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2017 Kia Forte Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, and Photos
The 2017 Kia Forte includes a family of compact cars, with a pair of different body styles and some revised powertrains. An extroverted design, a nimble driving personality, and a value-centric feature set are common points among them, and what helps this nameplate stand out in a tightly competitive segment of the market.
This year, the entry-level LX and top-of-the-line EX trim levels are joined by an intermediate S model as well. The slow-selling Forte Koup two-door has been dropped.
Kia appears to be looking for a little more synergy between the Forte and its successful Optima mid-size sedan and Sorento and Sportage crossovers—bringing a new direct-injection engine to some of the lineup, a sportier Forte S version, and a new package of active safety features to the lineup. While it offers good value for money, it lacks strong standout features (beyond interior storage and display interface), and that lack keeps the stylish Forte from greatness.
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We give the 2017 Forte a rating of 6.5 out of 10; it rates well for its roomy interior and high fuel economy, but loses some ground on comfort and performance against rivals that are newer from the ground up. (Read more about how we rate cars this year.)
Striking shape
As Kia’s compact-car family, the Forte is offered in sedan and Forte5 (five-door hatchback) forms. It's the sedan design that gives the Forte an advantage, as it's hard to get right in this size of vehicle. With its last redesign, the Forte gained a little bit of width and length, but not height; and that works especially well in the handsome, elongated roofline and profile of the sedan. For 2017, the Forte gets a new front bumper, as well as a “tiger nose” grille that sits visually a bit lower and blends right into the headlamps, as in the larger Optima sedan. Taillights have also been redesigned and have optional LEDs
The Forte’s interior feels simpler and more straightforward than those of Kia’s larger vehicles; it’s a sporty look, with a clean layout, effective infotainment systems, displays that have a hooded array of analog gauges and just a hint of sport-sedan style.
For 2017, the 1.8-liter inline-4 is now gone from the lineup. The Forte still offers two different engines; they’re both 2.0-liter inline-4s, but that’s where the similarities end. Forte LX and S models get a 2.0-liter iron-block 4-cylinder, while EX models come with a 2.0-liter four that has an aluminum block and direct injection. The Forte gets a 6-speed automatic transmission for most of the lineup, although a 6-speed manual transmission is standard on the base LX (with the automatic optional). Fuel economy ratings are slightly better this year, but only average for the segment.
Average drivetrain
In recent drives, the front-wheel-drive Forte's drivetrain manages to remind us of some of the better 1990s-era compact cars, with its 4-cylinder engine quite rev-happy and mostly vibration-free, yet quite noisy at times. It also handles reasonably well, though it's hardly a match for sporty rivals like the Mazda 3 or Ford Focus. The suspension tunes out some pavement coarseness, but irregularities still ring into the cabin, and there’s more of a din at highway speeds than is now typical for this class.
The Forte remains a compact sedan with rather long, low roofline, and that brings some compromises to back-seat space especially. Entry and exit are definitely a little more difficult in back than it is for models with more formal rooflines, like the Jetta, but legroom is decent. One sore point in past drives—especially to our taller testers—has been the front seats that are rather skimpy on bolstering.
Although the Forte might not be quite there in ride refinement, it’s come a long way compared to the Forte models of just a few years ago in cabin trims, materials, and details. You’ll find higher-grade plastics; climate control knobs are large and feel sturdy; and in upper trims the center-console storage is covered. For 2017, the Forte gets upgraded upholsteries, special black cloth seats with contrast stitching in the Forte S.
Value for money
The 2017 Kia Forte packs in some new active-safety features, including autonomous emergency braking, rear cross traffic alert, front collision warning, lane change assist, and dynamic bending lights. The Forte has been below par in safety compared to other models in its class. Last year Kia improved the Forte's frontal impact score to four stars, and its IIHS small overlap rating up to “Marginal,” yet it remains one we wouldn’t recommend to the safety-focused.
Otherwise, the Forte remains a small sedan with an extremely robust feature set and a high feature content for the money. Even base Forte LX models have included keyless entry, air conditioning, power windows and locks, a rearview camera, steering-wheel audio controls and Bluetooth audio. The 2017 Forte EX gets newly standard heated (in front) leather seats, dual-zone climate control, rear vents, and keyless ignition.
The 2017 Kia Forte S and EX models come with a 7.0-inch touchscreen, as part of a new UVO3 system that has Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality, to access your smartphone functions through the vehicle’s interface and allow easier text-messaging and streaming-music functions.
2017 Kia Forte Specifications
2017 Kia Forte Specifications
| All Engine Electrical System Drivetrain Exterior Dimensions Interior Dimensions Chassis/Suspension Steering Brakes Wheels/Tires Curb Weight GVWR Estimated Fuel Economy | LX | S | EX |
| Type/layout | 2.0L I-4, Multi-Point Injection (MPI) | 2.0L I-4, Multi-Point Injection (MPI) | 2.0L I-4, Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Horsepower | 147 hp @ 6,200 rpm | 147 hp @ 6,200 rpm | 164 hp @ 6,200 rpm (ULEV-II) / 160 hp @ 6,200 rpm (SULEV) |
| Torque | 132 lb.-ft @ 4,500 rpm | 132 lb.-ft @ 4,500 rpm | 151 lb.-ft @ 4,000 rpm (ULEV-II) / 149 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm (SULEV) |
| Block | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Head | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Valve System | DOHC D-CVVT 16V/V | DOHC D-CVVT 16V/V | DOHC D-CVVT 16V/V |
| Displacement (cc) | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Bore x stroke (mm) | 81 x 97 | 81 x 97 | 81 x 97 |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel System | MPI (Multi Point Injection) | MPI (Multi Point Injection) | GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) |
| Required Fuel | Unleaded | Unleaded | Unleaded |
| Cooling System | Water cooled circulation, centrifugal | Water cooled circulation, centrifugal | Water cooled circulation, centrifugal |
| Emission Control System | Gasoline Unleaded Fuel LEV 3 SULEV30/ULEV70 :WCC+UCC (MPI) | Gasoline Unleaded Fuel LEV 3 SULEV30/ULEV70 :WCC+UCC (MPI) | Gasoline Unleaded Fuel LEV 3 SULEV30 : WCC+UCC (GDI) LEV2 ULEV-II : CCC (GDI) |
| Lubrication System | Mechanical gear type oil pump full flow oil filter | Mechanical gear type oil pump full flow oil filter | Mechanical gear type oil pump full flow oil filter |
| Fuel tank capacity (gal.) | 13.2 gallons | 13.2 gallons | 13.2 gallons |
| Battery (AH) | 60AH | 60AH | 68AH |
| Alternator | 90A (1st Gen MICOM) 150A (1.5 Gen MICOM) | 90A (1st Gen MICOM) 150A (1.5 Gen MICOM) | 90A |
| Starter | 1.2 KW | 1.2 KW | 1.2 KW |
| Transmission Gear Ratios: 6-speed manual transmission | - | - | - |
| First | 3.308:1 | - | - |
| Second | 1.962:1 | - | - |
| Third | 1.257:1 | - | - |
| Fourth | 0.976:1 | - | - |
| Fifth | 0.778:1 | - | - |
| Sixth | 0.633:1 | - | - |
| Reverse | 3.583:1 | - | - |
| Final gear ratio | 4.333:1 | - | - |
| Transmission Gear Ratios: 6-speed automatic transmission | - | - | - |
| First | 4.400:1 | 4.400:1 | 4.400:1 |
| Second | 2.726:1 | 2.726:1 | 2.726:1 |
| Third | 1.834:1 | 1.834:1 | 1.834:1 |
| Fourth | 1.392:1 | 1.392:1 | 1.392:1 |
| Fifth | 1.000:1 | 1.000:1 | 1.000:1 |
| Sixth | 0.774:1 | 0.774:1 | 0.774:1 |
| Reverse | 3.440:1 | 3.440:1 | 3.440:1 |
| Final gear ratio | 3.065:1 | 3.065:1 | 3.065:1 |
| Layout/drive | Front engine/FWD | Front engine/FWD | Front engine/FWD |
| Length (in.) | 179.5 in. | 179.5 in. | 179.5 in. |
