2023 Kia Forte
Specs, fuel economy, oil capacity, recalls, and reliability for the 2023 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
Scored from NHTSA consumer complaint volume and severity for this model year. Most-reported component: Steering.
- Complaints
- 85
- Crashes
- 13
- Fires
- 5
- Injuries
- 6
2023 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
2023 Kia Forte recalls
3 NHTSA safety recalls on file.
- 22V906000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in…
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- 23V649000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to…
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 24V244000
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to…
Front lower control arm failure can cause a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What's on this 2023 Kia Forte page
- Kia Forte engine specs and horsepower
- EPA fuel economy for the 2023 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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