2018 Kia Forte
The 2018 Kia Forte is listed in 6 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 32 MPG (best: 7.4 L/100 km).
Model year2018
Versions6
ClassLarge 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 (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 29 / 37 / 32 | 7.4 | 279 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 33 / 28 | 8.4 | 318 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 314 | Midsize Cars |
| Forte 5 | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 30 / 27 | 8.7 | 332 | Large Cars |
| Forte 5 | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 23 / 29 / 25 | 9.4 | 353 | Large Cars |
| Forte 5 | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 317 | Large 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 2018 Kia Forte.