2018 KIA FORTE — window sticker

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2018 KIA FORTE
Sedan/Saloon · 4-door · Gasoline
VIN 3KPFL4A78JE193642
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: TIJUANA, MEXICO

Powertrain & mechanical

  • Engine4-cyl, 2 L
  • Engine modelMPI Nu
  • Horsepower147 hp
  • Valve trainDual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
  • TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
  • Drive typeFWD/Front-Wheel Drive
  • GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
  • PlantKia Motors Mexico S.A. De C.V. (KMM)

Standard safety equipment

  • Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Side airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Curtain airbags1st and 2nd Rows
  • Seat beltsManual
  • ABSStandard
  • Stability control (ESC)Standard
  • Traction controlStandard
  • Tire pressure monitoringDirect
  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Forward collision warningOptional
  • Automatic emergency brakingOptional
  • Lane departure warningOptional
  • Lane keep assistOptional
  • Blind spot monitorOptional
  • Keyless ignitionOptional

Body & dimensions

  • Body styleSedan/Saloon
  • Doors4
  • Seats5 (2 rows)
  • Wheelbase106.3 in
  • Front wheels16 in
  • Engine builderKMC

Pricing & value

  • Base MSRP (public record)$19,400

Safety recalls (3)

  • Air bags
  • Latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch
  • Engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump

Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
28combined
MPG
25 city
33 highway
Annual fuel cost
$2,200
Greenhouse gas 6/10
Smog rating 3/10
CO2 318 g/mi

variant selected manually. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
  • Overall vehicle score★★★★★
  • Frontal crash — driver★★★★☆
  • Frontal crash — passenger★★★★☆
  • Side crash★★★★★
  • Rollover★★★★☆
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 5, 2026 · vincheck.me

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