2015 Kia Forte
US · Compact Cars
The 2015 Kia Forte is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 1.8L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- 1.8L · FWD · 6-speed manual
- 2.0L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- Forte 5 · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- Forte 5 · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed manual
- Forte 5 · 2.0L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- Forte Koup · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- Forte Koup · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed manual
- Forte Koup · 2.0L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- Forte Koup · 2.0L · FWD · 6-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.
20V750000: ENGINE
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers…
Reported December 2, 2020. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 6, 2026
Data verified: November 6, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2014 Kia Forte
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.8L 4-cylinder, 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · FWD
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) - 2016 Kia Forte
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.8L 4-cylinder · FWD
30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2015 Kia Forte have?
Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Kia Forte?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2015 Kia Forte front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2015 Kia Forte?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.