2016 Kia Forte Specifications Overview
The 2016 Kia Forte is certified across 10 configurations with 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine, 1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd. EPA classified under the Midsize Cars / Compact Cars / Large Cars size category.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (10)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forte Midsize Cars | 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte Midsize Cars | 1.8L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte Koup Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte 5 Large Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte Midsize Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte Koup Compact Cars | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte Koup Compact Cars | 1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte Koup Compact Cars | 1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte 5 Large Cars | 1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Forte 5 Large Cars | 1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Midsize Cars
- Compact Cars
- Large Cars
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2016 Kia Forte 5 HB FWD
- 2016 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.