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2012 Kia Forte Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 2012 Kia Forte, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Body / Chassis : Steel unibody
Production Years for Series : 2010 - 2013
Price : MSRP: $15,200-19,600
Invoice: $14,900-18,670
Weight : 2729 lbs | 1237.854 kg
MPG City : 25
MPG Highway : 34
Introduced At : 2009 Chicago Auto Show
Inline 4
Displacement : 1998 cc | 121.9 cu in. | 2.0 L.
Power : 156 HP (114.816 KW) @ 6200 RPM
Torque :144 Ft-Lbs (195 NM) @ 4300 RPM
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 : 175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 6000 RPM
Torque :169 Ft-Lbs (229 NM) @ 3750 RPM
Valvetrain : 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Direct Fuel Injection
Transmission:
6 Manual , 6 Automatic

NHTSA Crash-Test Results
2012 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD
Frontal driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Frontal passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side rear passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating Risk of Rollover 10.3%
2012 Kia Forte 5 HB FWD
Frontal driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Frontal passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side rear passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating of Rollover 10.3%

Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

NHTSA Campaign ID20V750000
SummaryKia 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.
ConsequenceAn engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.
RemedyKia 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.
NotesOwners 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

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

Mfr Report Date20090224
NHTSA Campaign ID18V363000
SummaryKia 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.
ConsequenceIf 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.
RemedyKia 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.
NotesOwners 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

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

Mfr Report Date20120502
NHTSA Campaign ID17V773000
SummaryKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
ConsequenceIf the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
RemedyKia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.
NotesOwners 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.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
2012 Averages
Avg. Home : $263,200
Avg. Gallon of Gas : $3.55
Total Car Production : 10,335,765

For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Kia Forte? A: The 2012 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 104.30 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2012 Kia Forte? A: The 2012 Kia Forte has a length of 178.30 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2012 Kia Forte? A: The 2012 Kia Forte has a width of 69.90 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Kia Forte have?A: The 2012 Kia Forte has 40.00 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Kia Forte have?A: The 2012 Kia Forte has legroom of 43.30 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Kia Forte? A: The 2012 Kia Forte was a Sedan.

Q: How much did the 2012 Kia Forte cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Kia Forte had an MSRP of $15,200 - $$19,600 (USD).

Q: What engines did the 2012 Kia Forte have? A: The 2012 Kia Forte had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1998 cc | 121.9 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 156 HP (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 175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 169 Ft-Lbs (229 NM) @ 3750 RPM
  • Q: What transmissions did the 2012 Kia Forte have? A: The 2012 Kia Forte had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.

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