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Kia Forte LX

General information

ModelKia Forte LX
Year2010
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1997 ccm (121.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel city driving9.4 litres/100 km (25.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.9 litres/100 km (33.99 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1997 ccm (121.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power158.00 PS (116 kW or 156 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque195.26 Nm (19.9 kgf-m or 144.0 ft.lbs) at 4300 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection. Multi-point fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Passenger space2747 litres (726 gallons)
Cargo space425 litres (112 gallons)
Optional cargo space570 litres (151 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control
Turn circle12 m (452.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS)
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionSemi independent

Dimensions and weight

Max weight with load1228 kg (2,707.3 pounds)
Overall length4540 mm (178.7 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD13735
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