Auto loans: 2021 Kia Forte GT in Mapleton
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 7.1 to 8.5 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 7.1 to 8.5 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2021 Kia Forte GT 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
The 2021 Kia Forte GT in Mapleton
Mapleton, Grand Traverse County. Delivery to Mapleton starts at $0, for 512.1 km from our location (straight line). Mapleton is 512.1 km from our location in a straight line. Collecting the car yourself is free.
The 2021 Kia Forte GT near Mapleton
2021 Kia Forte GT specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 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 |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 8.0 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 5.9 L/100 km | 6.4 L/100 km | 6.6 L/100 km | 7.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 168 g/km | 180 g/km | 184 g/km | 203 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $11.01 | $11.78 | $12.09 | $13.18 |
2021 Kia Forte GT: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 29 | 27 | 27 | 25 |
| MPG highway (US) | 40 | 37 | 35 | 32 |
| MPG combined (US) | 33 | 31 | 30 | 28 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 40 | 37 | 36 | 34 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,050 | US$2,150 | US$2,250 | US$2,400 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,202 | $2,356 | $2,418 | $2,636 |
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 2021 Kia Forte GT
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 69 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (22), unknown or other (18) and electrical system (9). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V304000 | 2022-05-05 | steering:column | 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. |
| 21V164000 | 2021-03-11 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2021 Kia Forte GT: before you buy
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2021 Kia Forte GT for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before buying the 2021 Kia Forte GT, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
A buyer's checks
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Owners filed 69 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, unknown or other and electrical system; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
Engine and fuel
It is powered by the 2.0L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
A combined rating of 7.1 L/100 km works out to about 21 litres per 300 km. For 1,000 km, budget about $110.10 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Room inside
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Its 425 litre trunk is enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Try before you buy
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the Forte for a week and see how it fits your life. Try the Forte on your commute, then decide.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $11.01 in fuel. The EPA estimates US$2,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $110.10 at our price setting.
Picking a year and a trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Compare the GT with the other trims of the same year before you decide. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
A note on Mapleton
Mapleton is about 512 km from Toronto, outside our delivery area. We rent from Toronto only. If your trip to Mapleton starts in the Toronto area, rent the car here.
Still deciding?
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
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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 2021 Kia Forte GT from us first.
Ask us about the 2021 Kia Forte GT
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2021 Kia Forte GT for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2021 Kia Forte GT
Can the 2021 Kia Forte GT be delivered in Mapleton?
Delivery to Mapleton starts at $0, for 512.1 km from our location (straight line). You can also collect it from us for free.
How far is Mapleton from CarmaCars?
512.1 km from our location in a straight line; the delivery price counts the distance.
Does CarmaCars sell the 2021 Kia Forte GT?
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 2021 Kia Forte GT 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 2021 Kia Forte GT have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2021 Kia Forte GT cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2202.00.
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.