2021 Kia Forte MPG

Are you on the hunt for a fuel-efficient sedan that can handle your drives in and around Kearny Mesa? The 2021 Kia Forte can reach an EPA-estimated 41 highway miles per gallon (MPG)! Although you may be wondering, “how does the Kia Forte gas mileage achieve such outstanding specs?” The new Kia Forte MPG ultimately depends on which trim you select as that will determine your engine type and transmission. Learn more about Kia Forte gas mileage with Kearny Mesa Kia, then contact us to arrange a test drive! 

2021 Kia Forte Engine and Transmission Options 

As you’re shopping for a new Kia Forte for sale near San Diego, you’ll notice that this sedan offers two engines and three transmissions to choose from. A 2.0L Inline 4-cylinder engine is the standard option and can get up to an EPA-estimated 41 highway MPG on the automatic transmission. The second available engine is a Turbocharged 1.6L Inline 4-cylinder engine that can reach up to an EPA-estimated 35 highway MPG on the automatic transmission. For both of these engines, you can opt for a manual transmission, but that will deplete some fuel efficiency. 

Kia Forte Gas Mileage and Engines by Trim Level

Now that you know what the available transmissions and engines are, let’s take an in-depth look at how these performance features impact the Kia Forte gas mileage on individual trims:

• Kia Forte FE: 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine – EPA-estimated 27 city mpg/37 highway mpg
• Kia Forte LXS: 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine – EPA-estimated 29 city mpg/40 highway mpg 
• Kia Forte GT-Line: 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine – EPA-estimated 29 city mpg/40 highway mpg
• Kia Forte EX: 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine – EPA-estimated 29 city mpg/40 highway mpg
• Kia Forte GT: 1.6L 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Engine – EPA-estimated 27 city mpg/35 highway mpg
• Kia Forte GT Manual: 1.6L 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Engine – EPA-estimated 25 city mpg/32 highway mpg

Test Drive the Kia Forte at Kearny Mesa Kia 

Now that you know all about the Kia Forte gas mileage, visit our showroom in San Diego to experience this fuel-efficient sedan for yourself! Or, if you’ve found a new Forte in our inventory that you love, don’t hesitate any longer and apply for financing to get pre-approved! You can even take advantage of Kearny Mesa Kia Online Shopper, a convenient feature that allows drivers to choose their vehicle and complete all of the necessary financing or leasing paperwork, right from the comfort of home.