Kia Forte I (TD) 2.4 (173 Hp)
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Kia Forte:
The Kia Forte , known as the K3 in Asia, the Forte K3 or Shuma in China and Cerato in South America, Australia, New Zealand and Russia, is a compact car manufactured by South Korean automaker Kia from mid-2008 until 2024, replacing the Kia Spectra. Throughout its production, it was available in two-door coupe, four-door sedan, five-door hatchback variants. It was not sold in Europe, which got the similarly sized Kia Ceed....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (TD) Overview:
Kia Forte (I (TD)). With 228 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1294 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
This powerful 2.4L engine provides robust acceleration and ample torque, making the Forte feel energetic. Without a specified transmission, it represents the raw potential of the larger engine.
Fuel Economy
The 2.4L engine, regardless of transmission, will offer decent fuel economy for its power, though specific efficiency will depend heavily on the gearbox it's paired with (manuals generally better, 6-speed autos better than 5-speed).
Best Use Case:
Highway / Performance-oriented
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Strong value proposition
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Good fuel economy (especially 2.0L manual)
- • Available powerful 2.4L engine
- • Modern styling for its time
Cons:
- • Some interior materials feel cheap
- • Road noise can be noticeable
- • Older automatic transmissions (4-speed, 5-speed) are less refined
- • Steering feel can be vague
- • Limited advanced safety features
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Kia |
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| Model: | Forte |
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| Generation: | I (TD) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (173 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2009 |
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| End of production: | 2012 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 173 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 73.3 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 228 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | Theta II / G4KE |
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| Engine displacement: | 2359 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC, CVVT |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 10.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 7.4 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | ULEV |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 133.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 176.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1294 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 416 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4530 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1775 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1460 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1539 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1546 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 300 mm |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 262 mm |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/45 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring, Torsion |
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