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2016 Kia Forte

US · Compact Cars

The 2016 Kia Forte is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
Varies by configuration: 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
GASOLINE
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement1.6 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears6
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
City26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
Highway37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.

  • 21V622000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216.

    Reported August 9, 2021. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 13, 2026

Data verified: October 13, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.8L 4-cylinder · FWD
    30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder, 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · FWD
    32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2016 Kia Forte have?

Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Kia Forte?

Combined fuel economy is 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2016 Kia Forte front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2016 Kia Forte?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.