2012 Kia Forte Koup Summary

2012 Kia Forte Koup

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2012 Kia Forte Koup

Starting MSRP $17,200–$18,600

MPG City: 22 – 25 Highway: 31 – 34

Available Engines

173-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
165-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
156-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
154-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.8) 12 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

•Sedan, coupe or hatchback
•Choice of four-cylinder engines
•Standard USB port
•Optional push-button start
 

What We Like

•Crisp, clean styling
•Linear braking
•Powerful 2.4-liter four-cylinder
•Sensibly arranged controls
•Hatchback versatility

What We Don't

•Firm ride
•Raspy four-cylinder engines
•Six-speed automatic holds low gears too long
•Backseat legroom
•Optional heated front seats only have one level

The five-seat Forte is Kia's entry in the compact-car segment, and it's available with a choice of four-cylinder engines and comes standard with numerous safety features. It's sold as a sedan, a four-door hatchback and a coupe, which Kia calls the Koup. Competitors include the Honda Civic, Ford Focus and Toyota Corolla.

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2 Available Forte Koup Trims

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Standard Equipment & Options

    Engine MPG MSRP Invoice
EX 2dr Coupe
See Specs | Price with Options		 4 cyl 24/33 $17,200 $16,380
SX 2dr Coupe
See Specs | Price with Options		 4 cyl 22/32 $18,600 $17,710
Destination charge: $750
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