2020 Kia Forte FE Specs

At the start of the Forte line-up, FE stands for ‘Fuel Efficiency’ as the FE model boasts the best EPA mileage estimates when equipped with the optional CVT gearbox. But it’s not just about efficiency, as there’s a heap of standard safety and convenience features. The seats are six-way manually adjustable and upholstered in cloth, and there’s single-zone climate control; an eight-inch infotainment suite boasts full Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality. Additionally, the full suite of Kia Drive Wise safety technology is standard, including driver attention warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, and lane departure warning.

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Overview

Select configuration:

$17,890

Starting Price (MSRP)

Engine

2.0-liter Inline-4 Gas

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

Drivetrain

Front-Wheel Drive

Body Type

Sedan

Seating capacity

5 seater

Trunk Volume

15.3 ft³

Fuel Economy

City: 27 MPG

Hwy: 37 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine

2.0-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower

147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque

132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission

6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain

Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter

34.8 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

15" x 6"
Rear Wheel Size

15" x 6"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Strut
Rear Suspension

Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire

P195/65HR15
Rear Tire

P195/65HR15

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined

31 MPG
City

27 MPG
Highway

37 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

5.8 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

14 gallons
Cruising Range City

378 miles
Cruising Range Highway

518 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length

182.7 in
Height

56.5 in
Max Width

70.9 in
Front Width

61.5 in
Rear Width

61.9 in
Wheelbase

106.3 in
Ground Clearance

5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room

42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom

38.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room

56.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room

53 in
Rear Seat Leg Room

35.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom

37.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room

55.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room

51.1 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

2,707 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume

15.3 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Clear White
Gravity Grey

Optional Exterior Colors

Aurora Black

Standard Interior Materials

Black, Woven Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio

Not Available
Bluetooth Connection

Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage

Not Available
Premium Sound System

Not Available
Satellite Radio

Not Available
Smart Device Integration

Standard
WiFi Hotspot

Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard
Entertainment System

Not Available
MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard
Cloth Seats

Standard
Leather Seats

Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel

Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats

Not Available
Vinyl Seats

Not Available
Woodgrain Interior Trim

Not Available
Sun/Moonroof

Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Not Available
Navigation System

Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard
Power Liftgate

Not Available
Power Mirror(s)

Standard
A/C

Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available
Automatic Parking

Not Available
Climate Control

Not Available
Cooled Front Seat(s)

Not Available
Cooled Rear Seat(s)

Not Available
Cruise Control

Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate

Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)

Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)

Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel

Not Available
Keyless Entry

Standard
Multi-Zone A/C

Not Available
Power Driver Seat

Not Available
Power Passenger Seat

Not Available
Remote Engine Start

Not Available
Remote Trunk Release

Standard
Seat Memory

Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener

Not Available
Seat-Massage

Not Available
Rear A/C

Not Available
Keyless Start

Not Available
Navigation from Telematics

Not Available
Telematics

Not Available

Additional Packages

Option Group 010

standard equipment

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert

Not Available
Rear Parking Aid

Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor

Not Available
Lane Departure Warning

Standard
Lane Keeping Assist

Standard
ABS

Standard
Night Vision

Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard
Brake Assist

Standard
Stability Control

Standard
Traction Control

Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard
Front Head Air Bag

Standard
Front Side Air Bag

Standard
Knee Air Bag

Not Available
Passenger Air Bag

Standard
Rear Head Air Bag

Standard
Rear Side Air Bag

Not Available
Seatbelt Air Bag

Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic

5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion

5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain

10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance

5 Years / 60,000 Miles