2010 Kia Forte

$3,275
from
21
listings
$3K–$8K
price range
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Low$3,275
High$8,300
From$3,275
Avg Mileage132,143 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 21 active dealer listings as of

2010 Kia Forte Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,275
$3K–$8K
21 listings132,143 avg miles
EX
From$675
244 listings|$675–$19K
GT
From$9,950
520 listings|$10K–$28K
GT-Line
From$7,900
1,395 listings|$8K–$78K
LX
From$975
714 listings|$975–$30K
LXS
From$3,000
2,578 listings|$3K–$25K
S
From$5,992
126 listings|$6K–$30K
SX
From$900
28 listings|$900–$14K

2010 Kia Forte Pricing

Price Trend

+130.4%
$1K$3K$5K$6K$8KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$2,995
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Kia Forte Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2010 Kia Forte has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 231 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
231
Complaints
21
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
18V3630002018-01-06
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.

If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 231 owners have filed complaints about the 2010 Kia Forte. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine52
02Air Bags28
03Tires,wheels12
04Tires9
05Service Brakes8
231 total across 1 model years (2010–2010)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Forte Fuel Economy

Where to Find 2010 Kia Forte

35States

9% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 35 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2010.

Buying a 2010 Kia Forte?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2010 Kia Forte a good car to buy?

The 2010 Kia Forte has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2010 Kia Forte?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2010 Kia Forte. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2010 Kia Forte?

Fuel economy ranges from 26 to 30 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $269 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2010 Kia Forte?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2010 Kia Forte, based on 231 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2010 compare to other Kia Forte years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Kia Forte model years. Visit the Kia Forte buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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