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2018 Kia Forte5
2018 Kia Forte5 Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$18,300 - $26,100
Original MSRP:
$17,532 - $24,610
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2018 Kia Forte5 Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 21V260000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | APR 12, 2021 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP |
| Number of Units Affected | 4069 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage. |
| Consequence | A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil pan, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC210. |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | SC210 |
2018 Kia Forte5 Models & Prices
2018 Kia Forte5 LX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| LX Auto | $18,300 | $17,532 | $286 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Forte5 EX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| EX Auto | $22,200 | $21,092 | $344 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Forte5 SX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| SX DCT | $23,900 | $22,574 | $368 / Month* | |
| SX Manual | $26,100 | $24,610 | $401 / Month* | |
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2018 Kia Forte5 Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Off Projector Beam Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • | ||
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • | • | |
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off | • | ||
| Black Grille w/Chrome Surround | • | • | • |
| Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | • | ||
| Black Side Windows Trim | • | ||
| Body-Colored Door Handles | • | ||
| Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent | • | • | • |
| Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding | • | ||
| Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | • | ||
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper | • | • | • |
| Chrome Door Handles | • | • | |
| Chrome Side Windows Trim | • | • | |
| Clearcoat Paint | • | • | • |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster | • | • | • |
| Front Fog Lamps | • | • | |
| Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip | • | • | • |
| Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | • | • | • |
| LED Brakelights | • | • | |
| Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | • | • | • |
| Light Tinted Glass | • | • | • |
| Lip Spoiler | • | • | • |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | • | • | |
| Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | • | • | • |
| Tire Mobility Kit | • | • | • |
| Tires: P195/65R15 | • | ||
| Tires: P215/45R17 | • | ||
| Tires: P225/40R18 -inc: Not compatible w/snow chains | • | ||
| Variable Intermittent Wipers | • | ||
| Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Wiper Park | • | • | |
| Wheels w/Silver Accents | • | • | |
| Wheels: 15" x 6.0J Steel w/Full Wheel Covers | • | ||
| Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Alloy | • | ||
| Wheels: 18" x 7.5J Alloy | • |
INTERIOR Features
| LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Seatback Storage Pocket | • | • | • |
| 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • | • | • |
| 4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement | • | • | • |
| 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | • | • | • |
| Air Filtration | • | • | • |
| Analog Appearance | • | • | • |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | • | • | • |
| Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit | • | • | • |
| Cargo Space Lights | • | • | • |
| Carpet Floor Trim | • | • | • |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | • | • | |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror | • | • | • |
| Delayed Accessory Power | • | • | • |
| Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | • | • | • |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors | • | ||
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | • | • | |
| Driver Foot Rest | • | • | • |
| Driver Seat | • | • | • |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | • | • | • |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | • | • | • |
| Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's seat | • | ||
| Front Cupholder | • | • | • |
| Front Map Lights | • | • | |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering | • | • | • |
| Full Cloth Headliner | • | • | • |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • | ||
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets | • | • | |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | • | • | • |
| Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power adjustable driver's seat w/two memory presets | • | ||
| Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver's seat | • | • | |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts | • | • | • |
| Illuminated Glove Box | • | • | • |
| Immobilizer | • | • | |
| Interior Trim -inc: Chrome Interior Accents | • | • | • |
| Leather Gear Shifter Material | • | • | |
| Leather Seat Trim | • | • | |
| Leather Steering Wheel | • | ||
| Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | • | • | • |
| Manual Air Conditioning | • | • | • |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | • | • | • |
| Outside Temp Gauge | • | • | • |
| Perimeter Alarm | • | • | • |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down | • | • | • |
| Power Door Locks | • | • | |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | • | ||
| Power Rear Windows | • | • | • |
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | • | • | |
| Rear Cupholder | • | • | • |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | • | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | • | • | |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel | • | • | • |
| Rigid Cargo Cover | • | • | • |
| Sliding Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest | • | • | • |
| Sport Leather Steering Wheel | • | ||
| Trip Computer | • | • | • |
| Urethane Gear Shifter Material | • | ||
| Vinyl Door Trim Insert | • | • | • |
| Woven Cloth Seat Trim | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Amp Alternator | • | ||
| 13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank | • | • | • |
| 3.06 Axle Ratio | • | • | |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control | • | • | • |
| 4.47 Axle Ratio | • | ||
| 60-Amp/Hr 600CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | • | ||
| 68-Amp/Hr 600CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | • | • | |
| 90 Amp Alternator | • | • | |
| Electric Power-Assist Steering | • | • | • |
| Engine: 1.6L I4 DOHC D-CVVT T-GDI | • | ||
| Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC D-CVVT GDI | • | • | |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | • | • | • |
| Front-Wheel Drive | • | • | • |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | • | • | • |
| Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher | • | ||
| Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher | • | • | |
| Sport Tuned Suspension | • | ||
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | • | • | • |
| Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | • | • | • |
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode | • | ||
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Sportmatic Sequential Shift Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | • | ||
| Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic -inc: Sportmatic shifting | • | • | |
| Transmission: 6-Speed Manual -inc: Sportmatic shifting and steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, Supervision Meter Cluster, 4.2-inch Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) color LCD screen, Xenon HID Headlights, Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control, rear vents and auto-defog system, Power Sunroof, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror | • | ||
| Transmission: 7-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic (DCT) | • |
SAFETY Features
