2019 Kia Forte

$3,000
from
268
listings
$3K–$30K
price range
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Low$3,000
High$29,995
From$3,000
Avg Mileage87,127 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 268 active dealer listings as of

2019 Kia Forte Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,000
$3K–$30K
268 listings87,127 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

2019 Kia Forte Pricing

Price Trend

-18.5%
$3K$6K$9K$12K$14KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$3,250
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Kia Forte Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2019 Kia Forte's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 141 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
141
Complaints
11
Crashes
4
Fires
Recall Findings
18V7710002018-31-10
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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20V4590002020-05-08
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Forte vehicles. The left front axle driveshaft may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to break.

A broken driveshaft can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2019 Kia Forte has accumulated 141 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train36
02Engine19
03Unknown Or Other10
04Electrical System7
05Forward Collision Avoidance6
141 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Forte Fuel Economy

31–35mpg combined
·
27-31city
·
37-41hwy
·
$1,250-$1,400/yr

With 3 configurations tested, the 2019 Kia Forte ranges from 31 to 35 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Forte FE - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
35mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
31 city41 hwy~$1,250/yr8/10 Clean
Forte - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
34mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
30 city40 hwy~$1,300/yr8/10 Clean
Forte - Manual 6-spd
31mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean

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

Where to Find 2019 Kia Forte

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.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Kia Forte?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Kia Forte a good car to buy?

The 2019 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 power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Kia Forte?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2019 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 2019 Kia Forte?

Fuel economy ranges from 31 to 35 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $194 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2019 Kia Forte?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2019 Kia Forte, based on 141 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2019 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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