What are the specs of a 2012 Kia Forte?
For the 2012 model year, EX trim levels of the Forte gain a telescoping steering wheel and the Forte five-door hatchback is no longer available with a manual transmission. The Forte sports crisp styling that gives the sedan an athletic shape. You don’t have to look too closely to find resemblances to other small cars.
What kind of car is the Kia Forte?
The five-seat Forte is Kia’s entry in the compact-car segment, and it’s available with a choice of four-cylinder engines and comes standard with numerous safety features. It’s sold as a sedan, a four-door hatchback and a coupe, which Kia calls the Koup. Competitors include the Honda Civic, Ford Focus and Toyota Corolla.
What kind of engine does a Kia Koup have?
LX and EX models are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 156 horsepower. Choosing the SX trim brings a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that generates 173 hp. Mechanical features include: I bought my Kia Koup in 2012 and kept it for almost 7 years. It had most available options. Very dependable and economical but fun to drive too.
Is there sunroof on 2012 Kia Forte?
Double-check headroom if you’re getting a Forte Koup. The sunroof that comes with the SX version can limit headroom–especially with the Koup’s somewhat lower roofline. The 2012 Kia Forte family of vehicles manages to feel more eager, comfortable, and sophisticated than its sticker price might suggest.
What kind of engine does a 2012 Kia Forte have?
The 2012 Kia Forte LX and EX are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 156 horsepower and 144 pound-feet of torque. The sportier SX gets a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that puts out 173 hp and 168 lb-ft of torque.
LX and EX models are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 156 horsepower. Choosing the SX trim brings a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that generates 173 hp. Mechanical features include: I bought my Kia Koup in 2012 and kept it for almost 7 years. It had most available options. Very dependable and economical but fun to drive too.
How long does it take a Kia Forte to get to 60 mph?
In Edmunds performance testing, an SX hatchback with an automatic went from zero to 60 mph in 8.8 seconds, which is on par with similarly powered cars. The Koup is a bit quicker. With the manual it hits 60 in 7.6 seconds.