2018 Kia Forte Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 6 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Second generation (YD) - Facelift.
- Length171.3 in – 179.5 in
- Width70.1 in
- Height56.3 in – 57.1 in
- Wheelbase106.3 in
- Ground clearance5.3 in – 5.5 in
- Length171.3 in – 179.5 in
- Height56.3 in – 57.1 in
- Wheelbase106.3 in
- Ground clearance5.3 in – 5.5 in
- Width70.1 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 2018 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: 171.3 in – 179.5 in · 70.1 in · 56.3 in – 57.1 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 67.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS, P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS, P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS, P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS…. 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 | 171.3 in – 179.5 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.3 in – 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in – 5.5 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.0 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.0 in – 39.0 in |
| Front legroom | 42.2 in |
| Rear legroom | 35.9 in |
| Front shoulder room | 56.0 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.0 in |
| Front hip room | 54.0 in |
| Rear hip room | 53.0 in |
Weight & capacities
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal |
|---|---|
| Max towing capacity | 1,800 lb |
Engine
- 1868 1912
- 1883 1912
| Torque | 151 – 195 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P215/45HR17.0 BSW AS
- P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS
- P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS
- P225/40HR18.0 BSW AS
- 195/65R15
- 205/55R16
- 225/35R19
- 225/40R18
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver26"
- Passenger13"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 47H5
- H5-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.2 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (6 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX 4dr Hatchback | 171.3 | 70.1 | 57.1 | 106.3 | 5.5 | — |
| EX 4dr Sedan | 179.5 | 70.1 | 56.3 | 106.3 | 5.3 | — |
| LX 4dr Hatchback | 171.3 | 70.1 | 57.1 | 106.3 | 5.5 | — |
| LX 4dr Sedan | 179.5 | 70.1 | 56.3 | 106.3 | 5.3 | — |
| S 4dr Sedan | 179.5 | 70.1 | 56.3 | 106.3 | 5.3 | — |
| SX 4dr Hatchback | 171.3 | 70.1 | 57.1 | 106.3 | 5.5 | — |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Second generation (YD) - Facelift): years 2017–2018. View model overview