2022 Kia Forte
Specs, fuel economy, oil capacity, recalls, and reliability for the 2022 Kia Forte.
- Engine
- 1.6L 4-cyl
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Transmission
- Manual 6-spd
- Fuel type
- Regular
- Vehicle class
- Midsize Cars
- City MPG
- 22
- Highway MPG
- 31
- Combined MPG
- 26
- Est. annual fuel cost
- $1,700
Forte reliability score
76/ 100Good
Scored from NHTSA consumer complaint volume and severity for this model year. Most-reported component: Unknown Or Other.
- Complaints
- 35
- Crashes
- 5
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 4
2022 Forte oil capacity & type
- Viscosity
- 0W-20
- Oil type
- Full Synthetic
- Capacity (with filter)
- 4.2 qt
- Capacity (without filter)
- 3.8 qt
- OEM spec
- API SP
- OEM oil filter
- Kia 26300-35505
- Drain plug torque
- 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs)
- Drain plug socket
- 17 mm
2022 Kia Forte recalls
1 NHTSA safety recall on file.
- 22V304000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the…
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
What's on this 2022 Kia Forte page
- Kia Forte engine specs and horsepower
- EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Forte — city, highway, and combined MPG
- Oil capacity and recommended viscosity for the Forte
- Active NHTSA safety recalls and technical service bulletins
- Reliability score and commonly reported Forte issues
- Towing & payload ratings (for Kia trucks and SUVs)
- Manufacturer maintenance schedule by mileage
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