Compare 2012 Kia Forte specifications by trim levels
Forte is a 5-seat Sedan from Kia, which first hit the market back in 2010.
With the price tag ranging from $15,200 to $19,600, the Kia Forte faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Cruze, Dodge Dart, FIAT 500L.
The Kia Forte has a maximum towing capacity of 1800 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Kia Forte boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 32 to 36 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 69.90mm x 178.30mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2012 Kia Forte
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Fuel Tank: 13.7 gal
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Wheelbase: 104.3 in
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MPG: 25 city/34 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.6 sec
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Towing capacity: 1800 lbs
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Curb: 2729 lbs
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Tires: P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 14.7 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): from 170.9 x 69.9 x 57.5
2012 Kia Forte Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Kia Forte is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Kia Forte safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Kia Forte specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 156 hp @ 6200 –
173 hp @ 6000 -
Torque 144 lb-ft. –
168 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.4 - 8.4 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.9 - 16.6 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 178.3 in
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Width 69.9 in
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Height 57.5 in
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Wheelbase 104.3 in
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Curb Weight 2729 lbs
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Towing capacity 1800 lbs
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Turning radius 16.9 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 97
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 13.7 gal
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City 23 - 26 mpg
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Combined 28 - 32 mpg
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Highway 32 - 36 mpg
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Highway range 438.4 - 493.2 mi
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Specifications 
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
| Exterior length | |||
| 178.30 in | 178.30 in | 178.30 in | 170.90 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 69.90 in | 69.90 in | 69.90 in | 69.90 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 57.50 in | 57.50 in | 57.50 in | 57.50 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 156 | 156 | 173 | 156 |
| Torque | |||
| 144 | 144 | 168 | 144 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 25 mpg | 26 mpg | 23 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 34 mpg | 36 mpg | 32 mpg | 36 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 7.60 seconds | 8.30 seconds | 7.40 seconds | 8.40 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 16.10 seconds | 16.50 seconds | 15.90 seconds | 16.60 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 88 mph | 85 mph | 89 mph | 84 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.80 | 0.80 | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 60 mph | 60 mph | 62 mph | 61 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.39/3.39 " | 3.39/3.39 " | 3.46/3.82 " | 3.39/3.39 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2729.00 lbs | 2791.00 lbs | 2849.00 lbs | 2840.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 104.30 in | 104.30 in | 104.30 in | 104.30 in |
| Front track | |||
| 61.30 " | 61.30 " | 61.30 " | 61.30 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 61.60 " | 61.60 " | 61.60 " | 61.60 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 16.90 | 16.90 | 17.70 | 16.90 |
| Front legroom | |||
| 43.30 in | 43.30 in | 43.30 in | 43.30 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 35.00 in | 35.00 in | 35.00 in | 35.00 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40.00 in | 40.00 in | 40.00 in | 40.00 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37.60 in | 37.60 in | 37.60 in | 38.40 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 53.00 in | 53.00 in | 53.00 in | 53.00 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 53.30 in | 53.30 in | 53.30 in | 53.30 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 55.70 in | 55.70 in | 55.70 in | 55.70 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 54.70 in | 54.70 in | 54.70 in | 54.70 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 14.70 cu.ft. | 14.70 cu.ft. | 14.70 cu.ft. | 19.40 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 14.70 cu.ft. | 14.70 cu.ft. | 14.70 cu.ft. | 53.10 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 97 cu.ft. | 97 cu.ft. | 97 cu.ft. | 98 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 13.70 gal. | 13.70 gal. | 13.70 gal. | 13.70 gal. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.29 | 0.29 | 0.29 | 0.32 |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Exterior length |
| 170.90 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 69.90 in |
| Exterior height |
| 57.50 in |
| Horsepower |
| 173 |
| Torque |
| 168 |
| Fuel economy - city |
| 23 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway |
| 32 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
| 7.70 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
| 16.10 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
| 87 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
| 0.90 |
| Slalom speed |
| 62 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
| 3.46/3.82 " |
| Curb weight |
| 2944.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 104.30 in |
| Front track |
| 61.30 " |
| Rear track |
| 61.60 " |
| Turning radius |
| 17.70 |
| Front legroom |
| 43.30 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 35.00 in |
| Front headroom |
| 40.00 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 38.40 in |
| Front hip room |
| 53.00 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 53.30 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 55.70 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 54.70 in |
| Luggage volume |
| 19.40 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) |
| 53.10 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume |
| 98 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank |
| 13.70 gal. |
| Drag coefficient |
| 0.32 |
Interior Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | – |
| Service interval warning | |||
| 2925 | – | – | – |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Air conditioning, front |
| 2825 |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 2 |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 1 |
Exterior Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Front tires | |||
| P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 15" steel | 15" steel | 17" silver aluminum | 16" silver aluminum |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Antenna |
| 3394 |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Sunroof |
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Front tires |
| P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels |
| 17" silver aluminum |
Seats
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Heated front seats | |||
| 3030 | – | – | – |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Front seat type |
| 2989 |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
Entertainment System
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | – |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Radio |
| 3143 |
| Speakers |
| 6 |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 1 |
Safety and Security Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Airbags, frontal |
| 3214 |
Mechanical Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 4.33 | 2.89 | 2.96 | 2.89 |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Engine |
| 4757 |
| Axle ratio |
| 2.89 |
Other Specs
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 1800 lbs. | 1800 lbs. | 1800 lbs. | 1800 lbs. |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6000 |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 1800 lbs. |
