2012 Kia Forte Summary

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2012 Kia Forte

Starting MSRP $15,200–$19,600

MPG City: 23 – 26 Highway: 32 – 36

Available Engines

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

Transmissions

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

Average Consumer Rating

(4.6) 20 consumer reviews

Side-by-Side Comparison l Build & Price

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.

5 Available Forte Trims

Select a trim name below for detailed specifications

Standard Equipment & Options

	Engine	MPG	MSRP	Invoice
LX 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	25/34	$15,200	$14,900
EX 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	26/36	$17,600	$16,760
EX 4dr Hatchback See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	26/36	$18,100	$17,240
SX 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	23/32	$19,100	$18,190
SX 4dr Hatchback See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	23/32	$19,600	$18,670
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