Kia Forte FE

20192024 · 6 configurations

Lowest
34
Average
35
Best
35

The Kia Forte FE has been tested by the EPA across 6 different configurations spanning model years 2019 through 2024. Over this period, the Forte FE has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 34 MPG to 35 MPG, with an overall average of 35 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2024
34
2023
34
2022
35
2021
35
2020
35
2019
35

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Forte FE) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Kia Forte FE. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Kia KIA Forte grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
320
Total Deaths
222

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.7%
Fire Occurrence
5.3%
Speeding Involved
22.2%
DUI Involved
19.1%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

81%
Front
10%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes98
Fatalities
79
Deaths/Crash
0.81
2022
Fatal Crashes98
Fatalities
76
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2021
Fatal Crashes64
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2020
Fatal Crashes47
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2019
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.38

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
3
2021
2
2019
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory