 |
| 2016 | Forte 5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
24–28 |
| 2016 | Forte Koup | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
24–28 |
| 2015 | Forte | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.8 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L |
29–30 |
| 2015 | Forte 5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
24–28 |
| 2015 | Forte Koup | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo |
24–28 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.