Trim Report

Kia Forte LX2016

Includes:FORTE|LX
$975
Starting From
714
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 714 active dealer listings as of

Min $975
Max $29,995
From $975
Fresh

LX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$675
$675–$25K
129 listings107,946 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

2016 Kia Forte LX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Forte LX

Location data for all 2016 Kia Forte trims combined

35States

Florida has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Kia Forte Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2016 Kia Forte trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 0 complaints for the 2016 Kia Forte, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
21V6220002021-09-08
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."

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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Kia Forte Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2016 Kia Forte trims

24–30mpg combined
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21-26city
·
28-37hwy
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$1,450-$1,800/yr

The 2016 Kia Forte delivers 24 to 30 MPG combined across 10 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Forte - Automatic (S6)
30mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city37 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean
Forte - Manual 6-spd
29mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr7/10 Clean
Forte - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city35 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean
Forte 5 - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean
Forte Koup - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean
Forte Koup - Manual 6-spd
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average
Forte Koup - Automatic (S6)
25mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average
Forte 5 - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Forte 5 - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Forte Koup - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr6/10 Average

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

Is the LX Worth It?

Common questions about the 2016 Kia Forte LX

How does the LX compare to other Kia Forte trims?

The LX occupies a distinct position in the Kia Forte range. See how it stacks up on the 2016 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 Kia Forte LX?

Maintenance costs for the LX align with the broader Kia Forte ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2016 model year has 1 recall on record. Check the 2016 Kia Forte page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia Forte LX?

For the LX, 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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