Compare 2024 Kia Forte - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $19,990 | $21,180 | $21,435 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $19,191 | $20,124 | $20,578 |
| Destination | $1,155 | $1,140 | $1,225 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | N/A |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Clock | In-dash | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Compass | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Digital/analog | Analog | Digital/analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Mechanical | Mechanical | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Mechanical | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Leather |
| Air Compressor | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Fixed | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/HD, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | SiriusXM With 360L AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | N/A | VW Car-Net Safe & Secure 5-year |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Assist (Lane Keeping System) |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Powertrain (120 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Accessories (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (84 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/20,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 120 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 84 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 24 Months/20,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Surround | Black W/chrome Accents | Black W/chrome Accents |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | Lip |
| Front Tires | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 15" Steel | 16" Steel | 16" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | N/A | Compact Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | N/A | N/A | Intercooled Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Servotronic |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Sportmatic | N/A | Tiptronic |
| Transmission | 2-spd CVT W/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.89 | 5.10 | 3.39 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 182.7 " | 182.9 " | 186.5 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 70.9 " | 71.5 " | 70.8 " |
| Exterior Height | 56.5 " | 56.9 " | 57.7 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.5L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 147 @ 6,200 Rpm | 149 @ 6,400 Rpm | 158 @ 5,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 132 @ 4,500 Rpm | 146 @ 4,400 Rpm | 184 @ 1,750 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 30 Mpg | 30 Mpg | 29 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 41 Mpg | 40 Mpg | 42 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.2 Seconds | 8.9 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.3 Seconds | 16.9 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 88 Mph | 81 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .8 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | 60 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.19/3.82 " | 3.76/3.20 " | 2.93/3.38 " |
| Curb Weight | N/A | 3,036 Lbs. | 2,895 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 3,957 Lbs. | 4,057 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,116 Lbs. | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 1,852 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | N/A | N/A | 926 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 " | 106.6 " | 105.7 " |
| Front Track | 61.5 " | 62.6 " | 60.7 " |
| Rear Track | 61.9 " | 62.8 " | 60.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.4 '' | 19.0 '' | 18.3 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | .30 | .28 |
| Front Legroom | 42.2 " | 43.8 " | 41.1 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7 " | 34.9 " | 37.4 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.8 " | 38.9 " | 38.5 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.5 " | 36.7 " | 37.2 " |
| Front Hip Room | 53.0 " | 53.5 " | 53.0 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 51.1 " | 53.3 " | 51.4 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.1 " | 56.4 " | 55.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.3 " | 54.5 " | 54.0 " |
| Luggage Volume | 15.3 Cu.ft. | 14.3 Cu.ft. | 14.1 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 15.3 Cu.ft. | 14.3 Cu.ft. | 14.1 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 96 Cu.ft. | 96 Cu.ft. | 95 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 14.0 Gal. | 12.4 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Below Average | Below Average | Average |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.71 | $0.77 | $0.74 |
| Depreciation | $12,367 | $13,232 | $13,715 |
| Fees and Taxes | $2,232 | $2,375 | $2,421 |
| Fuel Cost | $5,439 | $5,510 | $5,456 |
| Insurance | $7,648 | $7,648 | $7,714 |
| Maintenance | $3,892 | $3,462 | $2,572 |
| Repairs | $0 | $2,009 | $1,021 |
| Opportunity Costs | $501 | $528 | $502 |
| Total Cost | $35,532 | $38,513 | $37,247 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall | 4 | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Driver's | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Chest | good | N/A | good |
| Rear passenger Head/neck | poor | N/A | poor |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | poor | acceptable | acceptable |
| Thigh/hip | good | N/A | good |
| Overall Evaluation | good | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | acceptable | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | acceptable | good | marginal |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | acceptable | good | acceptable |
| Hip/Thigh | good | N/A | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | good | N/A | acceptable |
| Lower Leg/Foot | good | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | poor | acceptable | acceptable |
| Rear passenger Thigh | good | N/A | good |
| Restraints | good | N/A | good |
| Leg/foot | good | N/A | good |
| Overall evaluation | acceptable | N/A | poor |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | poor | acceptable | marginal |
| Ease of Use | acceptable | good | acceptable |
| Head/Neck | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | marginal | good | good |
| Rear passenger Restraints | poor | N/A | acceptable |
| Rear passenger Chest | marginal | N/A | poor |
| Overall Front | poor | N/A | poor |
| Front Crash Prevention | advanced | advanced | basic |
| Driver Head Protection | marginal | marginal | good |
