2013 Kia Forte

$2,470
from
21
listings
$2K–$10K
price range
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Low$2,470
High$9,990
From$2,470
Avg Mileage127,381 mi
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Sourced from 21 active dealer listings as of

2013 Kia Forte Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,470
$2K–$10K
21 listings127,381 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

2013 Kia Forte Pricing

Price Trend

+185.6%
$1K$4K$6K$8K$10KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$3,999
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Kia Forte Safety & Reliability

High Concern

With 2 recalls and 195 complaints, the 2013 Kia Forte rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
195
Complaints
16
Crashes
13
Fires
Recall Findings
17V7730002017-01-12
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.

If the brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights may stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping. Additionally, if the brake switch plunger is not retracted, then the transmission can be shifted out of PARK without depressing the brake pedal. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

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16V3120002016-17-05
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2013 Forte vehicles manufactured September 10, 2012, to October 31, 2012. The screws that hold the front seatbelt retractor retaining plates may not have been properly tightened, and as a result, the seatbelt retractor retaining plates may break in a crash.

If a retaining plate breaks during a crash, pieces of the plate could strike the occupants, increasing risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2013 Kia Forte's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 195 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine84
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
03Service Brakes9
04Unknown Or Other7
05Air Bags6
195 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Forte Fuel Economy

Where to Find 2013 Kia Forte

35States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 34 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2013.

Buying a 2013 Kia Forte?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2013 Kia Forte a good car to buy?

The 2013 Kia Forte has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls 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 2013 Kia Forte?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2013 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 2013 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 2013 Kia Forte?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2013 Kia Forte, based on 195 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2013 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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