Trim Report

Kia Forte LXS2017

Includes:FORTE|LXS
$3,000
Starting From
2,578
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

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2017 Kia Forte LXS Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Forte LXS

Location data for all 2017 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 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
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29-34hwy
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$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)

2017 Kia Forte LXS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

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 2017 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2017 Kia Forte LXS?

Maintenance costs for the LXS 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 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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