Model year guide

2016 Kia forte5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Kia forte5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2016 Kia forte5 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Kia forte5 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined24–28 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Kia forte5 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 Kia forte5.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 Kia forte5 MPG & running costs

Combined24–28 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,667
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume98 cu ft
Cargo volume23 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,333 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Kia forte5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,335
Fuel only$13,335
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
171.3 in
Width
70.1 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Curb weight
2,912–3,025 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2016 Kia forte5 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2016 Kia forte5 trims & engines on record

Trims
GLS, JSL, TAX (Middle Grade) · GL (Middle-Low Grade) · TOP (High Grade)
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl

2016 Kia forte5 vehicles on record

2016 Kia forte5 2016 Kia forte5 GLS, JSL, TAX (Middle Grade)KNAFX5A89G5601652 2016 Kia forte5 2016 Kia forte5 TOP (High Grade)KNAFZ5A38G5590805 2016 Kia forte5 2016 Kia forte5 GL (Middle-Low Grade)KNAFK5A85G5644979 2016 Kia forte5 2016 Kia forte5 GLS, JSL, TAX (Middle Grade)KNAFX5A86G5627805 2016 Kia forte5 2016 Kia forte5 GL (Middle-Low Grade)KNAFK5A85G5583505

Other Kia forte5 model years

2017 2013 2012

2016 Kia forte5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Kia forte5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2016 Kia forte5. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Kia forte5 get?

The 2016 Kia forte5 has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.