Kia Forte 2019-Present

The Kia Forte, in its 2019-Present iteration, continues to build on its reputation as a reliable and well-rounded compact car. Its refreshed design offers a more modern and sophisticated look, featuring a bold front grille, stylish headlights, and clean lines. The Forte is available in sedan and hatchback variants, providing versatility for different lifestyles.

Inside, the cabin boasts an inviting and user-friendly environment with a spacious feel. Technology plays a significant role, with an intuitive infotainment system including a touchscreen display, smartphone connectivity, and advanced driver assistance features like adaptive cruise control and automated emergency braking available on select trims. The 2019-Present Kia Forte remains a value-packed option in the compact car segment. It offers an excellent balance of comfort, technology, and affordability for consumers seeking a practical daily driver.

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

Engine 2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-30
• Oil certification: API
• `Oil capacity: 5.9 quarts

Fuel

• Capacity: 60 L (15.85 US gal.)

Automatic transmission fluid

• Type: Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi
• Capacity: 6.8 qt ( 6.5 L)

Dual clutch transmission fluid (Gear oil)

• Type: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi : WDGO-1 (GS CALTEX)
• Capacity: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi  3.4 L (3.59 US qt.)

Dual clutch transmission fluid (Control oil)

• Type: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi : WDGO-1 (GS CALTEX)
• Capacity: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi  2.5 L (2.64 US qt.)

Coolant

• Type: Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene-glycol with phosphate-based coolant for cooling device)
• Capacity:​​​​​​
  • Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi : 8L (8.45 US qt.)
  • Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi: 8.8 L (9.3 US qt.)

Brake/Clutch fluid

• Type:  DOT4
• Capacity: 
  • AT: 395+/-20 cc
  • DCT: 414+/-20 cC

Powertrain

Engine

• Petrol:
  • 1.4 L Kappa II T-GDi I4
  • 1.5 L Smartstream G1.5 MPi I4
  • 1.6 L Gamma II MPi I4
  • 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 MPi I4
  • 1.6 L Gamma II T-GDi I4
  • 2.0 L Nu MPi I4
• Petrol hybrid:
  • 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 GDi PHEV I4
• Diesel:
  • 1.6 L Smartstream D1.6 CRDi I4

Transmission

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

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Exterior

• Daytime Running Light Bulb:
  • LED
  •  7528
• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9006
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 12496
• High Beam Headlight Bulb:
  • 9005LL
  •  LED
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb:
  • H7LL
  •  LED

Rear Exterior

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • LED
  • 7528
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb:
  • LED
  • 7506
• Inner Tail Light Bulb: 2825
• License Plate Light Bulb: 2825
• Outer Tail Light Bulb: 7528
• Parking Light Bulb:
  •  LED
  • 7528
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 12496
• Tail Light Bulb: LED

Interior

• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Glove Box Light Bulb: DE3175
• Map Light Bulb: 175
• Trunk Light Bulb: DE3175
• Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: 6418