Kia Forte III (2019–present)

The Kia Forte III was offered with 3 gasoline engine versions, from 147 to 201 hp, built 2019–present.

Production years2019–present
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length182.7 in (4,641 mm)
Width70.9 in (1,801 mm)
Height56.5 in (1,435 mm)
Cargo volume15.3 cu ft (433 l)
Fuel tank14.0 gal (53 l)

All Kia Forte III engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
1.6 GDI (201 hp) DCT2019–presentGasoline201 hp (148 kW)195 lb-ft (264 Nm)Front-wheel drive
2.0 MPI (147 hp)2019–presentGasoline147 hp (108 kW)132 lb-ft (179 Nm)Front-wheel drive
2.0 MPI (147 hp) i-CVT2019–presentGasoline147 hp (108 kW)132 lb-ft (179 Nm)Front-wheel drive

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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