| Width (in.) | 70.1 in. | 70.1 in. | 70.1 in. |
| Height (in.) | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. |
| Track, front/rear (in.) | 61.5 in. / 62.0 in. | 61.2 in. / 61.7 in. | 61.3 in. / 61.8 in. |
| Overhang, front/rear (in.) | 34.6 in. / 38.6 in. | 34.6 in. / 38.6 in. | 34.6 in. / 38.6 in. |
| Min. ground clearance (in.) | 5.3 in. | 5.3 in. | 5.3 in. |
| Approach Angle (degree) | 15.0 | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Departure Angle (degree) | 19.9 | 19.9 | 19.9 |
| Seating capacity | 5 passenger | 5 passenger | 5 passenger |
| Length (in.) | 76.0 in. | 76.0 in. | 76.0 in. |
| Width (in.) | 59.4 in. | 59.4 in. | 59.4 in. |
| Height (in.) | 47.2 in. | 47.2 in. | 47.2 in. |
| Head room | - | - | - |
| Front (in.) | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. | 39.1 in. |
| Rear (in.) | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. | 37.3 in. |
| Leg room | - | - | - |
| Front (in.) | 42.2 in. | 42.2 in. | 42.2 in. |
| Rear (in.) | 35.9 in. | 35.9 in. | 35.9 in. |
| Shoulder room | - | - | - |
| Front (in.) | 56.1 in. | 56.1 in. | 56.1 in. |
| Rear (in.) | 54.9 in. | 54.9 in. | 54.9 in. |
| Hip room | - | - | - |
| Front (in.) | 53.8 in. | 53.8 in. | 53.8 in. |
| Rear (in.) | 53.1 in. | 53.1 in. | 53.1 in. |
| Luggage capacity (SAE, cu.ft) | 96.2 cu. ft. | 96.2 cu. ft. (without sunroof) / 95.0 cu. ft. (with sunroof) | 96.2 cu. ft.(without sunroof) / 95.0 cu. ft.(with sunroof) |
| Cargo capacity (cu. ft.) | 14.9 cu. ft. | 14.9 cu. ft. | 14.9 cu. ft. |
| Front | McPherson Strut | McPherson Strut | McPherson Strut |
| Rear | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) |
| Shock Absorber Type | Monotube (Mando) | Monotube (Mando) | Monotube (Mando) |
| Construction | Unibody | Unibody | Unibody |
| Type / Power source | Rack and Pinion / Electric motor | Rack and Pinion / Electric motor | Rack and Pinion / Electric motor |
| Steering ratio | 15.7:1 | 15.7:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Turns, lock-to-lock | 2.96 | 2.96 | 2.96 |
| Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft.) | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. |
| Type front/rear | Vented disc / solid disc | Vented disc / solid disc | Vented disc / solid disc |
| Size (in.) front/rear | 11.0 in. / 10.3 in. | 11.0 in. / 10.3 in. | 11.0 in. / 10.3 in. |
| Wheel size (in.) | 6.0J×15 | 6.5J×16 | 7.0J×17 |
| Tire size | P195/65R15 | P205/55R16 | P215/45R17 |
| Spare Tire | Tire Mending Kit (TMK) | Tire Mending Kit (TMK) | Tire Mending Kit (TMK) |
| Manual transmission (min/max) | 2,811 lb./ 2,928 lb. | - | - |
| Automatic transmission (min/max) | 2,855 lb./ 2,976 lb. | 2,855 lb./ 2,976 lb. | 2,908 lb/ 3,029 lb. |
| Manual transmission (lbs.) | 3,836 | - | - |
| Automatic transmission (lbs.) | 3,880 | 3,880 | 3,902 |
| Manual transmission, city/highway/combined (mpg) | 25/ 34/ 28 | - | - |
| Automatic transmission (est) | 29/ 38/ 32 | 29/ 38/ 32 | 25/ 33/ 28 |
2017 Kia Forte Information
The Kia Forte offers a full family of compact cars, with three distinct body styles and two engines. The Forte was last redesigned for the 2014 model year.The 2017 Kia Forte sedan models feature freshened styling, and a new Forte S trim level has joined the lineup. The 2017 Kia Forte S is a modestly sportier sedan that this year fits between the entry-level Forte LX and top-end Forte EX trim levels. The 2017 Forte sedan has a redesigned front bumper cover and a new tiger nose grille lower and blending into the headlights. Taillights have been reworked, with LEDs optional. Upholstery is upgraded for 2017, also.
