Kia Forte is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2020 model year, there are five trim-lines to choose from EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,650 to $1,900, which over the course of five years will save you $2,250 in extra fuel spending. It has a 4-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.
2020 Forte has a relatively long wheelbase ( 106.3 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2707 - 2903 lbs.
2020 Forte seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Forte ia a class-leader on only one measurement - head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs, shoulders, and hips. Trunk volume is the largest among its peers with 15.3 cu. ft.
Trim | 2020 Forte FE | 2020 Forte LXS | 2020 Forte EX | 2020 Forte GT-Line | 2020 Forte GT |
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Starging MSRP | $17,890 | $19,290 | $22,090 | $20,490 | $23,090 |
Engine | 2.0 L/122 | 2.0 L/122 | 2.0 L/122 | 2.0 L/122 | 1.6 L/97 |
HP | 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 201 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 29 - 31 MPG | 29 - 31 MPG | 29 - 31 MPG | 29 - 31 MPG | 27 MPG |
Highway | 40 - 41 MPG | 40 - 41 MPG | 40 - 41 MPG | 40 - 41 MPG | 35 MPG |
Combined | 33 - 35 MPG | 33 - 35 MPG | 33 - 35 MPG | 33 - 35 MPG | 30 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,650 - $1,750 | $1,650 - $1,750 | $1,650 - $1,750 | $1,650 - $1,750 | $1,900 |
2020 Forte Sedan comes in five trim levels, with an average price that is $2,170 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, Forte has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 32.6 mpg.
2020 Forte Sedan has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed thirty-one complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals.