product.specifications
specs.engine_size1.8 L
specs.fuel_typeRegular
specs.transmission6 speed manual
specs.drivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
specs.combined_mpg26 MPG
product.comparison_title
| Kia Forte product.this_vehicle |  Hyundai Kona FWD |  Toyota Corolla Cross |  GMC Yukon XL 4WD |  GMC Yukon 2WD |  Buick Encore GX AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| product.price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| specs.engine_capacity | 1.8 L | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| specs.fuel_type | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| specs.transmission | 6 speed manual | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| specs.body_type | Sedan | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
product.about
The 2012 Kia Forte is a certified safe midsize sedan offering a balanced driving experience with its front-wheel drive and 6-speed manual transmission. Enjoy a respectable estimated 26 MPG combined, making it a practical choice for daily commutes.
product.pros
- Certified safety status
- No recalls on record
- No complaints on record
- Good highway MPG
product.cons
- Below average city MPG
- Standard aspiration
product.complaints_section
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product.status_history
status.uncertain→status.certified27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 0 data points. v3 scoring.