Trim Report

Kia Forte LXS2010

Includes:FORTE|LXS
$3,000
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Where to Find Kia Forte LXS

Location data for all 2010 Kia Forte trims combined

35States

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Kia Forte Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2010 Kia Forte trims

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
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Kia Forte Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2010 Kia Forte trims

26–30mpg combined
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22-27city
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31-36hwy
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$1,450-$1,700/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2010 Kia Forte returns 26–30 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Forte - Automatic 5-spd
30mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city36 hwy~$1,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Forte - Automatic 4-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Forte - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Forte - Automatic 5-spd
26mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Forte - Manual 6-spd
26mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city32 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

LXS Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2010 Kia Forte LXS

How does the LXS compare to other Kia Forte trims?

The LXS occupies a distinct position in the Kia Forte range. See how it stacks up on the 2010 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2010 Kia Forte LXS?

Budget for standard LXS maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2010 has 1 recall on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Kia Forte LXS?

For the LXS, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Kia Forte buyer's guide.

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