Used Kia Forte for Sale nearSt. John's, NL

How much does the Kia Forte cost in today's market?

Used Kia Forte prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Kia Forte's current nationwide average price is $16,164 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $16,164 CAD.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Kia Forte a good car?

Yes — the Kia Forte is a strong used-car pick if you want value, comfort, and efficiency in a compact sedan. The all-generations owner rating is 4.55/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Forte for its stylish design, reliable feel, fuel efficiency, comfortable ride, and modern technology. Many also highlight its overall value for money and solid handling.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs across the recent expert-reviewed years centre on the base engine’s modest performance, road noise, and lower crash-test results.

28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Forte models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Forte’s value, fuel efficiency, comfortable ride, and modern technology as recurring strengths. Across the model years in the data, shoppers also repeatedly praise its overall practicality and everyday usability.

• Owners rate the Kia Forte between 3.25 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you choose carefully and prioritise a well-kept example with the equipment and condition you want.

What should I look for when buying a used Kia Forte?

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: According to Natural Resources Canada, a Kia Forte with the base 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine can be expected to consume 8.2 litres per 100 kilometres in city driving, 6.0 on the highway, and 7.2 combined. Opt for the GT Limited and its turbo 1.6-litre engine, and those fuel economy figures rise to 8.7 L/100 km city, 6.6 hwy, and 7.8 combined.
• Safety package: In Canada, most driver assistance and safety features other than airbags and electronic stability control are not standard and come in at the EX trim, one level up from base. This includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, a driver attention monitor, a tire pressure monitoring system, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. The EX Premium adds an advanced forward collision assist warning and adaptive cruise control, while Kia’s Highway Driving Assist system is equipped on the GT-Line and GT Limited.
• Infotainment: Supporting Forte trims come standard with an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen while the GT-Line and GT Limited receive a 10.25-inch display with onboard navigation. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included with all models.

Which Kia Forte trim should I buy?

The 2023 Kia Forte offers these trims:

• LX: The entry trim keeps the Forte affordable and gives you the core value proposition, including the standard 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the 2.0-litre engine. It suits shoppers who want the lowest-cost way into the model.
• EX: This is the best-value trim for many buyers because it adds the driver-assistance suite, including forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, a driver attention monitor, a tire pressure monitoring system, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
• EX Premium: This trim adds advanced forward collision assist warning and adaptive cruise control, making it a strong choice if you want more convenience and highway assistance.
• GT-Line: This trim brings the larger 10.25-inch display with onboard navigation and Kia’s Highway Driving Assist system, along with a more distinctive appearance.
• GT Limited: This is the performance-focused trim, with the 1.6-litre turbocharged engine, seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, sport-tuned suspension, LED fog lights, bold red accents, and the premium eight-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.

What Kia Forte do most buyers choose?

The Kia Forte years with the most listings are 2022, 2023, and 2024.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a strong mix of availability, newer features, and a wide spread of prices. That makes it easier to compare listings and find a version that fits your budget.

What is the Kia Forte's resale value?

The table shows broad year-over-year price declines across the Forte range, which is good news if you are shopping used. Newer model years are also falling, but at a somewhat smaller pace than many older ones, which helps keep recent examples within reach.

The 2017, 2024, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Kia Forte safe?

• 2023: 5/10
• 2022: 7/10

In Canada, most driver assistance and safety features other than airbags and electronic stability control are not standard and come in at the EX trim, one level up from base.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Kia Forte now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2023 model is at −11.68% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −12.38%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 29.1% good and great deals, and the 2022 model has 35.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $18,685 CAD. The Kia Forte offers a comfortable ride and strong everyday value, which makes it easy to live with as a used compact sedan.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.