Compare 2018 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 $16,800 to $23,900, the Kia Forte faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Cruze, Dodge Dart, FIAT 500L, Ford Focus.
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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 30 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 2018 Kia Forte
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Fuel Tank: 13.2 gal
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Wheelbase: 106.3 in
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MPG: 25 city/34 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.3 in
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Engine: 2.0L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1800 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): from 171.3 x 70.1 x 56.3
2018 Kia Forte Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Kia Forte is offered in 6 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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Engine 2.0L I-4,1.6L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 164 hp @ 1931 –
201 hp @ 1930 -
Torque 151 lb-ft. @ 4,000 –
195 lb-ft. @ 1,500 -
Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7 - 8.2 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.5 - 16.5 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 179.5 in
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Width 70.1 in
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Height 56.3 in
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Wheelbase 106.3 in
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Towing capacity 1800 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.3 in
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Turning radius 17.4 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 14.9 ft
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Cargo capacity 14.9 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 13.2 gal
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City 25 mpg
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Combined 28 - 32 mpg
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Highway 30 - 37 mpg
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Highway range 396 - 488.4 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 60/60,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 179.5 in | 171.3 in | 179.5 in | 179.5 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 70.1 in | 70.1 in | 70.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 56.3 in | 57.1 in | 56.3 in | 56.3 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 173 hp | 173 hp | 173 hp | 164 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 154 lb-ft. | 154 lb-ft. | 154 lb-ft. | 151 lb-ft. |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 5.3 in | 5.5 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 35.9 in | 35.9 in | 35.9 in | 35.9 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37 in | 39 in | 37 in | 37 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 53 in | 53 in | 53 in | 53 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Exterior length | |
| 171.3 in | 171.3 in |
| Exterior body width | |
| 70.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Exterior height | |
| 57.1 in | 57.1 in |
| Horsepower | |
| 173 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | |
| 154 lb-ft. | 195 lb-ft. |
| Wheelbase | |
| 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Turning radius | |
| 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Ground clearance | |
| 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Front legroom | |
| 42.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Rear legroom | |
| 35.9 in | 35.9 in |
| Front headroom | |
| 39 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | |
| 39 in | 39 in |
| Front hip room | |
| 54 in | 54 in |
| Rear hip room | |
| 53 in | 53 in |
| Front shoulder room | |
| 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |
| 55 in | 55 in |
| Fuel tank | |
| 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
Interior Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | manual | manual | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| urethane | urethane | urethane | urethane |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | |||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | urethane | leather | leather |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Air conditioning, front | |
| manual | manual |
| Clock | |
| in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | |
| front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |
| leather | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | |
| 2 | 2 |
| Overhead console | |
| mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |
| full | full |
| Floor mats | |
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |
| power | power |
| Rear windows | |
| power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down | |
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |
| analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |
| day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | |
| mechanical | mechanical |
| Remote trunk release | |
| mechanical | mechanical |
| Seatback storage pockets | |
| 1 | 1 |
| Steering wheel material | |
| leather | leather |
Exterior Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | integrated roof | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | front | front | – |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | liftgate | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | |||
| light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | lip | lip | lip |
| Wheels | |||
| 15 steel | 15 steel | 16 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 machined aluminum |
| Rear window wipers | |||
| fixed interval | – | – | – |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Antenna | |
| integrated roof | integrated roof |
| Body material | |
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | |
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |
| black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround |
| Fog/driving lights | |
| front | front |
| Door count | |
| 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |
| liftgate | liftgate |
| Tinted windows | |
| light | light |
| Rear window type | |
| fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |
| dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | |
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler | |
| lip | lip |
| Wheels | |
| 17 silver aluminum | 18 silver aluminum |
| Rear window wipers | |
| fixed interval | fixed interval |
Seats
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | – | – | – |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center sliding | center | center sliding |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – | – | – |
| Memory | |||
| driver | – | – | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | cloth | cloth | leather |
| Cooled front seats | |||
| driver and passenger | – | – | – |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Front seat type | |
| bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |
| 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |
| 6-way | 6-way |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |
| 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar support | |
| driver | driver |
| Front armrests | |
| center sliding | center sliding |
| Front head restraints | |
| adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory | |
| driver | driver |
| Rear seats | |
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |
| leather | leather |
| Cooled front seats | |
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Entertainment System
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | – | – |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | – | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Radio | |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| Speakers | |
| 6 | 6 |
| Navigation system | |
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen | |
| 2 | 2 |
Safety and Security Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
| Exterior light control | |||
| auto off | auto off | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Airbags, frontal | |
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |
| front | front |
| Headlights | |
| halogen | halogen |
| Exterior light control | |
| fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | |
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Mechanical Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | sport | regular |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| torsion beam | torsion beam | torsion beam | torsion beam |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | |||
| Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | – |
| Transmission | |||
| 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 4.33 | 3.07 | 3.07 | 3.07 |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Engine | |
| 2.0L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Brakes | |
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |
| front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |
| stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |
| regular | sport |
| Front suspension type | |
| strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |
| coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |
| torsion beam | torsion beam |
| Rear shocks | |
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |
| coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | |
| Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Transmission | |
| 6-spd w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |
| 3.07 | 4.47 |
| Turbocharger | |
| intercooled turbo | – |
Other Specs
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 14.9 cu.ft. | 23.2 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 14.9 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | – |
| Base engine size | |||
| 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,500 | 6,500 | 6,500 | 6,200 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,700 | 4,700 | 4,700 | 4,000 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 25 City / 34 Hwy | 25 City / 34 Hwy | 25 City / 37 Hwy | 25 City / 33 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
SX 4dr Hatchback |
| Luggage capacity | |
| 23.2 cu.ft. | 23.2 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |
| 2.0 liters | 1.6 liters |
| Base engine type | |
| I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |
| 6,500 | 6,000 |
| Torque rpm | |
| 4,700 | 1,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |
| 25 City / 34 Hwy | 25 City / 30 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |
| front | front |
| Lighting - dome light | |
| fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |
| front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |
| DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |
| 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Tires | |
| P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
