Kia Forte
The Kia Forte, known as the K3 in Asia, the Forte K3 or Shuma in China, and the Cerato in South America, Australia, New Zealand, and Russia, is a compact car manufactured by South Korean automaker Kia, produced from 2008 to 2024, replacing the Kia Spectra.
Wikipedia →Specs — 2024
FuelEconomy.gov estimates cover one available configuration; other trims may differ. Costs assume 15,000 miles/year, 55% city driving and source fuel prices. Five-year savings compare with an average new vehicle (gasoline operation for dual-fuel vehicles). CO₂ is tailpipe only. EPA scores run from 1–10; higher is better.
Owner Complaints — 2024
26 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2024 model year.
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- 9
- ENGINE
- 8
- AIR BAGS
- 7
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 6
- POWER TRAIN
- 4
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
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