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Compare 3 trims on the 2012 Kia Forte

It’s important to carefully check the trims of the car you’re interested in to make sure that you’re getting the features you want, and aren’t overpaying for those you don’t want.


Our comparison will help you prioritize the trims that are right for you.

2012 Kia Forte

EX (2 styles)

5dr HB EX 4dr Sdn Auto EX
$18,100
Starting MSRP
$17,600
Starting MSRP
29 combined MPG
MPG
30 combined MPG
MPG
156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
 
 
 
 
 
 
Exterior Colors
 
 
 
 
 
 
Exterior Colors
5
Seating Capacity
5
Seating Capacity

LX (2 styles)

4dr Sdn Man LX 4dr Sdn Auto LX
$15,200
Starting MSRP
$16,200
Starting MSRP
29 combined MPG
MPG
29 combined MPG
MPG
156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
M/T
Transmission
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
 
 
 
Exterior Colors
 
 
 
Exterior Colors
5
Seating Capacity
5
Seating Capacity

SX (2 styles)

5dr HB SX 4dr Sdn Auto SX
$19,600
Starting MSRP
$19,100
Starting MSRP
26 combined MPG
MPG
26 combined MPG
MPG
173.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
173.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
 
 
 
 
 
 
Exterior Colors
 
 
 
 
 
Exterior Colors
5
Seating Capacity
5
Seating Capacity