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2017 Kia Forte Koup

The 2017 Kia Forte Koup is a midsize car, rated at 32 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2017 Kia Forte Koup
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Combined MPG
32
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
—
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeKia
ModelForte Koup
Model year2017
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG29
Highway MPG38
Combined MPG32
CO₂ tailpipe301 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$1950

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Forte28 MPG combined
Forte32 MPG combined
Forte28 MPG combined
Forte Koup27 MPG combined
Forte Koup28 MPG combined
Forte Koup26 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City29 MPG
Highway38 MPG
Combined32 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Forte Koup32 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 13% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$493/mo

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Amount financed
$25,200
Total interest
$4,384
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5-year fuel cost
$6,281

≈ $1,256/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG32
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (1)

  • AIR BAGS22V031000 · 2022-01-25

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC226.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2017 Kia Forte Koup?

The 2017 Kia Forte Koup is EPA-rated at 32 MPG combined (29 city / 38 highway).

Is the 2017 Kia Forte Koup reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Kia Forte Koup. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Kia Forte Koup?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Kia Forte Koup costs roughly $1,256 per year to fuel, or about $6,281 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2017 Kia Forte Koup?

The 2017 Kia Forte Koup is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC