Kia Forte 2023
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2023 Kia Forte, manufacturered by Hyundai-kia America Technical Center Inc (hatci).
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Midsize Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kia | KNA KNA 3KP KNA 3KP KNA | Regular |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 22 - 30 MPG | 31 - 41 MPG | 261 - 348 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - Forte 5 - Forte Fe -
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 2023 Kia Forte?
- The 2023 Kia Forte has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 22 - 30 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 31 - 41 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 2023 Kia Forte?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 2023 Kia Forte can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 2023 Kia Forte?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2023 Kia Forte is $2100.
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Where is the 2023 Kia Forte produced?
- The 2023 Kia Forte is produced in Superior Township Michigan, Mexico.
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Are there recalls for the 2023 Kia Forte?
- There are 2 recall(s) for the 2023 Kia Forte, additional information is below.
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Does the 2023 Kia Forte work with Apple Carplay?
- The Forte does support Apple Carplay.
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How much horsepower does the 2023 Kia Forte have?
- The 2023 Kia Forte has 147 horsepower.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
- 1.6L 4 cylinder 7-speed automated manual
- 2L 4 cylinder continuously variable
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 258430 [USA]: Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 246059 [USA]: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Manual 6-spd Front-Wheel Drive Forte
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.6 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details SIDI Transmission Manual 6-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 11.4427 City mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1, 22.323 Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1 348 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1, 25.5715 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.6 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 18 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details SIDI EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available) 5 Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2100 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline EPA ghg score (-1 = not available) 5 Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 31 Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1, 31.1035 Vehicle record id 45349 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 15 Model name (carline) Forte Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 96 Transmission Manual 6-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 28.4996 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 44.7 EPA vehicle size class Midsize Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -750 If t, this vehicle is turbocharged T 3-character manufacturer code KMX Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Thu Jun 02 00:00:00 EDT 2022 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Apr 11 00:00:00 EDT 2023 Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles) N Automatic (AM-S7) Front-Wheel Drive Forte
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.6 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details SIDI Transmission Automatic (AM-S7) You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 9.917 City mpg for fuel type 1, 27 Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1, 27.0633 Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1 296 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 30 Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1, 30.3006 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.6 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 19 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details SIDI EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available) 6 Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 1800 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline EPA ghg score (-1 = not available) 6 Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 35 Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1, 35.4891 Vehicle record id 45350 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 15 Model name (carline) Forte Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 96 Transmission Automatic (AM-S7) Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 34.2 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 49.3 EPA vehicle size class Midsize Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 750 If t, this vehicle is turbocharged T 3-character manufacturer code KMX Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Thu Jun 02 00:00:00 EDT 2022 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Apr 11 00:00:00 EDT 2023 Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles) N Automatic (variable gear ratios) Front-Wheel Drive Forte
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios) You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 1250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 9.29719 City mpg for fuel type 1, 28 Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1, 28.3675 Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1 277 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 32 Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1, 32.3186 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 21 EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available) 6 Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 1700 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline EPA ghg score (-1 = not available) 6 Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 39 Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1, 38.9491 Vehicle record id 45352 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 15 Model name (carline) Forte Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 96 Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios) Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 37.2297 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 57.5754 EPA vehicle size class Midsize Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 1250 3-character manufacturer code KMX Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Thu Jun 02 00:00:00 EDT 2022 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Apr 11 00:00:00 EDT 2023 Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles) N Automatic (variable gear ratios) Front-Wheel Drive Forte Fe
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios) You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 1750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 8.75029 City mpg for fuel type 1, 30 Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1, 30.1512 Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1 261 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 34 Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1, 34.3242 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 20 EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available) 7 Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 1600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline EPA ghg score (-1 = not available) 7 Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 41 Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1, 41.3127 Vehicle record id 45351 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 15 Model name (carline) Forte Fe Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 96 Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios) Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 39.9 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 61.6 EPA vehicle size class Midsize Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 1750 3-character manufacturer code KMX Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Thu Jun 02 00:00:00 EDT 2022 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Wed May 10 00:00:00 EDT 2023 Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles) N
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- TSB_ELE338 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: service action: display audio 2.0/avn5w software update (sa569) - this bulletin provides information to update the software on display audio 2.0 (d2v) and 5th generation avn wide (avn5w) head units on certain 202
- TSB_GEN099_R1 - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: service action: tire mobility kit inspection & replacement/repair (sa556) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in
- TSB_ELE303_R2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: avn 5.0 wide non-responsive radio icon (am, fm, sxm) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
- TSB_GEN099 - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: service action: tire mobility kit inspection & replacement/repair (sa556) - this bulletin provides information to inspect, and if necessary, replace the tire mobility kit (tmk) sealant can or sealant can cap on c
- TSB_CHA121 - STRUCTURE: Technical service bulletin: front strut bearing & spring pad replacement - this bulletin provides information to replace the front strut bearing and upper spring pad on both front (lh and rh) strut assemblies on certain 2019-2024my forte (b
- TSB_BOD212_R1 - STRUCTURE: Technical service bulletin: partial seat track replacement for inoperative front seat - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.
