2022 Kia Forte fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2022 Kia Forte. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 35 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 31 city / 41 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 26 to 35 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 31 and 41 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $1,900 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 FE Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 41 | 35 MPG | $1,900 |
| Forte Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 39 | 33 MPG | $2,050 |
| Forte Automatic (AM-S7) | 4-cyl 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 MPG | $2,250 |
| Forte Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 26 MPG | $2,600 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $1,900 per year in fuel, versus $2,600 for the least efficient.