2016 Kia Forte for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 7.8 to 9.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 7.8 to 9.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2016 Kia Forte for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2016 Kia Forte specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.3 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.3 L/100 km | 6.5 L/100 km | 7.0 L/100 km | 7.2 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 183 g/km | 188 g/km | 196.3 g/km | 201 g/km | 224.5 g/km | 226.5 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.09 | $12.56 | $13.02 | $13.33 | $15.04 | $15.19 |
2016 Kia Forte: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 37 | 36 | 34 | 33 | 29 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 30 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 36 | 35 | 34 | 32 | 30 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 651 L (23 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 651 L (23 cu ft) | 651 L (23 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,250 | US$2,300 | US$2,400 | US$2,500 | US$2,750 | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,418 | $2,512 | $2,604 | $2,666 | $3,008 | $3,038 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2016 Kia Forte
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 138 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (68), electrical system (22) and power train (16). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V622000 | 2021-08-09 | latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2016 Kia Forte: before you buy
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2016 Kia Forte for sale by us right now. Before you buy the 2016 Kia Forte, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Before you sign for the Forte
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 138 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, electrical system and power train; have those parts checked.
Under the hood
The 1.8L 4-cylinder does the work, through a 6-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
A combined rating of 7.8 L/100 km works out to about 23 litres per 300 km. That works out to about $12.09 per 100 km at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,250 a year for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
What the Forte is like
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Luggage space is 396 litres, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If the Forte is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
Narrowing it down
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $120.90 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,250 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Your move
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2016 Kia Forte from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 Kia Forte for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 Kia Forte
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 Kia Forte?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2016 Kia Forte before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2016 Kia Forte have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 Kia Forte cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,250 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2418.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.