Used Kia Forte for Sale near Wellington, ON

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 $16,203 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $16,133 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 everyday practicality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Forte for its stylish design, fuel efficiency, comfortable ride, and overall value for money. Across the model years, the car also earns repeat praise for modern technology and a reassuring sense of reliability.

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

The main trade-offs centre on the base engine, cabin noise, and crash-test results on some years. Even so, the Forte remains appealing because it gives you a lot of equipment and usability for the money.

29.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Kia Forte models reliable?

Owners repeatedly describe the Forte as reliable, efficient, and easy to live with, while expert reviews highlight its strong value and well-rounded everyday character. The model also earns praise for comfort and modern technology across multiple years.

• Owners rate the Kia Forte between 3.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable overall, especially if you choose a well-maintained example with a clean service history.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: 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
• Infotainment: an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; GT-Line and GT Limited models add a 10.25-inch display with onboard navigation
• Fuel efficiency: 8.2 litres per 100 kilometres in city driving, 6.0 on the highway, and 7.2 combined; GT Limited models return 8.7 L/100 km city, 6.6 hwy, and 7.8 combined

Which Kia Forte trim should I buy?

The 2023 Kia Forte offers these trims:

• LX: the entry point, with the 2.0-litre engine, CVT, 8-inch touchscreen, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto; a smart choice if you want the lowest-cost way into the Forte lineup.
• EX: the best-value trim, adding the driver-assistance suite, LED headlights and taillights, 16-inch alloy wheels, and the wireless charging pad.
• EX Premium: adds Kia Connect connected services and advanced forward collision assist warning with adaptive cruise control.
• GT-Line: adds the 10.25-inch display with onboard navigation and Kia’s Highway Driving Assist system.
• GT Limited: the most performance-focused trim, with the 1.6-litre turbo engine, seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, sport-tuned suspension, Harman Kardon audio, LED fog lights, bold red accents, and 18-inch sport alloy wheels.

What Kia Forte do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choice in trims, colours, and mileage, which makes it easier to compare similar cars side by side. They also tend to be the years shoppers focus on most when looking for a balance of price, features, and availability.

What is the Kia Forte's resale value?

Most Forte model years are showing double-digit year-over-year price declines, which creates more room for used buyers to find value. The pattern also suggests that newer examples have softened meaningfully, so recent model years can be especially attractive if you want more features without paying new-car pricing.

The 2017, 2015, 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

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 −11.09% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −12.75%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 32.9% good and great deals, and the 2022 model has 31.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $20,287 CAD. The Kia Forte offers a well-rounded mix of comfort, value, and everyday usability. If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2022 Kia Forte compare to the 2022 Hyundai Elantra?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2022 Kia Forte:

• Pros: Spacious, Impressive technology, Excellent value for money.
• Cons: Underwhelming base engine, Noisy, Unimpressive NHTSA crash-test rating.

2022 Hyundai Elantra:

• Pros: Stylish design, Fuel-efficient, Excellent value for money.
• Cons: Underwhelming base engine, Uncomfortable seats, Noisy.

Our experts score the 2022 Kia Forte 7.8/10 and the 2022 Hyundai Elantra 8.7/10. The Forte leans into space and technology, while the Elantra adds a more stylish design and stronger fuel efficiency. Both share an underwhelming base engine and excellent value for money, but the Forte’s noisy cabin and crash-test concerns contrast with the Elantra’s uncomfortable seats and noise.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.