Two-door Forte Koup and five-door Forte hatchbacks retain the previous platform and look, though a redone hatchback should be coming soon.
Beneath LX and S sedan hoods, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, developing 147 horsepower and 132 pound-foot of torque, has edged aside the prior 1.8-liter four. EX versions get an aluminum-block 2.0-liter with direct injection, producing 164 horsepower and 151 pound-feet. A 6-speed manual gearbox is standard with LX trim. Most Fortes come with the 6-speed automatic transmission, which is optional for LX and standard otherwise.
The current design has been around for several years, but it's still a handsome vehicle, sharply detailed and topped by a dramatic roofline. Standard equipment has increased, making the Forte an even greater value. Cabin trim and materials have moved well ahead of early models.
Forte S and EX models come with a 7-inch touchscreen, as part of a new UVO3 system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality, to access smartphone functions.
Kia now offers some active-safety features as options, but a rearview camera is standard only on S and EX trim levels. Safety ratings score no better than average in crash-testing. Finally, Forte has earned an overall five-star score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Structural revisions for 2015 raised the previous crash-test score from a miserable three stars to an acceptable four-star rating. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety now ranks the Forte sedan Good, due to raising its small-overlap test score from Poor to Marginal.
Newly available safety features include autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, frontal collision warning, lane change assist, and dynamic bending lights. For the LX model, a rearview camera is part of an option group. All-disc brakes are standard. Full Review
The Kia Forte offers a full family of compact cars, with three distinct body styles and two engines. The Forte was last redesigned for the 2014 model year.The 2017 Kia Forte sedan models feature freshened styling, and a new Forte S trim level has joined the lineup. The 2017 Kia Forte S is a modestly sportier sedan that this year fits between the entry-level Forte LX and top-end Forte EX trim levels. The 2017 Forte sedan has a redesigned front bumper cover and a new tiger nose grille lower and blending into the headlights. Taillights have been reworked, with LEDs optional. Upholstery is upgraded for 2017, also.
Two-door Forte Koup and five-door Forte hatchbacks retain the previous platform and look, though a redone hatchback should be coming soon.
Beneath LX and S sedan hoods, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, developing 147 horsepower and 132 pound-foot of torque, has edged aside the prior 1.8-liter four. EX versions get an aluminum-block 2.0-liter with direct injection, producing 164 horsepower and 151 pound-feet. A 6-speed manual gearbox is standard with LX trim. Most Fortes come with the 6-speed automatic transmission, which is optional for LX and standard otherwise.
The current design has been around for several years, but it's still a handsome vehicle, sharply detailed and topped by a dramatic roofline. Standard equipment has increased, making the Forte an even greater value. Cabin trim and materials have moved well ahead of early models.
Forte S and EX models come with a 7-inch touchscreen, as part of a new UVO3 system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality, to access smartphone functions.
Kia now offers some active-safety features as options, but a rearview camera is standard only on S and EX trim levels. Safety ratings score no better than average in crash-testing. Finally, Forte has earned an overall five-star score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Structural revisions for 2015 raised the previous crash-test score from a miserable three stars to an acceptable four-star rating. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety now ranks the Forte sedan Good, due to raising its small-overlap test score from Poor to Marginal.
Newly available safety features include autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, frontal collision warning, lane change assist, and dynamic bending lights. For the LX model, a rearview camera is part of an option group. All-disc brakes are standard. Hide Full Review
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