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2010 Kia Forte 4dr Sdn Auto EX

Built on a unibody frame, the 2010 Forte offers an independent front suspension, with MacPherson struts and a stabilizer bar, and a torsion beam rear suspension with struts and coil springs. This combination provides an optimal balance of handling and comfort not normally found in a compact sedan.

The 2010 Forte is available in three trims: the base LX, the mid-level EX and the sporty SX. The LX and EX come standard with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that delivers 156 horsepower at 6200 rpm and 144 pounds-feet of torque at 4300 rpm. Both trims come standard with a 5-speed manual or an optional 4-speed automatic transmission. The sporty SX has a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that makes 173 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 168 pounds-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on the SX while a 5-speed automatic is available. Manual shift modes are standard on all automatic transmissions. All trims are front-wheel drive.

Standard safety equipment includes active front headrests, advanced 2-stage airbags (front seat-mounted and side curtain airbags), 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, electronic stability control, traction control, and a tire pressure monitoring system.

A Fuel Economy package is available for the EX's 2.0L engine and 5-speed automatic transmission combination. It utilizes Kia's Motor Drive electric power steering system and low-rolling resistance tires as well as some body kit to boost the Forte's fuel economy rating to 27 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.

All trims come standard with Bluetooth, Sirius Satellite Radio, auxiliary input jack, steering wheel audio controls and voice activation. The EX adds air conditioning and power accessories. The SX adds fog lamps, upgraded upholstery and trim, 17-inch alloy tires, rear spoiler and a sport-tuned suspension that gives the chassis a firmer feel and responsiveness. Also standard on the SX is a telescoping steering column and sport cloth seats adorned with red stitching.

A Convenience Package, which includes air conditioning, is available for the base LX. Other options available on the EX and SX include a power sunroof and leather seats.

Specifications

2010 Kia Forte 4dr Sdn Auto EX

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 6.7
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: N/A

Transmission

Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: N/A
Trans Type: 4
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again: N/A
First Gear Ratio (:1): 2.92
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 1.55
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.71
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.48
Clutch Size: N/A
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.68

Vehicle

EPA Classification: Midsize

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume: 96.8
Front Head Room: 40.0
Front Leg Room: 43.3
Front Shoulder Room: 55.7
Front Hip Room: 53.0
Second Head Room: 37.8
Second Leg Room: 35.0
Second Shoulder Room: 54.7
Second Hip Room: 53.3

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight: 2740

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy: 34
Cruising Range - City: 342.50
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City: 25
Fuel Economy Est-Combined: 28
Cruising Range - Hwy: 465.80
EPA MPG Equivalent - City: N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy: N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined: N/A
Battery Range: N/A

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: N/A

Engine

Engine Order Code: N/A
Engine Type: Gas I4
Displacement: 2.0L/122
Fuel System: N/A
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 156 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 144 @ 4300

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): N/A

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity: N/A

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Torsion Beam
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front: N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear: N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front: N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear: N/A

Tires

Front Tire Order Code: N/A
Rear Tire Order Code: N/A
Spare Tire Order Code: N/A
Front Tire Size: P195/65R15
Rear Tire Size: P195/65R15
Spare Tire Size: N/A

Wheels

Front Wheel Size: 15 x 5.5
Rear Wheel Size: 15 x 5.5
Spare Wheel Size: N/A
Front Wheel Material: Steel
Rear Wheel Material: Steel
Spare Wheel Material: N/A

Steering

Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: N/A
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.89
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb: 33.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall: N/A

Brakes

Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line): N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 11.0 x -TBD-
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 10.3 x -TBD-
Drum - Rear (Yes or ): N/A
Rear Drum Diam x Width: N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: 13.7
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: N/A

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase: 104.3
Length, Overall: 178.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors: 69.9
Height, Overall: 57.5
Track Width, Front: 61.3
Track Width, Rear: 61.6
Min Ground Clearance: 5.9
Liftover Height: N/A

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume: 14.7
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