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Kia Forte 5 II (facelift 2017) 1.6 T-GDI (201 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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)
5 II (facelift 2017) Overview:
Kia Forte (5 II (facelift 2017)). With 264 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1412 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 T-GDI (201 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a noticeable boost in performance, making the Forte5 feel much more energetic and engaging. The turbocharged engine provides strong acceleration, especially in the mid-range.
Fuel Economy
Considering the significant power increase, the fuel economy remains quite reasonable, though it's the least efficient of the lineup as expected for a performance-oriented engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Attractive styling, especially after the facelift
- • Spacious interior and generous cargo capacity for a compact hatchback
- • Available powerful and engaging 1.6 T-GDI engine
- • Strong value proposition with a good standard feature set
- • Excellent warranty coverage
Cons:
- • Base 2.0 GDI engine can feel underpowered for some drivers
- • Interior materials can feel a bit cheap in lower trims
- • Road noise can be noticeable at highway speeds
- • Rear suspension is semi-independent, impacting ride quality slightly compared to rivals
- • No AWD option available
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Koup: 2013 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Forte |
| Generation: | 5 II (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 T-GDI (201 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 201 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Torque: | 264 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm. |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 142.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1412 |
| Max. weight: | 1840 |
| Max load: | 428 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 657 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4350 mm mm [180mm less] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| 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 |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Kia Forte?