2012 Kia Forte Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 5 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: First generation (TD).
- Length170.9 in – 178.3 in
- Width69.9 in
- Height57.5 in
- Wheelbase104.3 in
- Curb weight2,729 lb – 2,944 lb
- Length170.9 in – 178.3 in
- Height57.5 in
- Wheelbase104.3 in
- Curb weight2,729 lb – 2,944 lb
- Width69.9 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2012 Kia Forte
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 170.9 in – 178.3 in · 69.9 in · 57.5 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 67.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS, P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS, P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS, 195/65R15…. Tire sizes
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- Check battery sizeGroup size
- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 170.9 in – 178.3 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 69.9 in |
| Height | 57.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 40.0 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.6 in – 38.4 in |
| Front legroom | 43.3 in |
| Rear legroom | 35.0 in |
| Front shoulder room | 55.7 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.7 in |
| Front hip room | 53.0 in |
| Rear hip room | 53.3 in |
| Passenger volume | 97.0 cu ft – 98.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 14.7 cu ft – 19.4 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 2,729 lb – 2,944 lb |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 1,800 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 144 – 168 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS
- P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS
- P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS
- 195/65R15
- 205/55R16
- 215/35R19
- 215/45R17
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger20"
- Rear12"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 121R-2
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.5 qt
- 5W-304.1 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (5 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX 4dr Hatchback | 170.9 | 69.9 | 57.5 | 104.3 | — | 2840 |
| EX 4dr Sedan | 178.3 | 69.9 | 57.5 | 104.3 | — | 2791 |
| LX 4dr Sedan | 178.3 | 69.9 | 57.5 | 104.3 | — | 2729 |
| SX 4dr Hatchback | 170.9 | 69.9 | 57.5 | 104.3 | — | 2944 |
| SX 4dr Sedan | 178.3 | 69.9 | 57.5 | 104.3 | — | 2849 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (First generation (TD)): years 2010–2013. View model overview