2012 Kia Forte
The 2012 Kia Forte is listed in 9 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.0 L 4-cyl and 2.4 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 30 MPG (best: 7.8 L/100 km).
Model year2012
Versions9
ClassCompact Cars, Midsize Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forte | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 35 / 29 | 8.1 | 306 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 317 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 31 / 26 | 9.0 | 342 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 31 / 26 | 9.0 | 342 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte Eco | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 27 / 35 / 30 | 7.8 | 296 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte Koup | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 317 | Compact Cars |
| Forte Koup | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 32 / 27 | 8.7 | 329 | Compact Cars |
| Forte Koup | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 30 / 26 | 9.0 | 342 | Compact Cars |
| Forte Koup | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 31 / 26 | 9.0 | 342 | Compact Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2012 Kia Forte.