2024 Kia Forte
2024 Kia Forte — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: LX
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2024 Kia Forte snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2024 Kia Forte typically asks about $14,700 versus a $20,990 starting MSRP when new — roughly 70% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2024 Kia Forte in our refresh, though owners have filed 23 complaints — check the component breakdown below.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$14,700
70% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$20,990
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
23
Top: Unknown Or Other
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
4/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2024 Forte?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 23 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
23 complaints · 5 crash-related · 1 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other7
- Electrical System6
- Engine3
- Power Train3
- Air Bags1
- Steering1
- Structure1
- Suspension1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
Embedded from YouTube. We do not host or claim ownership of this video.
2024 Kia Forte LXS - 6 Minute Review
Video by Executive Auto · Watch on YouTube
Photos
How much does a used 2024 Forte cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $14,700 in typical used asking against a $20,990 starting MSRP — roughly 70% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $20,990
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $14,700
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 70% of MSRP
~$6,290 below MSRP
Opens Edmunds. We may earn a referral commission if you use their tools — it doesn't change the price you see. Figures above are model-year starting MSRP and typical asking, not a guaranteed sale price for a specific VIN.
What should a used buyer know about the 2024 Forte?
The 2024 Kia Forte is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The U.S. Forte ended after 2024. This page covers the final model year. The 2024 Kia Forte was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Kia Forte, known as the K3 in Asia, the Forte K3 or Shuma in China, and the Cerato in South America, Australia, New Zealand, and Russia, is a compact car manufactured by South Korean automaker Kia from 2008 until its discontinuation in 2024, replacing the Kia Spectra. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2024 configuration (2024 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD) include an overall score of 4/5, front crash 4/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 4/5. Published 2024 dimensions include overall length 182.7 in, width 70.9 in, height 56.7 in, and wheelbase 106.3 in, with curb weight around 2769.0 lb. EPA fuel economy for a representative 2024 configuration is about 30 city / 41 highway / 34 combined mpg.
- Final U.S. catalog year
- NHTSA overall safety 4/5
- Front crash 4/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- Wheelbase 106.3 in
- Curb weight about 2769.0 lb
- About 182.7 × 70.9 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2024 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 147 hp, 35 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
147 hp
Combined MPG
35 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2024 selected trim (35 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,200
5-year energy
$6,000
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 35 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 182.7 in
- Width
- 70.9 in
- Height
- 56.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 106.3 in
- Curb weight
- 2769.0 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 30
- Highway MPG
- 41
- Combined MPG
- 35
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 4 / 5
- Front crash
- 4 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2024 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | LX | LXS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp | 147 hp |
| Combined MPG | 35 | 35 |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 | 2.0L I4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 147 | — | — | 35 | FWD | |
| 147 | — | — | 35 | FWD | |
| 147 | — | — | 35 | FWD | |
| 201 | 195 | — | 31 | FWD |