Trim Report

Kia Forte LX2017

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$975
$975–$30K
283 listings98,498 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

2017 Kia Forte LX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Forte LX

Location data for all 2017 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 2017 Kia Forte trims

High Concern

With 2 recalls and 296 complaints, the 2017 Kia Forte rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
296
Complaints
23
Crashes
9
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.

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21V2600002021-13-04
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Forte vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Nu MPI engine. Foreign particles may stick inside the oil pump, which may cause an oil pump failure and engine damage.

A damaged engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2017 Kia Forte's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 296 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine87
02Exterior Lighting25
03Unknown Or Other22
04Engine And Engine Cooling11
05Electrical System10
296 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Forte Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2017 Kia Forte trims

25–32mpg combined
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23-25city
·
29-34hwy
·
$1,550-$1,750/yr

Fuel economy for the 2017 Kia Forte ranges from 25 to 32 MPG combined across 9 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Forte - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Forte - Manual 6-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Forte 5 - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Forte Koup - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Forte 5 - Automatic (AM7)
27mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city30 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average
Forte Koup - Automatic (AM7)
27mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average
Forte Koup - Manual 6-spd
26mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city30 hwy~$1,700/yr6/10 Average
Forte 5 - Manual 6-spd
25mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the LX Worth It?

Common questions about the 2017 Kia Forte LX

How does the LX compare to other Kia Forte trims?

Every Kia Forte trim targets a different buyer. The 2017 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 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 2017 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2017 Kia Forte page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia Forte LX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Kia Forte LX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Kia Forte overview compares all years side by side.

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