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2012 Kia Forte Sedan

  • MSRP  $15,200

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What’s New for 2012:
  • New telescoping steering wheel
  • The 5-door hatchback model is no longer offered with a manual transmission

Exterior Features
The 2012 Kia Forte is offered as a compact coupe,hatchback,and sedan in up to three different trim levels. Fifteen-inch steel wheels are standard,with larger wheels available on higher grades.

Interior Features
The Kia Forte offers seating for up to 5 passengers. Base Forte models include cloth seats,manual air conditioning,and little else. Higher trim levels are configured with power windows,power locks,tilt-and-telescope steering wheel,remote entry,automatic climate control,keyless engine start,and other upgraded equipment.

Optional Features
Major options on the 2012 Kia Forte are bundled into packages for specific trim levels,which include the Premium package,Fuel Economy package,Technology package,and Leather package.

Under the Hood
Kia Forte models are fitted with one of two engines. The standard is a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder rated at 156 horsepower. The optional engine is a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder rated at 173 horsepower. The standard transmission is a 6-speed manual,and a 6-speed automatic is optional. All Kia Forte models are front-wheel drive.

Fuel Economy
EPA fuel-economy figures for the 2012 Kia Forte are:
  • Kia Forte with 2.0-liter engine and automatic transmission: 26/36 mpg (city/highway)
  • Kia Forte Eco with 2.0-liter engine and automatic transmission: 27/37 mpg (city/highway)
  • Kia Forte Koup with 2.4-liter engine and automatic transmission: 23/31 mpg (city/highway)

Safety
Standard safety features of note on the 2012 Kia Forte include side curtain air bags and stability control. In government crash tests,the 2012 Kia Forte received an overall rating of 4 (out of 5) stars and 4 stars in front,side,and rollover tests,according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS),the Forte received a “Good” rating—the Institute’s highest—for frontal-offset and side-impact crashes. The Forte also earned a ""Good"" rating in the Institute's roof strength tests.

Features

  • Air conditioning
  • AM/FM radio
  • Basic warranty 60 months/60,000miles
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Options

  • 2.885 Axle Ratio
  • Rear Bumper Applique
  • Body Kit
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Tech Specs

  • Engine displacement 2.0 L
  • Engine liters 2.0
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Fuel Economy

City MPG:
23.0
 
Hwy MPG:
32.0

Actual rating will vary with options, driving conditions, habits and vehicle condition.

Convenience Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Tilt steering wheel
  • Driver vanity mirror
  • Passenger vanity mirror
  • Front beverage holders
  • Rear beverage holders
  • Driver door bin
  • Passenger door bin
Entertainment Features
  • AM/FM radio
  • CD player
  • MP3 decoder
  • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
  • Speakers 4
  • Wireless phone connectivity
Warranty
  • Basic warranty 60 months/60,000miles
  • Powertrain warranty 120 months/100,000miles
  • Corrosion perforation warranty 60 months/100,000miles
  • Roadside assistance coverage 60 months/60,000miles
Seats and Trim
  • Max seating capacity 5
  • Front seats bucket
  • Front center armrest w/storage
  • Rear seats bench
  • Split folding rear seat
  • Rear seat center armrest
Body Exterior
  • Number of doors 4
  • Power door mirrors
  • Door mirrors body-color
  • Bumpers body-color
Safety and Security
  • 4 wheel disc brakes
  • ABS brakes
  • Brake assist
  • Dual front impact airbags
  • Dual front side impact airbags
  • Overhead airbag
  • Occupant sensing airbag
  • Ignition disable
  • Electronic stability
  • Traction control
  • Anti-whiplash front head restraints
  • Adjustable head restraints driver and passenger w/tilt
Suspension/Handling
  • Front wheel independent suspension
  • Front anti-roll bar
  • Power steering
  • Speed-sensing steering
  • Front tires 195/65HR15.0
  • Rear tires 195/65HR15.0
  • Wheel size 15"
Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation
  • Variably intermittent wipers
  • Rear window defroster
  • Tachometer
  • Low tire pressure warning
Options
  • 2.885 Axle Ratio
  • Rear Bumper Applique
  • Body Kit
  • Cargo Mat
  • Carpeted Floor Mats
  • Cargo Net
  • Cargo Tray
  • EC Mirror w/Compass
  • EC Mirror w/Compass & Homelink
  • Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC CVVT w/SULEV
  • Monotone Paint Application
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC CVVT
  • Radio: AM/FM/CD/MP3/Satellite Audio System
  • Front Bucket Seats
  • Cloth Seat Trim
  • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
  • Tires: P195/65R15
  • Wheels: 5.5" x 15" Steel w/Full Covers
  • California Emissions
Specs and Dimensions
  • Engine displacement 2.0 L
  • Engine horsepower 156hp @ 6,200RPM
  • Engine torque 144 lb.-ft. @ 4,300RPM
  • Engine bore x stroke 86.0mm x 86.0mm (3.39" x 3.39")
  • Compression ratio 10.50 to 1
  • Exterior length 4,529mm (178.3")
  • Exterior body width 1,775mm (69.9")
  • Exterior height 1,461mm (57.5")
  • Wheelbase 2,649mm (104.3")
  • Turning radius 5.2m (16.9')
  • Front legroom 1,100mm (43.3")
  • Rear legroom 889mm (35.0")
  • Front headroom 1,016mm (40.0")
  • Rear headroom 955mm (37.6")
  • Front hiproom 1,346mm (53.0")
  • Rear hiproom 1,354mm (53.3")
  • Front shoulder room 1,415mm (55.7")
  • Rear shoulder room 1,389mm (54.7")
  • Passenger volume 2,741L (96.8 cu.ft.)
  • Interior cargo volume 416 L (15 cu.ft.)
  • Interior maximum cargo volume 416 L (15 cu.ft.)
  • Greenhouse Gas Score (GG) 7
  • Air Pollution Score (AP) 5
Powertrain
  • Engine liters 2.0
  • Cylinder configuration I-4
  • Horsepower 156hp @ 6,200RPM
  • Torque 144 lb.-ft. @ 4,300RPM
  • Number of valves 16
  • Variable valve control
  • Engine location front
  • Recommended fuel regular unleaded
  • Transmission 6 speed manual
  • Drive type front-wheel
  • Fuel economy city 25mpg
  • Fuel economy highway 34mpg
  • Fuel tank capacity 13.7gal.

Category Definitions

Performance and Design: Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features and Instrument Panel, and Comfort.

Initial Quality: Taken from the Initial Quality Study (IQS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 90 days of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems that have caused a complete breakdown or malfunction, or where controls or features may work as designed, but are difficult to use or understand.

Predicted Reliability: Derived from historical trending for a vehicle and/or manufacturer in our Initial Quality and Vehicle Dependability Studies, Predicted Reliability is a forecast of how reliable a newer vehicle might be over time.

Overall Dependability: Taken from the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which looks at owner-reported problems in the first 3 years of new-vehicle ownership, this score is based on problems that have caused a complete breakdown or malfunction of any component, feature, or item (i.e., components that stop working or trim pieces that break or come loose).

5.0
Among the best
4.0
Better than most
3.0
About average
2.0
The rest

Please note that J.D. Power Consumer Center Ratings may not include all information used to determine J.D. Power and Associates awards.

Comments

  • Roy Parks
    Roy Parks on
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    Dont do it

    If your reading this your obviously looking for a dependable car that is safe, reliable and economical, alas the Kia forte does not meet these criteria. There is not a single day I dont look at this "car" and grind my teeth in disgust. I wait for the day that this thing sits in a museum as a "cars that failed the test of time" exhibit.
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