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2019 Kia Forte

4 trims · 5 configurations · Sedan

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$10,399

42 for sale · Starting MSRP $17,790 – $21,990

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★☆

4 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★☆
Frontal (passenger)★★★☆☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 2 recalls on record

Kia Forte for sale

42 live listings from $10,399 · median $19,988

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on FE

Total price (FE MSRP)

$17,790

Typical monthly

$352/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2019 Kia Forte trims

  • FE

    2 configurations

    MSRP
    $17,790 – $18,690
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    27/37
    Horsepower
    147 hp
    Torque
    132 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    15.3
    Max towing
    —

  • LXS

    MSRP
    $19,190
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    30/40
    Horsepower
    147 hp
    Torque
    132 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    15.3
    Max towing
    —

  • S

    MSRP
    $20,290
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    30/40
    Horsepower
    147 hp
    Torque
    132 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    15.3
    Max towing
    —

  • EX

    MSRP
    $21,990
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    30/40
    Horsepower
    147 hp
    Torque
    132 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    15.3
    Max towing
    —

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
FEgas
LXSgas
Sgas
EXgas
Fuel type
FEregular unleaded
LXSregular unleaded
Sregular unleaded
EXregular unleaded
Cylinders
FEI4
LXSI4
SI4
EXI4
Displacement
FE2 L
LXS2 L
S2 L
EX2 L
Horsepower
FE147 hp
LXS147 hp
S147 hp
EX147 hp
Torque
FE132 lb-ft
LXS132 lb-ft
S132 lb-ft
EX132 lb-ft
Transmission
FE6-speed manual
LXScontinuously variable-speed automatic
Scontinuously variable-speed automatic
EXcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FEfront wheel drive
LXSfront wheel drive
Sfront wheel drive
EXfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
FESedan
LXSSedan
SSedan
EXSedan
Doors
FE4
LXS4
S4
EX4
Seating
FE5
LXS5
S5
EX5
Length
FE182.7 in
LXS182.7 in
S182.7 in
EX182.7 in
Width
FE70.9 in
LXS70.9 in
S70.9 in
EX70.9 in
Height
FE56.5 in
LXS56.5 in
S56.5 in
EX56.5 in
Wheelbase
FE106.3 in
LXS106.3 in
S106.3 in
EX106.3 in
Ground clearance
FE5.3 in
LXS5.3 in
S5.3 in
EX5.3 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
FE15.3 cu ft
LXS15.3 cu ft
S15.3 cu ft
EX15.3 cu ft
Max payload
FE931 lbs
LXS1,030 lbs
S1,030 lbs
EX1,030 lbs
Curb weight
FE2,707 lbs
LXS2,762 lbs
S2,762 lbs
EX2,762 lbs
Fuel tank
FE14 gal
LXS14 gal
S14 gal
EX14 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
FE31
LXS34
S34
EX34
City MPG
FE27
LXS30
S30
EX30
Highway MPG
FE37
LXS40
S40
EX40

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2019 Kia Forte FAQ

How much does the 2019 Kia Forte cost?
The 2019 Kia Forte has a starting MSRP of $17,790, ranging up to $21,990 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes FE from $17,790; LXS from $19,190; S from $20,290; EX from $21,990. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $10,399.
What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Kia Forte?
The 2019 Kia Forte achieves up to 35 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2019 Kia Forte have?
The 2019 Kia Forte offers up to 15.3 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2019 Kia Forte safe?
The 2019 Kia Forte earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2019 Kia Forte come in?
The 2019 Kia Forte is available in 4 trims (5 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive.