Kia Forte I (TD) 2.4 (173 Hp) Automatic 5-speed
People\'s Opinion
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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 (~10.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1301 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. 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 delivers strong acceleration, though the 5-speed automatic transmission is a slight compromise compared to the newer 6-speed, potentially leading to less refined shifts.
Fuel Economy
Fuel efficiency is reasonable for a 2.4L engine, but the 5-speed automatic may not be as optimized for economy as the 6-speed, particularly during highway cruising.
Best Use Case:
Mixed Driving / Highway
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) Automatic 5-speed |
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| Start of production: | 2009 |
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| End of production: | 2010 |
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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: | 10.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 10.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 7.6 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | ULEV |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.5 kg/Hp, 133 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 175.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1301 |
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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 | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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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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