Trim Report

Kia Forte LX2021

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$7,490
$7K–$78K
501 listings74,701 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

2021 Kia Forte LX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Forte LX

Location data for all 2021 Kia Forte trims combined

35States

9% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 35 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Kia Forte Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Kia Forte trims

Elevated

The 2021 Kia Forte has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 67 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
67
Complaints
10
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 67 owners have filed complaints about the 2021 Kia Forte. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine14
02Unknown Or Other8
03Steering5
04Power Train4
05Tires3
67 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Forte Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Kia Forte trims

28–35mpg combined
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25-31city
·
32-41hwy
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$1,250-$1,550/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2021 Kia Forte returns 28–35 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Forte FE - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
35mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
31 city41 hwy~$1,250/yr7/10 Clean
Forte - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
33mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city40 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean
Forte - Manual 6-spd
31mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Forte - Automatic (AM-S7)
30mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city35 hwy~$1,450/yr6/10 Average
Forte - Manual 6-spd
28mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average

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

2021 Kia Forte LX FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

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 2021 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 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 most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2021 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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