2021 Kia Forte Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, drivers really appreciate the Kia Forte for its value, fuel efficiency, and modern technology features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Many agree that it offers great safety ratings and is fun to drive. However, some have noted minor annoyances such as a very loud horn when locking the doors."
Good economical vehicle for daily driving. The vehicle has basic needs for modern day driving. Good basic manufacturer model warranty and dependable usage.
January 27, 2025The Kia Forte rated by JD Powers with best initial quality of any compact sedan. It offers Apple Car Play/ Android Auto, & has safety features at a price no other manufacturer can come close to. It is the best value compact sedan period!
March 14, 2021A base model car like this is missing nothing else. Apple CarPlay and Android CarPlay being supported are my best features found is this car.. The backup camera is second to none so I give this car a thumbs up.
January 23, 2024What owners say
Good economical vehicle for daily driving. The vehicle has basic needs for modern day driving. Good basic manufacturer model warranty and dependable usage.
January 27, 2025The Kia Forte rated by JD Powers with best initial quality of any compact sedan. It offers Apple Car Play/ Android Auto, & has safety features at a price no other manufacturer can come close to. It is the best value compact sedan period!
March 14, 2021A base model car like this is missing nothing else. Apple CarPlay and Android CarPlay being supported are my best features found is this car.. The backup camera is second to none so I give this car a thumbs up.
January 23, 2024Good value. Compare to hyundai elantra Good safety rating. Fun to drive.
January 22, 2022I really like this car, very sporty for something so inexpensive! My only complaint so far is that the horn blares extremely loudly when locking the doors.
October 8, 2021Great car for what I want good on gas mileage. Heated steering and he’d seats
August 19, 2021Trims & specs
Base MSRP N/A | Seating N/A |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP N/A | Seating N/A |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $22,790 | Seating 5 |
Engine 1.6L 201 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 15.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 31 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $17,890 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.0L 147 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 15.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 36 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $19,390 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.0L 147 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 15.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 34 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP N/A | Seating N/A |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $20,490 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.0L 147 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 15.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 34 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP N/A | Seating N/A |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $23,090 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.0L 147 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 15.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG 34 | Drivetrain FWD |
Pricing trends
MSRP range
$17,890 - $23,090
Current avg. market price
$16,163
Trending down by 0.9% this month
May 2026 - October 2026