- TSB_CLI053_R1 - VISIBILITY: Technical service bulletin: hvac blower motor connector replacement - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin pr
- TSB_ELE314 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: uneven/slippery road warning displayed on instrument cluster - this bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th generation avn wide on certain 2020-2023my kia vehicles (refer to model list on page
- TSB_ELE312 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: service action: voice recognition database unmatched software update (sa545) - this bulletin provides information to update the navigation and map software on certain 2023my forte (bdm) vehicles equipped with 5th
- TSB_ELE303_R1 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: This bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th generation avn wide on certain 2020-2024my kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 3) to remedy a 'non-responsive' or 'inoperative' radio (fm, am, sxm, etc. ) concern. The a
- TSB_ELE303 - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: avn 5.0 wide non-responsive radio icon (am, fm, sxm) - this bulletin provides information to update the software on 5th generation avn wide on certain 2020-2023my kia vehicles to remedy a 'non-responsive'
- TSB_ELE209_R4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: service reminder setting reset procedure - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin pr
- TSB_CLI053 - VISIBILITY: Technical service bulletin: hvac blower motor connector replacement - this bulletin provides information to replace the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) blower motor connector on some 2019-2023my forte (bdm) vehicles produc
- TSB_ENG243 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: loose crankshaft pulley partial repair - this bulletin provides information regarding a loose crankshaft pulley condition on certain 2020-2023my forte (bdm) vehicles equipped with a 1.6l t-gdi and 6-speed manual
- TSB_BOD314 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK: Technical service bulletin: overhead console sunglass door-latch repair - this bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023my model vehicles listed in the table below,
- TSB_ENG239_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: data collection: extract california emissions data from ecu (dc23) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the mar
- TSB_ELE272_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: service action: cluster logic improvement for adas alert volume change (sa517) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba
- TSB_ELE272 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: Technical service bulletin: service action: cluster logic improvement for adas alert volume change (sa517) - this bulletin provides the procedure to update the software logic of the cluster (clu) system on some 2023my vehicles to allow the
- TSB_TRA046_R3 - POWER TRAIN: Technical service bulletin: transmission fluid application guide - this bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each kia model. A flush is required only when a transmis
- TSB_CLI048_R1 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: partial repair: compressor field coil assembly inspection and replacement - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in
- TSB_ENG241 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: oil life management system (olms) and maintenance reminder feature - this bulletin provides information regarding the new oil life management system (olms) maintenance reminder setting feature available on some 2
- TSB_ENG219_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: maintenance reminder feature - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides inform
- TSB_ELE209_R3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: service reminder setting reset procedure - this bulletin provides the procedure to turn off the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster. The
- PS672_R1 - SEATS: Pitstop: rear occupant alert (roa) w/rear door logic - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This pitstop provides informatio
- TSB_ENG239 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: data collection: extract california emissions data from ecu (dc23) - this bulletin provides information related to extracting in use performance tracking emissions data from the engine control unit (ecu) of certa
NHTSA decoded information from VIN
1 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| ABS | Standard |
| Air Bag Loc Curtain | 1st and 2nd Rows |
| Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Air Bag Loc Side | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Auto Reverse System | Standard |
| Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
| CAN_AACN | Standard |
| CIB | Standard |
| Daytime Running Light | Standard |
| DisplacementCC | 2000.0 |
| DisplacementCI | 122.04748818946 |
| DisplacementL | 2.0 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Dynamic Brake Support | Standard |
| ESC | Standard |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| EngineHP | 147 |
| EngineKW | 109.6179 |
| Engine Model | MPI Nu |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Fuel Injection Type | Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| Keyless Ignition | Standard |
| Lane Centering Assistance | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Lane Keep System | Standard |
| Make | KIA |
| MakeID | 499 |
| Manufacturer | KIA MEXICO S.A. DE C.V. |
| Manufacturer Id | 21364 |
| Model | Forte |
| ModelID | 2462 |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| NCSA Body Type | 4-door sedan, hardtop |
| NCSA Make | KIA |
| NCSA Model | Forte |
| Other Restraint System Info | Seat Belt: All Positions |
| Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking | Standard |
| Plant Company Name | Kia Motors Mexico S.A. De C.V. (KMM) |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Rear Visibility System | Standard |
| Seat Belts All | Manual |
| Seat Rows | 2 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching | Standard |
| Series | LX, LXS |
| TPMS | Direct |
| Traction Control | Standard |
| Transmission Speeds | 1 |
| Transmission Style | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
| VIN | 3KPF24AD0PE604808 |
| Vehicle Descriptor | 3KPF24AD*PE |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Vehicle Documentation
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User Manual Owner's Manual Borchure
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Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3KPF54AD8PE650295 | 2023 | Forte | , MEXICO |
| 3KPF44AC4PE660316 | 2023 | Forte | , MEXICO |
| 3KPF24ADXPE646029 | 2023 | Forte | , MEXICO |
| 3KPF24AD0PE604808 | 2023 | Forte | , MEXICO |
| 3KPF24AD2PE617995 | 2023 | Forte | , MEXICO |
| 3KPF44AC9PE676060 | 2023 | Forte | , MEXICO |