2012 Kia Forte Koup SX
THIS VEHICLE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING FEATURES AND OPTIONS: Leather Package (Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Heated Front Seats, and Leather Seat Trim), 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, 7.0" x 17" 10-Spoke Alloy Wheels, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SIRIUS, Anti-whiplash front head restraints, Brake assist, Bumpers: body-color, CD player, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Front anti-roll bar, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest w/Storage, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Front wheel independent suspension, Fully automatic headlights, Heated door mirrors, Illuminated entry, Leather Shift Knob, Low tire pressure warning, MP3 decoder, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Power door mirrors, Power steering, Power Sunroof w/Tilt, Power windows, Radio: AM/FM/CD/MP3/Satellite Audio System, Rear window defroster, Remote keyless entry, Speed control, Speed-sensing steering, Split folding rear seat, Sport Cloth Seat Trim, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, and Variably intermittent wipers.
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Awards:
* 2012 KBB.com Total Cost of Ownership Awards
Reviews:
* If youâre looking for an affordable compact car with styling and features well beyond its humble $16,000 asking price, one of the three 2012 Kia Forte compact cars is bound to catch your eye. Those worried about long-term reliability should take comfort in Kiaâs continually improving reliability ratings, as well as its impressively long warranty. Source: KBB.com
Used 2012 KiaForte Koup SX
- Exterior Color
- Ebony Black
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 116,564 miles
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 DOHC CVVT
- VIN
- KNAFW6A35C5513978
- Stock Number
- UL18910B
Kia
Forte Koup
Included Packages & Accessories
- 7.0" x 17" 10-Spoke Alloy Wheels
- Sport Cloth Seat Trim
- Radio: AM/FM/CD/MP3/Satellite Audio System
- Power Sunroof w/Tilt
- Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- AM/FM radio: SIRIUS
- Front Center Armrest w/Storage
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Trip computer
- Traction control
- Tilt steering wheel
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Split folding rear seat
- Speed-sensing steering
- Speed control
- Remote keyless entry
- Rear window defroster
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Power door mirrors
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Passenger door bin
- Panic alarm
- Overhead console
- Overhead airbag
- Outside temperature display
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Low tire pressure warning
- Illuminated entry
- Heated door mirrors
- Fully automatic headlights
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Front reading lights
- Front fog lights
- Front anti-roll bar
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Dual front impact airbags
- Driver vanity mirror
- Driver door bin
- CD player
- Bumpers: body-color
- Brake assist
- Anti-whiplash front head restraints
- Alloy wheels
- Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
- ABS brakes
- Tachometer
- Leather Shift Knob
- Front Bucket Seats
- Electronic Stability Control
- Air Conditioning
- 6 Speakers
- MP3 decoder
- Leather Seat Trim
- Leather Package
- Heated Front Seats
Included Packages & Options
- Leather Package$1,000
- Leather Seat Trim
- Heated Front Seats
Included Options
- Power Sunroof w/Tilt$750
Detailed Specifications
- 1st and 2nd row curtain head airbags
- 4-wheel ABS Brakes
- ABS and Driveline Traction Control
- Audio controls on steering wheel
- Audio system memory card slot
- Braking Assist
- Cargo area light
- Clock: In-dash
- Cloth seat upholstery
- Coil front spring
- Coil rear spring
- Cruise control
- Cruise controls on steering wheel
- Digital Audio Input
- Driver Seat Head Restraint Whiplash Protection
- Dual illuminated vanity mirrors
- Dusk sensing headlights
- External temperature display
- Fold forward seatback rear seats
- Front Independent Suspension
- Front Seat Type : Sport bucket
- Front Stabilizer Bar : Bar
- Front Ventilated disc brakes
- Front fog/driving lights
- Front reading lights
- Fuel Capacity: 13.7 gal.
- Fuel Consumption: City: 22 mpg
- Fuel Consumption: Highway: 32 mpg
- Fuel Type: Regular unleaded
- Head Restraint Whiplash Protection with Passenger Seat
- Heated driver mirror
- Heated passenger mirror
- In-Dash single CD player
- Independent front suspension classification
- Instrumentation: Low fuel level
- Interior air filtration
- Leather/metal-look shift knob trim
- Leather/metal-look steering wheel trim
- MP3 player
- Manual front air conditioning
- Manufacturer's 0-60mph acceleration time (seconds): 8.2 s
- Max cargo capacity: 13 cu.ft.
