What is the Kia Forte?
The Forte is Kia’s compact passenger car, sold in North America as a practical sedan for everyday driving. It has a conventional four-door layout and a separate boot. In Kia’s range, it filled the compact-car role alongside the brand’s SUVs and other models.
In the United States and Canada, the Forte name spans three generations. Related Kia compact cars have used the Cerato name in some other markets.
Forte generations and engines
The first generation, code TD, ran from 2010 to 2013. The second generation, YD, followed from 2014 to 2018, and the third generation, BD, ran from 2019 to 2024. Across those generations, US and Canadian engine sizes ranged from 1.6 to 2.4 litres. All listed versions use petrol.
The three generations trace the Forte’s evolution from the TD to the YD and then the BD. The Forte remained a compact sedan through each generation.
How economical is the Kia Forte?
The lowest listed US figure is 6.7 L/100 km under the EPA test, alongside a combined rating of 35 MPG. Canada’s lowest listed figure is 6.9 L/100 km under NRCan’s 5-cycle procedure. The methods differ, so these ratings are best understood within their respective markets.
US figures span 2010–2024 and include 59 versions. Canadian figures cover the same years and include 71 versions.
Where was the Forte sold?
The Forte was sold in the United States and Canada across three generations.
Questions and answers
How many Kia Forte generations were there?
Three: TD (2010–2013), YD (2014–2018) and BD (2019–2024).
What engines did the Forte use?
North American versions had petrol engines from 1.6 to 2.4 litres.
What is the lowest official Forte fuel consumption figure?
The US EPA low is 6.7 L/100 km, or 35 MPG combined. Canada’s NRCan 5-cycle low is 6.9 L/100 km.
Was the Forte sold in Europe?
The Forte name was used in the United States and Canada; related Kia compact cars used the Cerato name in some other markets.
