What Are the Engine Specifications of the 2022 Kia Forte?

2022 Kia Forte Engine Specifications

The 2022 Forte is one of the most affordable Kia automobiles on the market today, designed for consumers looking for a sleek, budget-friendly vehicle with standard safety ratings. The vehicle competes in the compact sedan sector against the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Nissan Sentra, and Toyota Corolla. Although the Kia Forte was unable to keep ahead of the competition in 2021, it is well-positioned for success in 2022 owing to several changes that it has undergone. New changes include a robust infotainment system, interior elements, and safety technologies. Visit us at Route 6 Auto Mall in Swansea, MA, to get familiar with the new 2022 Kia Forte. Schedule a test drive today. Learn more about the performance ratings and engine specifications of the 2022 Kia Forte in this blog.

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The 2022 Kia Forte is offered in five trim levels, starting at $19,090 for the FE, LXS, GT Line, GT, and GT Manual. The performance ratings for all trims are outstanding. On top of that, the vehicle is listed amongst the best-performing midsize sedans for 2022. But how does the engine perform?

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Is the Engine Powerful?

While a 2.0-liter Inline 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve engine is standard on most trims in the 2022 Kia Forte lineup, the GT and GT Manual grades come with a Turbocharged 1.6-liter Inline 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve engine. The 2.0-liter engine in the 2022 Forte produces 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque, and the 1.6-liter powertrain produces 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The standard 2.0-liter engine is mated to a CVT automatic transmission. On the other hand, the turbocharged engine pairs with either a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission system or a six-speed manual transmission. The 2022 Kia Forte gets 31 MPG city, 41 MPG highway, and 35 MPG combined on the fuel economy front.

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