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2012 Kia Forte

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MPG: City 23/Hwy 31 Max Seating: 5
Doors: 2 Engine: 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain: FWD Transmission: Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic
EPA Class: Compact Cars Body Style: Coupe
Country of Origin: Korea Country of Assembly: Korea
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Exterior Colors Availability MFG Code
Black, Ebony 
(Req's an Interior Color on LX, EX Sedans & Hatchbacks & SX) (Req's Black Interior Color on EX Coupes)
 Available  
Blue, Corsa Metallic 
(Req's Black Interior Color)
 Available  
Red, Racing 
(Req's an Interior Color)
 Available  
Silver, Bright Metallic 
(Req's an Interior Color on LX, EX Hatchbacks & SX) (Req's Stone Interior Color on EX Sedans) (Req's Black Interior Color on EX Coupes)
 Available  
Titanium, Metallic 
(Req's an Interior Color)
 Available  
White, Clear 
(Req's Stone Interior Color on EX Hatchbacks) (Req's an Interior Color on LX, EX Coupes & SX Hatchbacks)
 Available  
Interior Colors Availability MFG Code
Black 
Req's Black, Blue, Silver, Titanium or White Exterior Color on EX Coupes) (Req's Black, Red or Titanium Exterior Color on EX Hatchbacks) (Req's Black, Titanium or Snow White Exterior Color on EX Sedans) (Req's an Exterior Color on SX)
 Available  
Engine Availability MFG Code
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter  Standard  
Transmission Availability MFG Code
Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic  Standard  
Accessory Equipment Packages Availability MFG Code
Leather Pkg 
(N/A w/Mirror-EA or EH) (Req's Moon Roof-MR) [Includes] Inside Automatic Day/Night Mirror w/Compass, Leather Surfaced Seat Trim & Heated Front Seats.
 Available [LEA]
Technology Pkg 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM) (Req's Moon Roof-MR & Leather Pkg-LEA on SX) (Req's Moon Roof-MR or Premium Pkg-PT on EX) [Includes] Automatic Air Conditioning, Push Button Engine Start, Illuminated Keyless Remote Control Entry System w/Smart Key, Front Fog Lights, Automatic On-Off Headlamp Control, Navigation System w/Voice Activation, R/V Camera & SiriusXM Real-Time Traffic Information.
 Available [TEK]
Comfort and Convenience Availability MFG Code
Engine Start, Push Button (PIO) 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM) (Std w/Technology Pkg-TCK & TEK) [Includes] Illuminated Keyless Remote Control Entry System w/Smart Key.
 Available [RS]
Interior Availability MFG Code
Floor Mats, Carpeted  Standard [CF]
Roof and Glass Availability MFG Code
Moon Roof, Power Glass  Available [MR]
Lighting and Mirrors Availability MFG Code
Mirror, Inside Automatic Day/Night w/Compass (PIO) 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM or Leather Pkg-LEA) [Includes] Garage Door Opener.
 Available [EH]
Mirror, Inside Automatic Day/Night w/Compass (PIO) 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM or Leather Pkg-LEA)
 Available [EA]
Exterior Availability MFG Code
Spoiler, Rear (PIO) 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM)
 Available [S4]
Cargo and Towing Availability MFG Code
Cargo Net, (PIO) 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM)
 Available [CN]
Cargo Tray, (PIO) 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM)
 Available [CT]
Wheels Availability MFG Code
Wheel Locks, (PIO) 
(N/A w/Fuel Economy Pkg-EM) (Req's Premium Pkg-PT on EX Sedans)
 Available [WL]
Tires Availability MFG Code
P215/45R17  Standard  
Powertrain
Engine 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Horsepower 173 @ 6000 RPM
Torque 168 @ 4000 RPM
Gas Mileage City 23/Hwy 31
Bore x Stroke 3.46 x 3.82
Compression Ratio 10.5
Fuel Type Gas
Fuel Induction Multi Fuel Induction
Valve Train Dual Overhead Cam
Valves Per Cylinder 4
Total Number Valves 16
Transmission Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sportmatic
Drivetrain FWD
Transfer Case -
Dimensions
Fuel Capacity 13.7 gallons
Wheel Base 104.3 inches
Overall Length 176.4 inches
Width with Mirrors 69.5 inches
Width without Mirrors -
Height 55.1 inches
Curb Weight 2891 lbs.
Tires / Wheel Size P215/45R17
Rear Tires / Wheel Size -
Turning Radius 33.9 feet
Standard Axle Ratio -
Minimum Ground Clearance 5.5 inches
Maximum Ground Clearance -
Maximum GVWR -
Maximum Towing -
Payload Base Capacity -
Head Room: Front 38.7 inches
Head Room: Rear 35.3 inches
Leg Room: Front 43.6 inches
Leg Room: Rear 33.9 inches
Shoulder Room: Front 55.7 inches
Shoulder Room: Rear 52.4 inches
EPA Passenger -
EPA Trunk or Cargo 12.6 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior 90.7 cu.ft.
Truck Bed Volume -
 
Safety
Standard Airbag Driver
Passenger
Front Head Curtain
Front Side
Rear Head Curtain
Child Door Locks Standard
Engine Immobilizer Not Available
Traction Control Standard
Communication System -
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Warranty Information
Basic 5 years or 60000 miles
Powertrain 5 years or 60000 miles
Corrosion/Rust Thru 5 years or 100000 miles
Roadside Assistance Program 5 years or 60000 miles
Non-Transferable Powertrain 10 years or 100000 miles
Hybrid Components -
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