The 2014 Kia Forte EX is a well equipped compact sedan that blends strong fuel economy, modern features, and a smooth driving experience making it a popular choice for value focused shoppers. Powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder GDI engine producing 173 horsepower and 154 lb/ft of torque, it delivers responsive acceleration while maintaining an EPA-estimated 24 MPG city and 36 MPG highway for efficient daily commuting.
Inside, the Forte EX offers a comfortable cabin with premium cloth seating, Bluetooth connectivity, USB/aux inputs, and available upgrades such as dual zone automatic climate control, navigation, and a rear camera display. With seating for five and 14.9 cu/ft of trunk space, it provides practical room for passengers and cargo alike.
The exterior features a sleek, aerodynamic design with projector headlights, available 17-inch alloy wheels, and optional LED positioning lights, giving the Forte EX a modern, upscale look. Safety is supported by six airbags, ABS, stability control, and a rigid uni-body structure.
With its blend of efficiency, technology, and refined styling, the 2014 Kia Forte EX remains a standout option for drivers seeking reliability and comfort in a compact sedan.
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Awards:
* 2014 KBB.com 10 Best Sedans Under $25,000 * 2014 KBB.com 10 Best Used Compact Cars Under $10,000 * 2014 KBB.com Brand Image Awards * 2014 KBB.com 10 Tech-Savviest Cars Under $20,000
2014 Kia Forte EX
- Used
The overview
- Exterior Color
- Aurora Black
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 133,792 miles
- Body/Seating
- Sedan/5 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 24/36 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- Engine
- I-4 cyl
- VIN
- KNAFX4A86E5058493
- Stock Number
- 2U3325A
The highlights
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Split folding rear seat
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Fully automatic headlights
- Alloy wheels
- Heated door mirrors
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Speed-sensing steering
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- CD player
- CD-R compatible
- Internal memory capacity (GB): 1 GB
- Smart device integration
- Speakers: 6
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Leather shift knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: Not Available
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.0L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 24mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 28mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 36mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 13.2gal.
- Horsepower: 173hp @ 6,500RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Manual-shift auto: Sportmatic
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 154 lb.-ft. @ 4,700RPM
- Transmission: 6 speed automatic
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Compression ratio: 11.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,287kg (2,837lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 81.0mm x 97.0mm (3.19" x 3.82")
- Engine displacement: 2.0 L
- Engine torque: 154 lb.-ft. @ 4,700RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,781mm (70.1")
- Exterior height: 1,435mm (56.5")
- Exterior length: 4,559mm (179.5")
- Front headroom: 993mm (39.1")
- Front hiproom: 1,367mm (53.8")
- Front legroom: 1,072mm (42.2")
- Front shoulder room: 1,425mm (56.1")
- Greenhouse Gas Score (GG): 7
- Interior maximum rear cargo volume: 422 L (15 cu.ft.)
- Interior rear cargo volume: 422 L (15 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 947mm (37.3")
- Rear hiproom: 1,349mm (53.1")
- Rear legroom: 912mm (35.9")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,394mm (54.9")
- Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
- Wheelbase: 2,700mm (106.3")
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.2out of 5 overall- 5.0
Best car I've ever owned.
by Shawn C on 11/2/2025 3:20:56 AM
I bought my car brand new out of Tacoma and I drove it for 7 years but 85,000 plus miles on it and drove it all over the western United States trips to Texas, 4 trips to San Diego and back to Tacoma was absolutely no problem. I'm a big guy in this car had great room and even with my big size and the car loaded down they ran like a champ on the freeway. I traded it in a year ago and I've regretted it ever since I'll give up my brand new car to get into another Forte5 if I can find one without too many miles on it. - 5.0
Get's the Job Done
by JBear on 7/9/2025 8:35:11 PM
I purchased this car in August of 2018 with 29K miles. Now it's got 228K miles and it's been very reliable. It's just the base LX model with no options, except for the Aurora Black exterior color. It's roomy inside and the trunk is a good size. It rides decent, but don't blazing fast acceleration. It's super fuel efficient which helped a lot when gas prices spiked. Now with rust starting and getting into some big repairs, it's time to replace it. It get's you from here to there very dependably and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a basic, fuel efficient compact car to get you around. - 5.0
Forte lover
by Djbowler325 on 11/18/2024 5:57:02 AM
Good gas. CHANGE YOUR OIL. This car is has a 11.5/1 compression ratio you idiots. That's HIGH PERFORMANCE. And DIRECT INJECTION. Keep your oil topped off. Kia warranties this motor for FIFTEEN freaking years or 150,000 MILES.