Compare 2021 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 $17,890 to $23,290, the Kia Forte faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Cruze, Dodge Dart, FIAT 500L, Ford Focus.
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 40 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.90mm x 182.70mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2021 Kia Forte
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Fuel Tank: 14 gal
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Wheelbase: 106.3 in
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MPG: 27 city/37 hwy
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0-60 mph: 9.5 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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Curb: 2707 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 182.7 x 70.9 x 56.5
2021 Kia Forte Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Kia Forte is offered in 7 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 147 hp @ 1931 –
201 hp @ 1930 -
Torque 132 lb-ft. @ 4,500 –
195 lb-ft. @ 1,500 -
Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 9.5 sec
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1/4 mile time 16.2 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 182.7 in
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Width 70.9 in
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Height 56.5 in
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Wheelbase 106.3 in
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Curb Weight 2707 lbs
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GVWR 3638 lbs
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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 15.3 ft
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Cargo capacity 15.3 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14 gal
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City 25 - 29 mpg
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Combined 29 - 35 mpg
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Highway 32 - 40 mpg
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Highway range 448 - 560 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 60/60,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 182.7 in | 182.7 in | 182.7 in | 182.7 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 70.9 in | 70.9 in | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 132 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2707 lbs | 2707 lbs | 2908 lbs | 2908 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 3638 lbs | 3638 lbs | 3792 lbs | 3792 lbs |
| 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 | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 53 in | 53 in | 53 in | 53 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 51 in | 51 in | 51 in | 51 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 | |||
| 14.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | ||
| 182.7 in | 182.7 in | 182.7 in |
| Exterior body width | ||
| 70.9 in | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Exterior height | ||
| 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
| Horsepower | ||
| 201 hp | 201 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | ||
| 195 lb-ft. | 195 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | ||
| 2989 lbs | 2989 lbs | 2908 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
| 3880 lbs | 3880 lbs | 3792 lbs |
| Wheelbase | ||
| 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Turning radius | ||
| 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Ground clearance | ||
| 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Front legroom | ||
| 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 42.2 in |
| Rear legroom | ||
| 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in |
| Front headroom | ||
| 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | ||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Front hip room | ||
| 53 in | 53 in | 53 in |
| Rear hip room | ||
| 51 in | 51 in | 51 in |
| Front shoulder room | ||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | ||
| 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
| Fuel tank | ||
| 14.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
Interior Features
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | manual | manual | manual |
| 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 | leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 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 | – | – | – |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | |||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | – | – | – |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | ||
| manual | manual | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | ||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | ||
| urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet | ||
| 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Overhead console | ||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | ||
| full | full | full |
| Floor mats | ||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| Rear windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | ||
| driver | driver | driver |
| 1-touch window down | ||
| driver | driver | driver |
| Instrumentation | ||
| analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | ||
| day-night | day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | ||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Remote trunk release | ||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Seatback storage pockets | ||
| 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering wheel material | ||
| leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
| Auxiliary visors | ||
| dual | dual | dual |
Exterior Features
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | 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 |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | – | – | – |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | trunk | 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 | – | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | – | – | – |
| Wheels | |||
| 15 steel | 15 steel | 16 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Bodyside insert | |||
| black | – | – | – |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | ||
| window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | ||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | ||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | ||
| black | black | black w/chrome surround |
| Fog/driving lights | ||
| front | front | front |
| Door count | ||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | ||
| trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | ||
| light | light | light |
| Rear window type | ||
| fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | ||
| 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 | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler | ||
| lip | lip | – |
| Wheels | ||
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | ||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
| Bodyside insert | ||
| black | black | – |
Seats
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 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 | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Rear seats | |||
| bench | bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | cloth | cloth | cloth/leather |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | ||
| bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | ||
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | ||
| 6-way | 6-way | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | ||
| 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar support | ||
| driver | – | – |
| Front armrests | ||
| center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | ||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | ||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – | – |
| Rear seats | ||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | ||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | ||
| cloth/leather | cloth/leather | SOFINO leatherette |
| Cooled front seats | ||
| driver and passenger | – | – |
Entertainment System
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 320W | – | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | ||
| SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| Speakers | ||
| 8 Harman/Kardon | 8 Harman/Kardon | 8 Harman/Kardon |
| Amplifier | ||
| 320W | 320W | 320W |
| 1st row LCD screen | ||
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
Safety and Security Features
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 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 | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | 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 |
| Lane departure warning | |||
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure Warning (LDW) |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
| UVO eServices | – | – | – |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | ||
| 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 |
| Airbags, side curtain | ||
| 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 |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | ||
| front | front | front |
| Headlights | ||
| LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam | halogen |
| Exterior light control | ||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | ||
| 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 |
| Parking assist | ||
| Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R) | Parking Distance Warning - Reverse (PDW-R) | – |
| Lane departure warning | ||
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure Warning (LDW) |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | ||
| UVO eServices | UVO eServices | – |
Mechanical Features
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 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 | regular | 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 | – | – |
| Transmission | |||
| 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 2-spd CVT w/OD | 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 4.33 | 4.33 | 4.89 | 4.89 |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | ||
| 1.6L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Brakes | ||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | ||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | ||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | ||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | ||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | ||
| sport | sport | regular |
| Front suspension type | ||
| strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | ||
| multi-link | multi-link | torsion beam |
| Rear shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | ||
| Sportmatic | – | – |
| Transmission | ||
| 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | ||
| 4.33 | 4.33 | 4.89 |
| Turbocharger | ||
| intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | – |
Other Specs
FE 4dr Sedan |
FE 4dr Sedan |
LXS 4dr Sedan |
GT-Line 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 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 | |||
| 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,500 | 4,500 | 4,500 | 4,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 27 City / 37 Hwy | 27 City / 37 Hwy | 29 City / 40 Hwy | 29 City / 40 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front | front and rear | 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 | P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
GT 4dr Sedan |
GT 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | ||
| 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | ||
| 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | ||
| 1.6 liters | 1.6 liters | 2.0 liters |
| Base engine type | ||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | ||
| 6,000 | 6,000 | 6,200 |
| Torque rpm | ||
| 1,500 | 1,500 | 4,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates | ||
| 25 City / 32 Hwy | 25 City / 32 Hwy | 29 City / 40 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front |
| Lighting - dome light | ||
| fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | ||
| front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | ||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | ||
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Tires | ||
| P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | ||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
