Car financing: Kia Forte
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 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.
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We do not have a 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.
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.
Every Kia Forte year
| Year | Combined use | Powertrains | Canadian trims |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.9 to 9.2 L/100 km | 4 (regular gas) | LX, EX, EX+, GT-Line, GT |
| 2023 | 6.9 to 9.2 L/100 km | 4 (regular gas) | LX, EX, EX+, EX Premium, GT-Line, GT |
| 2022 | 6.8 to 9.2 L/100 km | 4 (regular gas) | LX, EX, EX+, EX Premium, GT-Line, GT |
| 2021 | 6.8 to 8.5 L/100 km | 5 (regular gas) | LX, EX, EX+, EX Premium, GT-Line, GT |
| 2020 | 6.8 to 8.5 L/100 km | 5 (regular gas) | LX, EX, EX+, EX Premium, GT-Line, GT |
| 2019 | 6.8 to 7.6 L/100 km | 3 (regular gas) | LX, EX, EX+, EX Premium, GT-Line, GT |
| 2018 | 7.4 to 9.3 L/100 km | 6 (regular gas) | |
| 2017 | 7.3 to 9.3 L/100 km | 9 (regular gas) | |
| 2016 | 7.8 to 9.9 L/100 km | 10 (regular gas) | |
| 2015 | 7.8 to 9.9 L/100 km | 10 (regular gas) | |
| 2014 | 8.1 to 9.9 L/100 km | 13 (regular gas) | |
| 2013 | 7.8 to 9.2 L/100 km | 9 (regular gas) | |
| 2012 | 7.8 to 9.2 L/100 km | 9 (regular gas) | |
| 2011 | 7.8 to 9.2 L/100 km | 9 (regular gas) | |
| 2010 | 7.8 to 9.0 L/100 km | 5 (regular gas) |
Recalls and complaints by year
| Year | Recall campaigns | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 26 |
| 2023 | 3 | 65 |
| 2022 | 1 | 28 |
| 2021 | 2 | 69 |
| 2020 | 0 | 78 |
| 2019 | 2 | 149 |
| 2018 | 3 | 136 |
| 2017 | 3 | 305 |
| 2016 | 1 | 138 |
| 2015 | 1 | 260 |
| 2014 | 3 | 445 |
| 2013 | 5 | 211 |
| 2012 | 4 | 306 |
| 2011 | 3 | 162 |
| 2010 | 3 | 232 |
Source: NHTSA (US) recalls and owner complaints by model year. A recall in the US often has a Canadian twin from Transport Canada.
Thinking of buying the Kia Forte?
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no Kia Forte for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is what to know about the Kia Forte before buying one.
Before you sign for the Forte
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the figures tell you
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
Space, size and seats
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives.
Who it is for
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Drive it on your own roads
If the Forte is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent the Forte first, and buy only if it fits your life. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Year and trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Over to you
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
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 Kia Forte from us first.
Ask us about the Kia Forte
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a Kia Forte for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the Kia Forte
Does CarmaCars sell the 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 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.
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.