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Look up available Kia Forte vehicle details and compare engine, transmission and body variants. The results depend on the VIN and market; the catalog does not confirm a car’s exact factory equipment. 18 listed variants. Free, no registration.

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2009–? 18 variants Sedan Petrol
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Model-family illustration. Body style and generation may differ. Photo: Wikimedia Commons, via Wikimedia Commons

Kia Forte specs by variant

All 18 listed variants, grouped by fuel and gearbox. Open a group and compare the listed years, engine, power and emissions. On a small screen, scroll the table sideways.

Petrol · DCT 2 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
GT 1.6L GDI 7AT (201 HP) 2021–? Petrol 1.6 L 198 bhp DCT 7sp FWD —
2.0L 7AT (147 HP) 2021–? Petrol 2.0 L 145 bhp DCT 7sp FWD —
Petrol · MANUAL 8 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L 6MT (147 HP) 2021–? Petrol 2.0 L 145 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
1.6L GDI 7AT FWD (201 HP) 2018–2021 Petrol 1.6 L 198 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
2.0L 6MT FWD (147 HP) 2018–2021 Petrol 2.0 L 147 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
2.0 6MT (147 HP) 2016–2018 Petrol 2.0 L 147 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
1.8L 6MT (145 HP) 2014–? Petrol 1.8 L 145 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
2.4L DOHC 6MT (173 HP) 2009–2013 Petrol 2.4 L 173 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
2.0L DOHC 5MT (154 HP) 2009–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 154 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
2.0L DOHC 6MT (154 HP) 2009–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 154 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
Petrol · CVT 1 variant
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L CVT FWD (147 HP) 2018–2021 Petrol 2.0 L 147 bhp CVT FWD —
Petrol · AUTOMATIC 7 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0 6AT (164 HP) 2016–2018 Petrol 2.0 L 164 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.0 6AT (147 HP) 2016–2018 Petrol 2.0 L 147 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.0L 6AT (173 HP) 2014–? Petrol 2.0 L 173 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
1.8L 6AT (145 HP) 2014–? Petrol 1.8 L 145 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.4L DOHC 6AT (173 HP) 2009–2013 Petrol 2.4 L 173 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.0L DOHC 6AT (154 HP) 2009–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 154 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
1.6L 4AT (124 HP) 2009–2013 Petrol 1.6 L 122 bhp AUTOMATIC 4sp FWD —

Specification reference from cardata.wiki. A question mark means a year boundary is missing from the source, not that production continues. An empty field means the source did not provide that value. Confirm the fitted engine, transmission and equipment against the car’s documents. How specification matching works.

Using the Kia Forte specifications

Start with the car’s year, body and engine, then compare the matching row. Several variants may share a model name while differing in power, transmission or drive layout. If the advert conflicts with the registration or manufacturer documents, resolve the mismatch before relying on the specifications. A VIN lookup can help narrow the comparison, but does not replace a build record or inspection.

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Kia Forte VIN FAQ

What can a Kia Forte VIN lookup show?+
It can return available vehicle details and related model data. A catalog variant list does not prove the exact engine, gearbox or factory equipment fitted to your car. Recall campaigns are model-level matches, not confirmation of an outstanding repair for your VIN.
Where should I check the Kia Forte identification number?+
Compare the number on the registration document with the vehicle’s identification markings. Common locations on modern vehicles include the windscreen base and a door-jamb label, but the owner’s manual is the reference for the correct location on your version.
What do the Kia Forte dates in this catalog mean?+
The source lists years 2009–? across 18 variants. A question mark means a year boundary was not supplied. These are catalog dates, not a verified production history or an individual vehicle’s build date.
Is the Kia Forte VIN check free?+
Yes. The available decode, specifications and model-level results are free without an account. An optional paid history report may contain additional records depending on the car and market.

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