2016 Kia Forte5 EX
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- Photo: 2016 Kia Forte5 EX, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Kia Forte by DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2016 Kia Forte5 EX, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Kia Forte 2014 interior MIAS by Shadiac, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2016 Kia Forte5 EX is a 173-hp 2.0-liter with an intelligent variable transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,390 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.
It makes 173 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 154 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).
The Forte5 measures 171.3 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,390 ($27,611 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $21,240 ($28,763 *) |
| Destination Charge | $850 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L I-4, DOHC gasoline direct injection (GDI) |
| Displacement | 1.999 L |
| Horsepower | 173 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 154 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC D-CVVT 16V/V |
| Bore and Stroke | 81.0 x 97.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.8 |
| 4th Gear | 1.386 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.772 |
| Reverse | 3.385 |
| Final Drive | 3.064 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (87 Octane or higher) |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut type |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) |
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 6.5J x 17 |
| Wheels Rear | 6.5J x 17 |
| Tires Front | P215/45R17 |
| Tires Rear | P215/45R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 171.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in |
| Approach Angle | 15.2° |
| Departure Angle | 25.1° |
| Cargo Volume | 56.4 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.3 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2016 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Kia FORTE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 9, 2021 · 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."
Consequence: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
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.
NHTSA campaign 21V622000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Kia FORTE
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Kia FORTE. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Insert | 1 |
| Padding | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 KIA FORTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.