These are standard specifications for the 2015 Kia Forte, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Manual , 6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 2014 - 2018 |
| Price : | MSRP: $15,890-19,390 |
| Weight : | 2937 lbs | 1332.201 kg |
| MPG City : | 25 |
| MPG Highway : | 37 |
| Combined MPG : | 30.00 |
| Introduced At : | 2012 LA Auto Show |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1797 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L. |
| Power : | 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque : | 130 Ft-Lbs (176 NM) @ 4700 RPM |
| Bore : | 81.0 mm | 3.189 in. |
| Stroke : | 87.2 mm | 3.433 in. |
| Compression : | 10.3:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Multi Point Fuel Injection | |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1999 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 173 HP (127.328 KW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque : | 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 4700 RPM |
| Bore : | 81.0 mm | 3.189 in. |
| Stroke : | 97.0 mm | 3.819 in. |
| Compression : | 11.5:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
6 Manual , 6 Automatic
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 3.308 |
| 2nd Gear : | 1.962 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.257 |
| 4th Gear : | 0.976 |
| 5th Gear : | 0.778 |
| 6th Gear : | 0.633 |
Handling
Safety
| NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 2015 Kia Forte 5 HB FWD | |
| Side driver : |  |
| Side rear passenger : |  |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | 10.3% |
| 2015 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD | |
| Frontal driver : | |
| Frontal passenger : | |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | 10.3% |
Recall
| Component | ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V750000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving. |
| Consequence | An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2015 Averages
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $2.71 |
| Total Car Production : | 12,100,095 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2015 Kia Forte?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 106.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte has a length of 179.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte has a width of 70.10 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2015 Kia Forte have?A: The 2015 Kia Forte has 39.10 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2015 Kia Forte have?A: The 2015 Kia Forte has legroom of 42.20 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2015 Kia Forte cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2015 Kia Forte had an MSRP of $15,890 - $$19,390 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2015 Kia Forte have? A: The 2015 Kia Forte had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1797 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 130 Ft-Lbs (176 NM) @ 4700 RPM Inline 4 (1999 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 173 HP (127.328 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 4700 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2015 Kia Forte have? A: The 2015 Kia Forte had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 106.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte has a length of 179.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte has a width of 70.10 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2015 Kia Forte have?A: The 2015 Kia Forte has 39.10 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2015 Kia Forte have?A: The 2015 Kia Forte has legroom of 42.20 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2015 Kia Forte? A: The 2015 Kia Forte was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2015 Kia Forte cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2015 Kia Forte had an MSRP of $15,890 - $$19,390 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2015 Kia Forte have? A: The 2015 Kia Forte had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1797 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 145 HP (106.72 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 130 Ft-Lbs (176 NM) @ 4700 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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