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Kia Forte II (facelift 2017) 2.0 GDI (164 Hp) Automatic
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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)
II (facelift 2017) Overview:
Kia Forte (II (facelift 2017)). With 205 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1374 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.
2.0 GDI (164 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the most spirited performance in the lineup, with adequate power for highway merging and confident overtaking, making it a capable daily driver.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine paired with an automatic, balancing power with reasonable running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent value for money with generous standard features
- • Reliable and efficient naturally aspirated engines
- • Comfortable ride quality suitable for daily commuting
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Strong safety ratings from US agencies (IIHS, NHTSA)
Cons:
- • Not the most engaging driving experience compared to some rivals
- • Interior materials can feel less premium in some areas
- • Semi-independent rear suspension limits ultimate handling refinement
- • No turbocharged engine option for sportier performance
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Koup: 2013 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Forte |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 GDI (164 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 164 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Torque: | 205 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Nu / G4NC More details about the engine Nu / G4NC |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 5.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.4 kg/Hp, 119.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1374 |
| Max. weight: | 1770 |
| Max load: | 396 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 421 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4560 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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