2010 Kia Forte fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2010 Kia Forte. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 30 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 27 city / 36 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 26 to 30 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 27 and 36 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,250 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forte Automatic 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 30 MPG | $2,250 |
| Forte Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 MPG | $2,400 |
| Forte Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 28 MPG | $2,400 |
| Forte Automatic 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG | $2,600 |
| Forte Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG | $2,600 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,250 per year in fuel, versus $2,600 for the least efficient.