Generation 3, BD

Kia Forte Sedan

01.2018 - 10.2021 · United States

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Generation 3, BD

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Choosing a Kia Forte

Kia Forte, Generation 3, BD, USA market. This overview covers 13 recorded trim entries associated with this generation (01.2018 - 10.2021). The same trim name may occur in several production periods.

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Overview based on recorded specifications: 13 trim entries. Specification source ↗

Seats: 5
Engine codes: G4FJ, G4NH
Engine displacement, cc: 1591–1999
Drive layout: Front-wheel drive
Transmission: CVT, Manual 6, Automated manual 7
Wheelbase, mm: 2700
Ground clearance, mm: 135
Fuel: Petrol AI-95

Equipment and practical details

Kia Forte · Generation 3, BD · USA · 01.2018 - 10.2021. These features occur in different versions of this generation. They are not a shared specification for every car: check the selected trim for the equipment you need and how it operates.

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Folding rear seats: This changes the balance between passenger and luggage space. Check whether the folded surface is level and whether long items can pass through.
MacPherson front suspension: For a version with MacPherson front suspension, identify parts by body code and specification. The layout name alone does not establish that struts and springs are interchangeable.
Multi-link rear suspension: For a version with multi-link rear suspension, identify parts by drivetrain and body code. The layout name does not establish a link count or identical settings across all specifications.
Rear torsion-beam suspension: For a version with a rear torsion beam, confirm the suspension specification and mountings in the parts catalogue. Check the rear layout separately from the front suspension.
Wireless phone charging: Test it with your own phone and check that the device stays on the pad. A USB socket does not establish wireless charging capability.
Blind-spot monitoring: Check the mirror indicators and system settings. Operating conditions depend on the specification and are described in the vehicle manual.

Specifications and technical details

13 versions

2.0 L, 147 hp, petrol, CVT, front-wheel drive

G4NH · CVT · Front-wheel drive

Specification	Production period	Compare
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD LX	09.2018 - 09.2019
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD FEBase grade	09.2018 - 09.2019
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD S	09.2018 - 09.2019
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD EXUpper grade	09.2018 - 09.2019
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD Launch EditionTop grade	09.2018 - 09.2019
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD FEBase grade	09.2019 - 10.2021
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD LXS	09.2019 - 10.2021
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD EXTop grade	09.2019 - 10.2021
2.0 MPI CVT 2WD GT LineUpper grade	09.2019 - 10.2021

2.0 L, 147 hp, petrol, manual transmission, front-wheel drive

G4NH · 6-speed manual · Front-wheel drive

Specification	Production period	Compare
2.0 MPI MT 2WD FE	09.2018 - 09.2019
2.0 MPI MT 2WD FE	09.2019 - 10.2021

1.6 L, 201 hp, petrol, manual transmission, front-wheel drive

G4FJ · 6-speed manual · Front-wheel drive

Specification	Production period	Compare
1.6 GDI MT 2WD GT	09.2019 - 10.2021

1.6 L, 201 hp, petrol, automated transmission, front-wheel drive

G4FJ · 7-speed automated manual · Front-wheel drive

Specification	Production period	Compare
1.6 GDI DCT 2WD GT	09.2019 - 10.2021

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