- Mechanical remote trunk release
- Metal-look center console trim
- Metal-look door trim
- Passenger Airbag
- Piano black dash trim
- Power remote driver mirror adjustment
- Power remote passenger mirror adjustment
- Power windows
- Privacy glass: Light
- Rear bench
- Remote power door locks
- SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite Radio
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio(TM)
- Semi-independent rear suspension
- Side airbag
- Silver aluminum rims
- Speed Sensitive Audio Volume Control
- Speed-proportional power steering
- Stability control
- Strut front suspension
- Suspension class: Sport
- Tachometer
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Torsion beam rear suspension
- Total Number of Speakers: 6
- Trip computer
- Turn signal in mirrors
- Vehicle Emissions: ULEV II
- Wheel Diameter: 17
- Wheel Width: 7
- Wireless phone connectivity
Standard Features
- Leather Seat Trim
- Heated Front Seats
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

Overall4.5Out of 5
- 5.0
Dependable, comfortable, good mpg
By rogern1967 | on Tuesday, March 13, 2012
I purchased the "ad" car that was featured in my local Kia dealer's newspaper ad--it is the base model Forte with manual transmission, manual window, manual locks. It is a basic package, and exactly what I was looking for! Now with 20,000 miles, I can review with experience. Fuel consumption: worst: 31mpg, best 38 mpg--averaging 33-34. Interior: lots of plastic, most of it has a soft surface and scratches easily. Left door panel nicked from when I release my seat belt and clasp is drawn over to the left--it slams into the door panel. Seat upholstery stains easily, Carpet, if you can call it that, is very thin.In short, it is an inexpensive car with an inexpensive interior. Infotainment: I like the Bluetooth enabled audio system. I regularly stream content from my BlackBerry, and the connection is dependably seamless. The microphone however is quite tinny--when I speak on the telephone, the person on the other end frequently has difficulty understanding me. Mechanical: No dependability issues. I have observed however that when the engine is cold, there is a noticeable "ticking" noise in the upper engine/valvetrain. I have found other Kia/Hyundai owners of cars with the same engine on message boards who observe the same type of sound. Several took their cars to dealers who called it "normal". I choose not to waste my time in this manner, so I will rely on my 100,000 mile warranty on this issue if there is a problem. Misc: The TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) warning light has falsely reported under inflated tires twice. The light self-corrected within a few days both times. Serviceability: I do all my own maintenance. The engine bay is spacious and items like the oil and air filters, spark plugs, and drive belts all appear to be easily serviceable. Engine uses no oil between service intervals. Tires are wearing evenly (rotated at 12,000 miles) Summary: I was looking for an inexpensive, dependable commuter car with good MPG. I found the Kia to be the best value in the segment, and I do not regret my decision.… - 5.0
Kia Forte SX 2010 best small car overall
By Jerichoken | on Thursday, October 08, 2020
This car has the larger 2.4l engine and performed well. Only warranty issue was a water pump at 95,000 miles and it was completely covered. The body and undercarriage has held up well in the heavily salted and brine treated roads of northern New England. Front seats are okay for short trips, not so comfortable for multiple hour rides.… - 5.0
2011 Kia Forte SX 5 Door Hatchback Fun!
By LiverpoolGeorge | on Saturday, September 10, 2011
This car is a heck of a lot of fun to drive. Mine has the optional sun roof and six speed automatic transmission, both of which I highly recommend. The SX 5 door has a 2.4 liter engine that has plenty of zip. Gas mileage suffers some (about 25 MPG around town, 30 HWY), but because I derive so much enjoyment driving it, the lesser gas mileage compared to the 2.0 version really doesn't bother me. (I owned a 2010 Forte 2.0 sedan and the thing would hardly get out of its own way. Also, the steering on that vehicle was ghastly on the highway.) The six speed transmission shifts smooth as silk in full auto. Convert to manual with stick or paddle shifters and it's a bit rough for sure. I very much hate the fact that Kia did not put a 3rd-5th gear lock out used for limiting the transmission to those ranges. I would have preferred that arrangement to the manual stick or paddle shifters they have on the auto transmission. It would have been very nice to keep the car up to only forth gear traveling, say, up to 40 MPH. Instead you must constantly shift manually to limit it. This is the only VERY negative design deficiency I have found in the Forte 5 door in what otherwise is a very well designed vehicle. The steering on the 2011 SX is smooth and responsive. It makes the car nimble and easy to complete quick agile maneuvers. Brakes are fantastic allowing you to stop on a dime. As far as styling, I really like the appearance of the 5 door infinitely better than the old lady looking sedan. And as far as the 17" alloy wheels, I feel they are as sleek looking as anything on the road. I'm in my fifties now, but I really feel that the entire styling of this vehicle will appeal to the young as well as the young at heart! Combine all this fun with a great new car warranty and a very reasonable price tag, and you have a winner here. But don't take my word for it, go see one and drive it for yourself!…
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