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KIA Forte 2018-2021 Photos, engines & full specs

Segment: Compact
Production years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021

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The third generation of the Forte was introduced at the 2018 North American International Motor Show and it included cues inspired by the Stinger.

The Forte was the Elantra's sibling built by Kia and designed by Peter Schreyer. The Forte was launched as a 4-door sedan or a 5-door fastback, featuring the same shape as the Hyundai Elantra Fastback from other continents. Thus, the two twin vehicles covered most of the body versions for the compact segment, apart from a station-wagon and a convertible.

The sedan version of the compact Forte was the Kia equivalent for the Elantra, but with a sportier look. The headlights design showed the inspiration from the Stinger. The “tiger-nose” grille was already a signature design for the Kia brand and it was successfully applied on the Forte as well.

Inside, the Forte featured a spacious interior, due to an increase in the cabin height and a longer wheelbase than its predecessor. In order to receive higher grades from the IIHS, even the base model was fitted with features such as automatic emergency braking and active lane control. Adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitors, and automatic high-beam headlights were optional. For the infotainment system, an 8” touch-screen display was on the options list.

For the powertrain, the 2018 Forte sedan was offered with only one engine in Atkinson Cycle mated to a 6-speed manual for the base model, or a CVT (named IVT by KIA) for the rest of the trim level.

press release
KIA Forte 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
  3 gasoline engines
  • 1.6L GDI 7AT (201 HP)
  • 2.0L 6MT (147 HP)
  • 2.0L CVT (147 HP)

KIA Forte
1.6L GDI 7AT (201 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L GDI 7AT (201 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1591 cm3
Power:147.8 KW @ 6000 RPM
201 HP @ 6000 RPM
198 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:195 lb-ft @ 1500-4500 RPM
264 Nm @ 1500-4500 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P195/65R15
DIMENSIONS
Length:182.7 in (4641 mm)
Width:70.9 in (1801 mm)
Height:56.5 in (1435 mm)
Front/rear Track:61.5x61.9 in (1562 mm)
Wheelbase:106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.3 in (135 mm)
Cargo Volume:15.3 cuFT (433 L)
Turning circle (curb to curb):34.8 ft (10.6 m)

KIA Forte
2.0L 6MT (147 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 6MT (147 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1999 cm3
Power:109.6 KW @ 6200 RPM
149 HP @ 6200 RPM
147 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:132 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM
179 Nm @ 4500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P195/65R15
DIMENSIONS
Length:182.7 in (4641 mm)
Width:70.9 in (1801 mm)
Height:56.5 in (1435 mm)
Front/rear Track:61.5x61.9 in (1562 mm)
Wheelbase:106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.3 in (135 mm)
Cargo Volume:15.3 cuFT (433 L)
Turning circle (curb to curb):34.8 ft (10.6 m)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2707 - 2721 lbs (1228 - 1234 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3638 lbs (1650 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km)
Highway:36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km)
Combined:31 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)

KIA Forte
2.0L CVT (147 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L CVT (147 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1999 cm3
Power:109.6 KW @ 6200 RPM
149 HP @ 6200 RPM
147 BHP @ 6200 RPM
Torque:132 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM
179 Nm @ 4500 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14 gallons (53.0 L)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:CVT
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:P195/65R15
DIMENSIONS
Length:182.7 in (4641 mm)
Width:70.9 in (1801 mm)
Height:56.5 in (1435 mm)
Front/rear Track:61.5x61.9 in (1562 mm)
Wheelbase:106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.3 in (135 mm)
Cargo Volume:15.3 cuFT (433 L)
Turning circle (curb to curb):35.4 ft (10.8 m)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2762 - 2903 lbs (1253 - 1317 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3792 lbs (1720 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
Highway:41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Combined:35 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km)
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