Kia

Kia Forte

Price $15,995 – $26,295
Fuel consumption 5.5 – 9.2 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 75%(view ratings)
The 2013 Forte line is replete with sedan and fivedoor hatchback versions of its LX, EX and Forte SX trims. The first two come with a 156-hp 2.0L engine, whereas the SX gets a 173-hp 2.4L. With a five-passenger capacity, these front-wheel drive vehicles offer great handling. Many people will be pleasantly surprised to discover that the Kia’s fit and finish are very good for its category.

Kia Forte

Pricing
MSRP CA$15,995
Fees CA$1,455
Gas guzzler tax CA$0
Monthly payments CA$301/month
Powertrain
Engine 2,0 l I-4
Power 156 hp @ 6,200 rpm (116 kW)
Torque 144 lb·ft @ 4,300 rpm (195 N·m)
Induction Atmospheric
Fuel type Regular
Transmission 6-speed manual
Drivetrain FWD
Vehicle type / Category
Vehicle type Sedan
Category N/A
Assembly N/A
Generation N/A
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy
City 8.1 L/100km
Highway 5.7 L/100km
Combined 7.0 L/100km
Autonomy 742 km
CO₂ emissions 161 g/km
Equipment
Infotainment
Auxiliary audio input standard
CD player standard
Apple CarPlay compatible not available
Android Auto compatible not available
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires
Steering rack and pinion with assist
Turning diameter 10 m (34′)
Front suspension N/A
Rear suspension N/A
Front brakes Disc (ABS)
Rear brakes Disc (ABS)
Front tires P195/65R15
Rear tires P195/65R15
Safety
Seat belts 5
Dimensions / Weight
Length 4,531 mm (178″)
Width 1,775 mm (70″)
Height 1,461 mm (58″)
Wheelbase 2,649 mm (104″)
Front track 1,557 mm (61″)
Rear track 1,565 mm (62″)
Weight 1,238 kg (2,729 lb)
Capacities
Passengers 5
Trunk 416 l
Fuel tank 52 l (11 gal)
Towing capacity N/A
Performance
0-100 km/h N/A
80-120 km/h N/A
Top speed N/A
Braking distance N/A
Warranty
Base warranty 5 years/100,000 km
Powertrain warranty 5 years/100,000 km
The Car Guide rating
Driving 8/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 7/10
Winter driving 8/10
Comfort 7/10
Average 75%(view ratings)