Kia Forte Miles Per Gallon

KIA FORTE FUEL ECONOMY

When it comes to tackling your morning commute, you want to choose a set of wheels with the sleek performance and impressive efficiency you’re looking for. Luckily, the 2021 Kia Forte has plenty of configurations for you to choose from so you can craft your perfect blend.

Some of the powertrain options you’ll find under the hood of this Kia sedan include:

Engine Option	Transmission	Horsepower	Torque (lb-ft)	EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy
2.0-liter 4-cylinder	6-speed manual	147	132	27 city/37 highway MPG¹
2.0-liter 4-cylinder	Intelligent Variable Transmission w/ Sportmatic®	147	132	31 city/41 highway MPG¹
Turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder	7-speed dual-clutch automatic	201	195	27 city/35 highway MPG¹
Turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder	6-speed manual	201	195	25 city/32 highway MPG¹

 

 As you can see, any of the available powertrain options creates a peppy performance with gas mileage designed to keep you on the road longer.

When equipped with the Intelligent Variable Transmission with Sportmatic®, you’ll receive the best fuel economy on the Forte. This feature is designed to expand upon a traditional continuously variable transmission with an adaptive shift style that creates a smoother, more linear acceleration, improving gas mileage all around.

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PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS

A few different enhancements are included in the Forte powertrain to ensure it makes the most out of its fuel. Coming standard is Multi-Point Injection (MPI).

This type of fuel delivery system has a separate injector nozzle to each cylinder outside of its intake port. With the fuel being delivered so close the intake port, it ensures it will be drawn completely into the cylinder.

So, what does this mean for you?

It’s simple. More directly injected fuel being taken in completely means that no fuel goes to waste and every fit of your fuel tank if being put to use. This helps you achieve great fuel economy that, when combined with the IVT, provides the best MPG for the Kia Forte.

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GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION

If you upgrade to the available turbocharged motor, you’ll be treated to gasoline direct injection, or GDI.

GDI is an advanced version of some of the multi-point injection systems that used to be so common. It injects fuel directly into the combustion chamber, as opposed to the intake port. This prevents fuel from being lost unnecessarily.

GDI is aided by dual continuously variable valve timing. This feature may sound complex, but its purpose is to simplify intake and exhaust, thus cutting down on even more inefficiencies.

Not only does the available engine have these optimizing features, but it also has the available 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This transmission keeps shifting smooth and uncomplicated, thus keeping your 2021 Kia Forte from wasting added gas.

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FORTE MPG: CHOOSE YOUR DRIVE MODE

The 2021 Kia Forte likes to provide drivers with a strong sense of choice, which is why the Drive Mode Select feature comes standard. This essentially allows you to choose different drive modes, each altering the balance of power and fuel economy.

Normal mode is exactly what you’d think—it lets the Kia Forte do its thing without any adjustments. Sport mode, on the other hand, is more attuned to a sense of power, which can affect the car’s overall efficiency but create a more invigorating drive, so it’s perfect for highway traveling.

Comfort mode is the last option, and it makes a point to cut out unnecessary inefficiencies that can eke out even more fuel from the gas tank. This mode aids in improving your efficiency overall and is especially useful when you’re spending extra time behind the wheel during a weekend getaway.

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WHERE WILL THE FORTE TAKE YOU?

With so many fuel-saving technologies available with the 2021 Kia Forte along with an EPA-estimated 31 MPG city and 41 MPG highway, this roadster is ready to take you around town with minimal gas station interruptions.¹

Combined with a 14-gallon fuel tank, you’ll be able to explore the highway for over 550 miles before having to stop and refuel. With efficiency of this magnitude, there are no limits to where the road can take you, creating a less interrupted journey as you roam.

Some of the sleek drives you’ll be able to enjoy include:

• Head to Chicago to check out the Navy Pier and all the shopping and eateries it has to offer.
• Visit St. Louis to view the prominent Gateway Arch and famous Saint Louis Zoo.
• Escape to Nashville to enjoy live music and a lively night life.
• Explore Pittsburgh and view the Carnegie Museum of Art and The Andy Warhol Museum.
• Spend a weekend in Cleveland and check out the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

With such impressive MPG, you can indulge in all these ventures and more with minimal stops at the gas station to refuel.

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AMPLE INTERIOR SPACE, COMFORT, AND TECHNOLOGY

Since you’ll be spending more time behind the wheel of the Forte and less time stopping at the gas station, you want to know you’ll be staying comfortable and entertained throughout the journey.

With the following cabin measurements, this Kia sedan features plenty of room for all five passengers to enjoy:

Front Headroom:	38.8 inches	Rear Headroom:	51.1 inches
Front Hip Room:	53 inches	Rear Hip Room:	37.5 inches
Front Legroom:	42.2 inches	Rear Legroom:	35.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:	56.1 inches	Rear Shoulder Room:	55.3 inches

In addition to having plenty of room for everyone to stretch their legs when encountering rush-hour traffic, the Kia Forte interior offers superior driver comfort with an available 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support. It allows you to choose from an array of seating positions so you can find the best one to combat fatigue behind the wheel.