| LX | EX | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | • | • | • |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | • | • | • |
| Back-Up Camera | • | • | |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | • | • | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | • | • | • |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | • | • | • |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | • | • | • |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | • | • | • |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | • | • | • |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | • | • | • |
| Side Impact Beams | • | • | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | • | • | |
| 6 Speakers | • | ||
| Integrated Roof Antenna | • | • | • |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control and Steering Wheel Controls | • | ||
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Voice Activation | • | • | |
| Radio: AM/FM/CD/MP3/SiriusXM Audio System -inc: 6 speakers w/door-mounted tweeters, USB/auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth wireless technology | • | ||
| Radio: UVO eServices AM/FM/MP3 w/Premium Nav -inc: SiriusXM satellite radio, SiriusXM Traffic, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 7-inch color touch-screen rear camera display, 6 speakers w/door-mounted tweeters, USB/auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth wireless technology | • | ||
| Radio: UVO Link AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM -inc: Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 7-inch color touch-screen rear camera display, 6 speakers w/door-mounted tweeters, USB/auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth wireless technology | • | • | |
| Streaming Audio | • | • | • |
2018 Kia Forte5 Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| EX PREMIUM TECH PACKAGE -inc: Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Supervision Meter Cluster, 4.2-inch Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) color LCD screen, Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control, rear vents and auto-defog system, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Lane Change Assist (LCA), Power Sunroof, Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats, 10-way power adjustable driver's seat w/two memory presets, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror w/HomeLink, Radio: UVO eServices AM/FM/MP3 w/Premium Nav, SiriusXM satellite radio, SiriusXM Traffic, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 7-inch color touch-screen rear camera display, 6 speakers w/door-mounted tweeters, USB/auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth wireless technology | • | ||
| HEATED & VENTILATED FRONT BUCKET SEATS -inc: 10-way power adjustable driver's seat w/two memory presets | • | • | |
| LX POPULAR PLUS PACKAGE -inc: Front Door Pocket Lighting, Push Button Start w/Smart Key, Overhead Reading Light, Cruise Control, steering-wheel-mounted controls, Perimeter Approach Lighting, Radio: UVO eServices AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 7" touch-screen rear camera display, 6 speakers w/door-mounted tweeters, USB/auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth wireless technology, Auto-On/Off Headlights, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Wheels: 16" x 6.5J Alloy, Tires: P205/55R16, Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors, Engine Immobilizer, Sunglass Holder, LED Taillights, Outside Mirrors w/LED Turn Signal Indicators, Front Fog Lights | • | ||
| RADIO: UVO ESERVICES AM/FM/MP3 W/PREMIUM NAV -inc: SiriusXM satellite radio, SiriusXM Traffic, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 7-inch color touch-screen rear camera display, 6 speakers w/door-mounted tweeters, USB/auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth wireless technology | • | • | |
| RADIO: UVO ESERVICES AM/FM/MP3/SIRIUSXM -inc: Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 7" touch-screen rear camera display, 6 speakers w/door-mounted tweeters, USB/auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth wireless technology | • | ||
| SX PREMIUM TECH PACKAGE -inc: Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Supervision Meter Cluster, 4.2-inch Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) color LCD screen, Xenon HID Headlights, Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control, rear vents and auto-defog system, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Lane Change Assist (LCA), Power Sunroof, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror | • | ||
| TIRES: P205/55R16 | • | ||
| WHEELS: 16" X 6.5J ALLOY -inc: Tires: P205/55R16 | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO MAT (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO NET (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO TRAY (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO) | • | • | • |
| MUDGUARDS (PIO) | • | • | • |
| PAINT PROTECTION FILM PACKAGE (PIO) Only available in Southern and Eastern regions. | • | • | • |
| REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO) | • | • | • |
| REMOTE START (KEY START) (PIO) | • | ||
| REMOTE START (PUSH-BUTTON START) (PIO) | • | • | • |
| WHEEL LOCKS (PIO) | • | • |
PRIMARY PAINT Options
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| AURORA BLACK | • | • | • |
| CLEAR WHITE | • | ||
| DEEP SEA BLUE | • | ||
| GRAVITY BLUE | • | • | |
| PHANTOM GRAY | • | ||
| SILKY SILVER | • | ||
| SNOW WHITE PEARL | • | • | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM | • | • | |
| BLACK, WOVEN CLOTH SEAT TRIM | • |
2018 Kia Forte5 Technical Specifications
Brakes
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11 | 11 | 11.8 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.3 | 10.3 | 10.3 |
Engine
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Displacement | 2.0 L/122 | 2.0 L/122 | 1.6 L/97 |
| Engine Type | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 147 @ 6200 | 147 @ 6200 | 201 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 132 @ 4500 | 132 @ 4500 | 195 @ 1500 |
Exterior Dimensions
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Height, Overall (in) | 57.1 | 57.1 | 57.1 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 171.3 | 171.3 | 171.3 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.3 | 106.3 | 106.3 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.1 | 70.1 | 70.1 |
Fuel Tank
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 13.2 | 13.2 | 13.2 |
Steering
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 34.8 | 34.8 | 34.8 |
Suspension
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Suspension Type - Front | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
Tires
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Front Tire Size | P195/65HR15 | P215/45HR17 | P225/40HR18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P195/65HR15 | P215/45HR17 | P225/40HR18 |
Transmission
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Type | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Vehicle
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Front Head Room (in) | 39.4 | 39.4 | 39.4 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.2 | 42.2 | 42.2 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 56.1 | 56.1 | 56.1 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 98.2 | 96.8 | 96.8 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 38.7 | 38.7 | 38.7 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.9 | 35.9 | 35.9 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 54.9 | 54.9 | 54.9 |
Weight Information
| LX | EX | SX | |
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| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2928 | 2928 | 2976 |
2018 Kia Forte5 Safety Features
Safety Features
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control |
| Side Impact Beams |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor |
| Rear Child Safety Locks |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners |
| Back-Up Camera |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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