2022 Kia Forte
The 2022 Kia Forte is a midsize car, rated at 35 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 35
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $20,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | Forte |
| Model year | 2022 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 31 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 41 |
| Combined MPG | 35 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 256 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1800 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Forte | 30 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Forte | 33 MPG combined |
| Forte | 26 MPG combined |
| Forte FE | 35 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 31 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 41 MPG |
| Combined | 35 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 5% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $18,000
- Total interest
- $3,131
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≈ $1,149/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (1)
- STEERING:COLUMN22V304000 · 2022-05-05
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2022 Kia Forte?
The 2022 Kia Forte is EPA-rated at 35 MPG combined (31 city / 41 highway).
Is the 2022 Kia Forte reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Kia Forte. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2022 Kia Forte?
The 2022 Kia Forte earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2022 Kia Forte?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2022 Kia Forte costs roughly $1,149 per year to fuel, or about $5,743 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2022 Kia Forte?
The 2022 Kia Forte 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