These are standard specifications for the 2010 Kia Forte, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 6 Manual SX model , 4 Automatic LX & EX; Electronically controlled , 5 Automatic SX; Electronically controlled Electronically controlled Electronically controlled with Sportmatic
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 : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 2010 - 2013 |
| Price : | MSRP: $13,695-18,195 Invoice: $13,435-17,335 |
| MPG City : | 25 |
| MPG Highway : | 34 |
| Introduced At : | 2009 Chicago Auto Show |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1998 cc | 121.9 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 156 BHP (114.816 KW) @ 6200 RPM |
| Torque : | 144 Ft-Lbs (195 NM) @ 4300 RPM |
| Bore : | 86.0 mm | 3.386 in. |
| Stroke : | 86.0 mm | 3.386 in. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L. |
| Power : | 173 BHP (127.328 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 168 Ft-Lbs (228 NM) @ 4000 RPM |
| Bore : | 88.0 mm | 3.465 in. |
| Stroke : | 97.0 mm | 3.819 in. |
| Compression : | 10.5:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
5 Manual , 6 Manual SX model , 4 Automatic LX & EX; Electronically controlled , 5 Automatic SX; Electronically controlled Electronically controlled Electronically controlled with Sportmatic
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 3.308 |
| 2nd Gear : | 1.962 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.189 |
| 4th Gear : | 0.905 |
| 5th Gear : | 0.702 |
Handling
Safety
| NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 2010 Kia Forte 4-DR. w/SAB (Early release) | |
| Frontal driver : |  |
| Frontal passenger : | |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : |  |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : |  |
Recall
| Component | AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20090224 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V363000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying. |
| Consequence | If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165. |
| 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. |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors Corporation |
| Mfr Report Date | 20090224 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 13V114000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles. In September 2013, Kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate. |
| Consequence | Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098. |
| 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
2010 Averages
| Avg. Home : | $184,000 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $2.74 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
| Total Car Production : | 7,743,093 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2010 Kia Forte?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 104.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte has a length of 178.30 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte has a width of 69.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2010 Kia Forte have?A: The 2010 Kia Forte has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2010 Kia Forte have?A: The 2010 Kia Forte has legroom of 43.30 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte was a Compact sedan.Q: How much did the 2010 Kia Forte cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2010 Kia Forte had an MSRP of $13,695 - $$18,195 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2010 Kia Forte have? A: The 2010 Kia Forte had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1998 cc | 121.9 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 156 BHP (114.816 KW) @ 6200 RPM and 144 Ft-Lbs (195 NM) @ 4300 RPM Inline 4 (2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 173 BHP (127.328 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 168 Ft-Lbs (228 NM) @ 4000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2010 Kia Forte have? A: The 2010 Kia Forte had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Manual SX model, 4 speed Automatic LX & EX; Electronically controlled, 5 speed Automatic SX; Electronically controlled Electronically controlled Electronically controlled with Sportmatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 104.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte has a length of 178.30 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte has a width of 69.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2010 Kia Forte have?A: The 2010 Kia Forte has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2010 Kia Forte have?A: The 2010 Kia Forte has legroom of 43.30 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2010 Kia Forte? A: The 2010 Kia Forte was a Compact sedan.Q: How much did the 2010 Kia Forte cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2010 Kia Forte had an MSRP of $13,695 - $$18,195 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2010 Kia Forte have? A: The 2010 Kia Forte had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1998 cc | 121.9 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 156 BHP (114.816 KW) @ 6200 RPM and 144 Ft-Lbs (195 NM) @ 4300 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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