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2012 Kia Forte 5-Door EX 5dr HB

MSRP $18,100* As shown

City MPG: 26^†**Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2010 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2010. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
Hwy MPG: 36^†**Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2010 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2010. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

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Vehicle Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification - Compact Cars
Number of Passenger Doors - 4

Engine

Engine Type - Gas I4
Displacement - 2.0L/122
Fuel System - Electronic Fuel Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 156 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 144 @ 4300

Transmission

Drivetrain - Front Wheel Drive
Trans Type - 6
Trans Description Cont. - Automatic
First Gear Ratio - 4.21
Second Gear Ratio - 2.63
Third Gear Ratio - 1.80
Fourth Gear Ratio - 1.38
Fifth Gear Ratio - 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio - 0.77
Reverse Ratio - 3.38
Final Drive Axle Ratio - 2.88

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined - 29
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City - 26
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy - 36

Electrical

Maximum Alternator Capacity - 110

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity - 6.3

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight - 2840

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front - MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear - Torsion Beam
Suspension Type - Front - w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear - w/Coil Springs

Brakes

Brake Type - Pwr
Brake ABS System - 4-Wheel
Disc - Front - Yes
Disc - Rear - Yes

Tires

Front Tire Size - 205/55R16
Rear Tire Size - 205/55R16

Wheels

Front Wheel Size - 16 x 6.0
Rear Wheel Size - 16 x 6.0
Front Wheel Material - Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material - Aluminum

Steering

Steering Type - Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio - 14.2
Lock to Lock Turns - 2.9
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb - 33.9

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx - 13.7

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase - 104.3
Length, Overall - 170.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors - 69.9
Height, Overall - 57.5
Track Width, Front - 61.3
Track Width, Rear - 61.6
Min Ground Clearance - 5.9

Cargo Area Dimensions

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up - 19.4

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity - 5
Passenger Volume - 97.5
Front Head Room - 40.0
Front Leg Room - 43.3
Front Shoulder Room - 55.7
Front Hip Room - 53.0
Second Head Room - 38.4
Second Leg Room - 35.0
Second Shoulder Room - 54.7
Second Hip Room - 53.3

Summary

Vehicle Name - Kia Forte 5-Door
Body Style - 5 Door Hatchback

Emissions

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score - 7
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year - 6.3

Vehicle Features

ENTERTAINMENT

AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: aux input jack, USB port, (6) speakers w/door-mounted tweeters
Bluetooth hands-free link -inc: steering wheel controls
Roof-mounted antenna
SIRIUS satellite radio

EXTERIOR

16" x 6" 5-spoke alloy wheels
205/55R16 tires
Body-color bumpers
Body-color door handles
Body-color pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals
Clear-lens headlamps w/auto-off
Intermittent windshield wipers
Rear spoiler
Solar control door & rear quarter glass
Tinted windshield glass w/shade band

INTERIOR

(2) front/(2) rear cup holders -inc: front chrome ring trim
60/40 split-folding rear bench seat w/adjustable headrests -inc: center armrest, cushion/back fold-flat feature
Air conditioning
Cargo area light
Cargo cover
Cargo tray & under-floor cargo luggage box
Carpeted floor mats
Center console w/armrest & storage
Cloth seat trim
Cruise control
Digital clock
Dual 12V pwr outlets
Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
Dual map lights
EcoMinder fuel efficiency monitor
Front bucket seats w/active headrests -inc: 6-way manual driver seat
Front door map pockets w/bottle holders
Fuel door, hood & trunk remote release
Outside temp display
Pwr door locks
Pwr windows
Rear window defroster
Remote keyless entry
Sunglass holder
Tachometer
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/audio & cruise controls
Trip computer

MECHANICAL

2.0L CVVT DOHC MPFI 16-valve I4 engine
6-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD
Front wheel drive
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar
Speed-sensitive hydraulic pwr rack & pinion steering
Torsion beam rear suspension -inc: coil springs, monotube shock absorbers
Ventilated front/solid rear pwr disc brakes

SAFETY

3-point height-adjustable front seat belts w/pretensioners & force limiters
3-point rear seat belts for all positions
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
5-MPH bumpers
Brake assist system (BAS)
Dual front advanced airbags -inc: passenger occupancy sensor
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
Electronic stability control (ESC) w/traction control system (TCS)
Front seat side mounted airbags
Front/rear crumple zones
Full-length side curtain airbags
Impact-absorbing steering column
Internal emergency trunk release
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
Rear child safety door locks
Side impact door beams
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

**Picture may not represent actual vehicle. Price varies based on Trim Levels and Options. See Dealer for in-stock inventory & actual selling price. All prices plus tax, title & license with approved credit. MSRP does not include delivery, processing, or handling fees.

2043 Lejeune Blvd.

Jacksonville,

NC

28546