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Kia Forte Second generation (YD) (2014 - 2016)



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Second generation (YD) of Kia Forte has been in production since 2014 by 2016.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Second generation (YD) is longer than the previous generation by 1.2 inches , is wider by 0.2 inches , is lower by 1 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 7 lbs.


Kia Forte Second generation (YD) dimensions and specs


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Second generation (YD)
Body style Sedan, Hatchback
Engine options G4KD, 2.0L I-4, 163 HP, 146 lb/ft
G4NB, 1.8L I-4, 146 HP, 131 lb/ft
Transmission 6-spd man w/OD, 6-spd w/OD
Drive type front-wheel
Length 171.3 - 179.5 in
Width 70.10 in
Height 56.3 - 57.1 in
Wheelbase 106.30 in
Curb weight 2736 - 2925 lbs
Number of doors 4
Seating capacity 5
Front hip room 53.80 in
Rear hip room 53.10 in
Front Headroom 39.1 - 39.4 in
Rear Headroom 37.3 - 38.7 in
Front shoulder room 56.10 in
Rear shoulder room 54.90 in
Fuel tank capacity 13.20 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 21 - 25/29 - 37
Towing capacity 1800 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 7 - 8.2 sec
¼ mile time 15.2 - 16.5 sec

Kia Forte Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Kia Forte Second generation (YD) production period from 2014 to 2016 drivers have reported 278 complaints. The most common problems are ENGINE, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Model Year Complaints
2016 Forte
50
2015 Forte
63
2014 Forte
165

Problem Category Number of Problems
ENGINE
i have a 2014 kia forte since september 2013 acquired several days the unit is started having a vibration in...
85
~ 65024 miles
AIR BAGS
i was involved in a car accident in which a man ran a red light as i was going through...
50
~ 52928 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
scratches under the driver side door on car purchased as new may indicate prior use and odometer tamper. *tr...
42
~ 43784 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
i was pulling away from a red light when i heard what sounded like a gunshot right next to me....
35
~ 39975 miles
POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia forte. while reversing out of a driveway with a steep incline the vehicle...
25
~ 45091 miles
STEERING
this is our 2nd 2014 kia forte ex with navigation everything top of the line... well the first one had...
22
~ 42806 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the front headlight covers have long cracks in them. it has been sitting in front of my house? *js...
21
~ 48334 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
on two occasions i have smelled gas when starting the vehicle. the date above is the second time. the first...
20
~ 37233 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tire pressure light constantly goes on and off car continually gets stuck in park and while driving dash doesn't show...
18
~ 39786 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
i was in a three vehicle accident as the third car. i hit the car in front of me and...
16
~ 16158 miles
WHEELS
while driving the vehicle i inadvertently hit a pothole. it was the coldest night of the year -20 degrees. hitting...
13
~ 19045 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
this is our 2nd 2014 kia forte ex with navigation everything top of the line... well the first one had...
13
~ 43252 miles
TIRES
tire blowout front driverside. *tr...
12
~ 13095 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
on two occasions i have smelled gas when starting the vehicle. the date above is the second time. the first...
10
~ 32876 miles
SEAT BELTS
both driver and passenger seat belts fraying and ripping drivers side seatbelt has opened 2x during vehicle operation tail lights
9
~ 37421 miles
SEATS
this is our 2nd 2014 kia forte ex with navigation everything top of the line... well the first one had...
7
~ 23441 miles
SUSPENSION
i have been driving my 2014 kia forte ex for almost 2 years now. leased it brand new the day...
4
~ 52025 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
our kia forte will not defog the windows on the inside until it is above 0 weather or the sun...
3
~ 24181 miles
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY
tl* the contact owns a 2015 kia forte. immediately after closing the front driver side door a loud abnormal explosion...
2
~ 1904 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
on two occasions i have smelled gas when starting the vehicle. the date above is the second time. the first...
2
~ 3025 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2015 kia forte. while driving various speeds the vehicle stalled intermittently. the vehicle was taken...
1
~ 44600 miles
SWITCH > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia forte. while driving approximately 50 mph a burning odor was perceived without warning....
1
~ 80000 miles
FAN/MOTOR > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia forte. while driving approximately 50 mph a burning odor was perceived without warning....
1
~ 80000 miles
STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia forte. while the vehicle was parked the mats on the floor began to...
1
~ 2865 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2014 kia forte. consumer writes in regards to vehicle and headlights not starting up. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle...
1
BEAD > TIRES
tl* the contact owns a 2015 kia forte equipped with nexen cp671 tires size: p195/65r15 (na). while driving approximately 25...
1
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
2014 kia forte. consumer writes in regards to defective rear view mirror. *ld *tr...
1
RIM > WHEELS
tl* the contact owns a 2015 kia forte. while driving 35 mph the contact drove over a pothole and the...
1
~ 250 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia forte. while reversing out of a driveway with a steep incline the vehicle...
1
~ 20500 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
three of the four oem tires that came on my vehicle have needed replacement due to damaged sidewalls. the oem...
1
~ 23000 miles
VISIBILITY
2014 kia forte koup sx brand new. the side windows are frameless on the koup and must drop 1/4 of...
1
~ 8500 miles
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES
tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia forte. after the vehicle was started the tire pressure monitor system warning light...
1
~ 15000 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS
i was involved in a car accident in which a man ran a red light as i was going through...
1
~ 13800 miles
ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2014 kia forte. the contact stated that the sun roof leaked water into the vehicle....
1
~ 18 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i was in a three vehicle accident as the third car. i hit the car in front of me and...
1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
this is our 2nd 2014 kia forte ex with navigation everything top of the line... well the first one had...
1
~ 90 miles

