Kia Forte 2014-2018

The Kia Forte underwent notable improvements in its 2014-2018 iteration, establishing itself as a strong contender in the compact car segment. The exterior received a sleek redesign with a more aerodynamic profile, a signature Kia grille, and stylish lighting elements, enhancing its visual appeal. Available in sedan, coupe, and hatchback body styles, the Forte catered to various preferences while maintaining its reputation for affordability.

Inside the cabin, the Forte featured a well-crafted interior with improved materials and spacious seating. Technological advancements included features like a user-friendly infotainment system with touchscreen displays, smartphone integration, and advanced safety technologies, such as forward collision and lane departure warnings. The 2014-2018 Kia Forte successfully blended style, practicality, and modern amenities, making it a competitive choice in the compact car market and appealing to a wide range of consumers.

Kia Forte specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Chassis

• Type: YD

Engine 1.6L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Oil certification: API
• Oil capacity: 4.8 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 1.6L 4-Cylinder: 0.032”

Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Oil capacity: 4.2 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.0L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity: 50 l (13.2 US gal.)

Automatic transaxle fluid

• Type: ATF SP-IV (Recommended Kia genuine, MICHANG, SK, NOCA)
• Capacity:
  • 1.6 MPI Engine: 7.3 l (7.7 US qt.)
  • 2.0 MPI Engine: 7.1 l (7.5 US qt.)

Manual Transaxle fluid

• Type: SAE 70W, API GL-4, TGO-9 (Recommended: SK HK MTF 70W, SHELL SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W MTF, GS CALTEX GS MTF HD 70W)
• Capacity:
  • 2.0 Engine 6.6l (6.9 US qt.)
  • 2.4 Engine 7.6l (8.0 US qt.)

Dual-clutch transmission fluid

• Type: SAE 70W, API GL-4 (Recommended SK HK DCTF 70W, SHELL SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W DCTF, GS CALTEX GS DCTF HD 70W)
• Capacity: 
  • Gasoline Engine 1.6 T-GDI Engine: 1.9 ~ 2.0 l (2.01 ~ 2.11 US qt.)
  • Diesel Engine: U II 1.6 VGT : 1.9 ~ 2.0 l (2.01 ~ 2.11 US qt.)

Coolant

• Type: Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water (Ethylene-glycol with phosphate-based coolant for cooling device)
• Capacity: 
  • 2.0 MPI Engine Manual transaxle: 6.0 l (6.34 US qt.)
  • 2.0 MPI Engine Automatic transaxle: 5.9 l (6.23 US qt.)
  • 1.6 MPI Engine Manual transaxle: 5.9 l (6.87 US qt.)
  • 1.6 MPI Engine Automatic transaxle: 5.8 l (6.76 US qt.)
  • 1.6 MPI Engine Manual transaxle: 5.9 l (6.87 US qt.)
  • 1.6 MPI Engine Automatic transaxle: 5.8 l (6.76 US qt.)
  • 1.6 T-GDI Engine Manual transaxle: 6.1 l (6.45 US qt.)
  • 1.6 T-GDI Engine Dual-clutch transmission: 6.7 l (7.1 US qt.)
  • Diesel Engine Dual-clutch transmission: 6.7 ~ 6.9 l (7.1 ~ 7.3 US qt.)

Brake/Clutch fluid

• Type: FMVSSS116 DOT-3 OR DOT4
• Capacity: 0.74~0.85 US QT (0.7~0.8 L)

Powertrain

Engine

• Petrol:
  • 1.6 L Gamma MPi I4
  • 1.6 L Gamma GDI I4
  • 1.6 L Gamma turbo I4
  • 1.8 L Nu MPi I4
  • 2.0 L Nu MPi I4
  • 2.0 L Nu GDI I4
• Diesel:
  • 1.6 L U II CRDi I4

Transmission

• 6-speed manual
• 6-speed automatic
• 7-speed DCT

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Daytime Running Light Bulb: LED
• Front Fog Light Bulb: H8-35W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 2357NA
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005HL+
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb:
  • H7-55W
  • HID-D5S

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 2357LL
  • LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 7506
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb: LED
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 2357LL
  • LED
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 1156NA
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 2357LL
  • LED

Interior Lights

•  Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Map Light Bulb: DE3175
• Trunk Light Bulb: 6418
• Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: 6418