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Free Kia Cerato/Forte VIN Decoder

Decode your Kia Cerato/Forte VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 3 variants (2013+). No registration.

2013+ 3 variants Sedan Petrol

Kia Cerato/Forte specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Cerato/Forte variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L MPI 6AT FWD (175 HP) 2013 Petrol 2.0 L 173 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
1.8L MPI 6AT FWD (150 HP) 2013 Petrol 1.8 L 148 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
1.8L MPI 6MT FWD (150 HP) 2013 Petrol 1.8 L 148 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Kia Cerato/Forte VIN FAQ

What does a Kia Cerato/Forte VIN tell you?+
A Kia Cerato/Forte VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Kia Cerato/Forte?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Kia Cerato/Forte made?+
Our database covers the Kia Cerato/Forte for model years 2013+, across 3 variants.
Is the Kia Cerato/Forte VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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