How to improve the appearance of your Kia Forte and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Kia Forte to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

  • GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car Plastic Rivets Fasteners Push Retainer Kit Most Popular Sizes Auto Push Pin Rivets Set -Door Trim Panel Fender Clips for GM Ford Toyota Honda Chrysler

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  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/Red

    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

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  • 6Pcs M6 x16mm Bolt Square Nut Kit, Motorcycle Stainless Steel Battery Terminal Nuts and Bolt Kit

    6Pcs M6 x16mm Bolt Square Nut Kit, Motor...

    • Material and Size: This product is made of high quality stainless steel, corrosion resistant and durable, Thread: Thick 6mm; Screw Length: 16mm; Square Nut Size: 8 x 4mm (L x D).
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    • ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
  • Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Guard Wing Protector Trim Car Body Kit with Adjustable 8'-11' Support Splitter Rod-Black

    Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...

    • [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
    • [Material] -...
  • Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bumper Fastener Kit(blue) …

    Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...

    • Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...

Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

    • ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...

    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

    GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...

    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
    • 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

    Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...

    • Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
    • Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
    • Compatible with Chrysler:...
  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

    50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...

    • [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
  • A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash Guards Mud Flaps Mudflaps Mudguard Fender Flares for Car Pickup Truck SUV with Hardware Front and Rear

    A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...

    • Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
    • Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
    • Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
    • Color: Black; Material:...

Rims

Coilovers

Decals

  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

    24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...

    • What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
  • 8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals Reflective Car Stickers Automotive Decals Hash Stripe Stickers for 18-21 Inch Wheels Tire Rim Safety Decoration Accessories (Red)

    8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...

    • Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
  • 3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal, 2PCS 3.8' X 0.6' Patriotic Stars Stripe USA Flag Car Stickers for Laptop/Car/Truck/Window/Bumper

    3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...

    • Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
    • Quality: High...
  • Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS Safety Warning Stripe Adhesive Decals, Night Visibility Diamond Grade Reflective Decoration for Bumper, Universal for Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Bicycle

    Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...

    • 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
  • 7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for Car, Mountains Graphic Logo Decals, Premium Badge Decals for Car Trunk Tailgate Emblem, Auto Decoration Accessories Universal for Truck, SUV, Laptop, Wall

    7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...

    • 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
  • Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stickers Car Fire Breather Decals Waterproof Transfer Stickers for Motorcycle Helmet, 6 x 7 Inch

    Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...

    • Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
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Performance

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Maintenance

Towing Capacity
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Wipers size
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