These are standard specifications for the 2022 Kia Forte, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Manual , 7 Automatic DCT , CVT i-CVT
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 2019 - |
| Weight : | 2707 lbs | 1227.875 kg |
| MPG City : | 27 |
| MPG Highway : | 37 |
| Combined MPG : | 31.00 |
| Introduced At : | 2018 Detroit Auto Show |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1600 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 201 HP (147.936 KW) |
| Torque : | 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
6 Manual , 7 Automatic DCT , CVT i-CVT
Production Figures
| Total Kia Production for 2022 : | 693,549 |
| 2022 Kia Forte | |
Dimension(s)
Sedan
| Cargo Volume : | 15 cu. ft. |
| Interior Volume : | 96.0 cu. ft. |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 4 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 182.7 in | 4641 mm. |
| Width : | 70.9 in | 1801 mm. |
| Height : | 56.5 in | 1435 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 106.3 in | 2700 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.9 in | 1572 mm. |
| Ground Clearance : | 5.3 in | 135 mm. |
| Front Overhang : | 35.4 in | 899 mm. |
| Rear Overhang : | 40.9 in | 1039 mm. |
| Interior | |
| Front Headroom : | 38.8 in | 986 mm. |
| Rear Headroom : | 37.5 in | 953 mm. |
| Front Legroom : | 42.2 in | 1072 mm. |
| Rear Legroom : | 35.7 in | 907 mm. |
| Front Hip Room : | 53.0 in | 1346 mm. |
| Rear Hip Room : | 51.1 in | 1298 mm. |
| Front Shoulder Room : | 56.1 in | 1425 mm. |
| Rear Shoulder Room : | 55.3 in | 1405 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : McPherson Strut Rear : Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion with Power Assist | |
| Steering Overall Ratio : | 12.7:1 |
| Turns lock to lock : | 2.44 |
| Turning Circle : | 34.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
|---|---|
| Front Brake Size : | 11.0 in | 279 mm. |
| Rear Brake Size : | 10.3 in | 262 mm. |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P195/65R15 |
| Wheels : | 6.0J × 15 Steel |
Recall
| Component | STEERING:COLUMN |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V304000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control. |
| Consequence | Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235. |
| 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.nhtsa.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2022 Kia Forte?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 106.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte has a length of 182.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte has a width of 70.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2022 Kia Forte have?A: The 2022 Kia Forte has 38.80 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2022 Kia Forte have?A: The 2022 Kia Forte has legroom of 42.20 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte was a Sedan.Q: What tires did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The 2022 Kia Forte had P195/65R15 tires.Q: What type of wheels did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The 2022 Kia Forte had 6.0J × 15 Steel wheels.Q: How many vehicles did Kia produce in 2022? A: Kia produced 693,549 automobiles in 2022.Q: What engine did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The engine powering the 2022 Kia Forte was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1600 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 201 HP (147.936 KW) and 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM). Q: What transmissions did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The 2022 Kia Forte had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 7 speed Automatic DCT, CVT i-CVT.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte has a wheelbase size of 106.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte has a length of 182.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte has a width of 70.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2022 Kia Forte have?A: The 2022 Kia Forte has 38.80 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2022 Kia Forte have?A: The 2022 Kia Forte has legroom of 42.20 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2022 Kia Forte? A: The 2022 Kia Forte was a Sedan.Q: What tires did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The 2022 Kia Forte had P195/65R15 tires.Q: What type of wheels did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The 2022 Kia Forte had 6.0J × 15 Steel wheels.Q: How many vehicles did Kia produce in 2022? A: Kia produced 693,549 automobiles in 2022.Q: What engine did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The engine powering the 2022 Kia Forte was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1600 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 201 HP (147.936 KW) and 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM). Q: What transmissions did the 2022 Kia Forte have? A: The 2022 Kia Forte had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 7 speed Automatic DCT, CVT i-CVT.Similarly Sized Vehicles
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