2014 Kia Forte Specifications

Specifications

2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Unibody
Production Years for Series :	2014 - 2018
Introduced At :	2012 LA Auto Show

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4
Displacement :	1797 cc \| 109.7 cu in. \| 1.8 L.
Power :	148 HP (108.928 KW) @ 6500 RPM
Torque :	131 Ft-Lbs (178 NM) @ 4700 RPM
Bore :	81.0 mm \| 3.189 in.
Stroke :	87.2 mm \| 3.433 in.
Compression :	10.3:1
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Multi Point Fuel Injection

Transmission:
6 Manual

Handling

Safety

NHTSA Crash-Test Results
2014 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD
Frontal driver :
Frontal passenger :
Side driver :
Side rear passenger :
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive :	Risk of Rollover: 10.3%
2014 Kia Forte 5 HB FWD
Frontal driver :
Frontal passenger :
Side driver :
Side rear passenger :
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive :	Risk of Rollover: 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.

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Manufacturer	Kia Motors America
Mfr Report Date	20120502
NHTSA Campaign ID	17V773000
Summary	Kia 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.
Consequence	If 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.
Remedy	Kia 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.
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	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Manufacturer	Kia Motors America
Mfr Report Date	20121205
NHTSA Campaign ID	15V015000
Summary	Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kia Forte vehicles manufactured December 5, 2012, to April 17, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the cooling fan resistor may overheat and melt.
Consequence	If the cooling fan resistor overheats and melts, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy	Kia will notify owners, and for vehicles produced from December 5, 2012 to January 27, 2014, dealers will replace the cooling fan resistor and multi-fuse unit. For vehicles produced from January 28, 2014 to April 17, 2014, dealers will replace the multi-fuse unit only. Owners of vehicles with a 1.8L engine will also have the engine control unit software updated. The recall began on February 20, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC113.
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.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

2014 Averages

Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$3.30
Total Car Production :	11,660,699

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

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2014 Kia Forte? A: The 2014 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 106.30 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2014 Kia Forte? A: The 2014 Kia Forte has a length of 179.50 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2014 Kia Forte? A: The 2014 Kia Forte has a width of 70.10 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2014 Kia Forte have?A: The 2014 Kia Forte has 39.10 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2014 Kia Forte have?A: The 2014 Kia Forte has legroom of 42.20 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2014 Kia Forte? A: The 2014 Kia Forte was a Sedan.

Q: What engine did the 2014 Kia Forte have? A: The engine powering the 2014 Kia Forte was a Inline 4 (1797 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 148 HP (108.928 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 131 Ft-Lbs (178 NM) @ 4700 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2014 Kia Forte have? A: The 2014 Kia Forte had a 6 speed Manual gearbox.