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Compare 2014 Kia Forte specifications by trim levels

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Forte is a 5-seat Sedan from Kia, which first hit the market back in 2010.

With the price tag ranging from $15,900 to $20,900, the Kia Forte faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Cruze, Dodge Dart, FIAT 500L, Ford Focus.

Overview

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Bulb Size

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 29 to 37 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.10mm x 179.50mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2014 Kia Forte

  • Fuel Tank: 13.2 gal

  • Wheelbase: 106.3 in

  • MPG: 25 city/37 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 8 sec

  • Towing capacity: 1800 lbs

  • Curb: 2736 lbs

  • Tires: P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 14.9 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 171.3 x 70.1 x 56.5



2014 Kia Forte Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Kia Forte is offered in 4 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

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Sedan

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 148 hp @ 6500 –
      201 hp @ 6000

    • Torque 131 lb-ft. –
      195 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.2 - 8 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.2 - 16.4 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 179.5 in

    • Width 70.1 in

    • Height 56.5 in

    • Wheelbase 106.3 in

    • Curb Weight 2736 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1800 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.4 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 96

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 13.2 gal

    • City 21 - 25 mpg

    • Combined 25 - 32 mpg

    • Highway 29 - 37 mpg

    • Highway range 382.8 - 488.4 mi



Specifications

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
Exterior length
179.50 in 179.50 in 171.30 in 171.30 in
Exterior body width
70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in
Exterior height
56.50 in 56.50 in 57.10 in 57.10 in
Horsepower
148 173 173 201
Torque
131 154 154 195
Fuel economy - city
25 mpg 24 mpg 24 mpg 21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
37 mpg 36 mpg 34 mpg 29 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.00 seconds 7.60 seconds 7.50 seconds 7.20 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.40 seconds 16.00 seconds 15.80 seconds 15.20 seconds
1/4 mile speed
86 mph 89 mph 92 mph 94 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 61 mph 60 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.19/3.43 " 3.19/3.82 " 3.19/3.82 " 3.36/3.03 "
Curb weight
2736.00 lbs 2837.00 lbs 2912.00 lbs 2912.00 lbs
Wheelbase
106.30 in 106.30 in 106.30 in 106.30 in
Front track
61.50 " 61.10 " 61.20 " 60.80 "
Rear track
62.00 " 61.70 " 61.20 " 61.30 "
Turning radius
17.40 17.40 17.40 17.40
Front legroom
42.20 in 42.20 in 42.20 in 42.20 in
Rear legroom
35.90 in 35.90 in 35.90 in 35.90 in
Front headroom
39.10 in 39.10 in 39.40 in 39.40 in
Rear headroom
37.30 in 37.30 in 38.70 in 38.70 in
Front hip room
53.80 in 53.80 in 53.80 in 53.80 in
Rear hip room
53.10 in 53.10 in 53.10 in 53.10 in
Front shoulder room
56.10 in 56.10 in 56.10 in 56.10 in
Rear shoulder room
54.90 in 54.90 in 54.90 in 54.90 in
Luggage volume
14.90 cu.ft. 14.90 cu.ft. 23.20 cu.ft. 23.20 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
14.90 cu.ft. 14.90 cu.ft. – –
Passenger volume
96 cu.ft. 96 cu.ft. 98 cu.ft. 98 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
13.20 gal. 13.20 gal. 13.20 gal. 13.20 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.27 0.27 – –

Interior Features

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
1 1 1 1
Air compressor
3819 3819 – –
1-touch window up
2903 – – –

Exterior Features

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Heated door mirrors
3479 3479 – –
Front tires
P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS
Wheels
15" steel 16" machined aluminum 16" silver aluminum 18" 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 –

Seats

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
Speakers
4 6 6 6
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1 –

Safety and Security Features

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
Content theft deterrent alarm system
3286 – – –

Mechanical Features

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
Axle ratio
4.33 3.06 3.07 3.07

Other Specs

LX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Hatchback

SX 4dr Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
1800 lbs. 1800 lbs. 1800 lbs. 1800 lbs.