KIA Forte
First generation (TD) / TD / TD (first generation facelift) / YD / 2010-2021 / Sedan/Hatchback/Coupe (varies by market) / Sedan / Hatchback (varies by market) / Sedan / Hatchback (market dependent) / Sedan / Hatchback
Year and trim selector
Choose the exact year and trim to see engine, oil and service details.
2010 KIA Forte G4FC/G4KD (TD)
TD / G4FC, G4KD, S6D, L4K / Multiple inline-4 gasoline engines globally: 1.6L Gamma (G4FC), 2.0L Theta II (G4KD), and 2.4L Theta II (S6D) with power and torque varying by market. Diesel available in select regions (L4K 1.6L CRDi).
2011 KIA Forte G4FC/G4KD (TD)
TD / G4FC, G4KD, Nu 2.0 MPI / Main global engines for 2011 Forte include the 1.6L Gamma GDI (G4FC) for some markets, a 2.0L MPI Nu engine (G4KD) producing ~156 hp, and a 1.6L diesel in some Asia-Pacific markets. North America typically saw the 2.0L Nu MPI engine.
2013 KIA Forte G4FC/G4NA (TD)
TD / G4FC, G4NA / Primarily 1.6L and 2.0L inline 4-cylinder gasoline engines with DOHC and CVVT, MPI fuel system, varying by market.
2014 KIA Forte G4FC/G4NA (YD)
YD / G4FC, G4NA, 1.6L Gamma I4, 2.0L Nu I4 / Four-cylinder engines: 1.6L Gamma (G4FC) with MPI, 2.0L Nu (G4NA) MPI.
2015 KIA Forte G4FG/G4FC (YD)
YD / G4FG, G4FC, U3, 1.6 GDi / Main engines include 1.6L Gamma GDi inline-4 (G4FG) for many global markets, 1.6L Gamma MPi inline-4 (G4FC) in some regions, and a 2.0L Nu MPI inline-4 (U3) primarily North America and some others.
2016 KIA Forte G4FG/G4FC (YD)
YD / G4FG, G4FC, 1.6L Gamma MPI, 2.0L Nu MPI / Inline-4, naturally aspirated gasoline engines; main markets used 1.6L or 2.0L MPI units.
2017 KIA Forte G4FG/GDI 2.0L MPI I4 (YD)
YD / G4FG, GDI 2.0L MPI I4, 2.0L Nu MPI I4, 1.6L Gamma T-GDI I4 / Common global engines include the G4FG 2.0L MPI inline-4 producing around 147 hp, the 2.0L Nu MPI inline-4 similarly rated for North America, and the 1.6L Gamma T-GDI turbocharged inline-4 used primarily in Asia. Engine availability depends on market and trim.
2018 KIA Forte G4FG/G4FC (BD)
BD / G4FG, G4FC, D4FD / 1.6L Gamma GDI I4 (G4FG) gasoline, 2.0L MPI I4 (G4FC) gasoline, 1.6L diesel CRDi I4 (D4FD) for select markets
2021 KIA Forte G4LC/G3LC (BD)
BD / G4LC, G3LC, 2.0L MPI Inline-4 (US/Canada), 1.6L Turbo Inline-4 (select markets) / Primarily 2.0L MPI naturally aspirated inline-4 (G4LC) with 147 hp, supplemented in some markets by 1.6L Turbo inline-4 (G3LC) with approx 201 hp. Markets like US and Canada feature the 2.0L MPI as base with optional CVT or 6-speed manual transmissions.
Codes moteur par année
| Année | Version | Codes moteur | Cylindrée | Système carburant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | technical-profile | G4FC, G4KD, S6D, L4K | 1591 cc (1.6L), 1998 cc (2.0L), 2359 cc (2.4L) | Multi-point fuel injection for gasoline; common rail direct injection for diesel |
| 2011 | technical-profile | G4FC, G4KD, Nu 2.0 MPI | 1591 - 1998 cc | MPI (multi-point fuel injection) or GDI (gasoline direct injection) depending on engine |
| 2013 | technical-profile | G4FC, G4NA | 1591 cc (G4FC), 1999 cc (G4NA) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) |
| 2014 | technical-profile | G4FC, G4NA, 1.6L Gamma I4, 2.0L Nu I4 | 1591 cc (1.6L), 1999 cc (2.0L) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) |
| 2015 | technical-profile | G4FG, G4FC, U3, 1.6 GDi | 1.6L - 2.0L | Gasoline direct injection (GDi) and multipoint fuel injection (MPi) depending on the engine |
| 2016 | technical-profile | G4FG, G4FC, 1.6L Gamma MPI, 2.0L Nu MPI | 1591 cc (G4FG), 1999 cc (G4FC) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) |
| 2017 | technical-profile | G4FG, GDI 2.0L MPI I4, 2.0L Nu MPI I4, 1.6L Gamma T-GDI I4 | 1591 to 1999 cc, depending on engine variant | Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPI) or Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), depending on engine |
| 2018 | technical-profile | G4FG, G4FC, D4FD | 1591 cc (1.6L), 1999 cc (2.0L), 1591 cc diesel | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) for 1.6L, Multi-Point Injection (MPI) for 2.0L, Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDi) diesel |
| 2021 | technical-profile | G4LC, G3LC, 2.0L MPI Inline-4 (US/Canada), 1.6L Turbo Inline-4 (select markets) | 1999 cc (2.0L MPI), 1591 cc (1.6L Turbo) | Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) for 2.0L, direct injection for 1.6L Turbo |
Capacité d’huile par moteur
| Année | Codes moteur | Type d’huile | Capacité d’huile | Fluide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | G4FC, G4KD, S6D, L4K | API SM or better, SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 (based on climate) | Approximately 4.2L including filter for 2.0L engine (service fill, filter change included); varies slightly by engine | Dexron III or equivalent for automatic |
| 2011 | G4FC, G4KD, Nu 2.0 MPI | 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil (market specific, follow owner's manual) | Approx. 4.0 liters service-fill including filter change (verify per engine variant and market) | Kia ATF SP-IV or equivalent (automatic models) |
| 2013 | G4FC, G4NA | API SM or higher, SAE 5W-30 recommended | Approx. 4.3 liters (service-fill including oil filter change) | Use manufacturer-approved ATF (SP-IV for automatic models) |
| 2014 | G4FC, G4NA, 1.6L Gamma I4, 2.0L Nu I4 | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic recommended | Approximately 4.2 L (service fill, including oil filter) for 1.6L engine; 4.5 L for 2.0L engine, varies by market | ATF SP-IV or equivalent for automatic; standard gear oil for manual |
| 2015 | G4FG, G4FC, U3, 1.6 GDi | SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended widely; follow market-specific guidelines | Approximately 4.0 liters (service-fill, includes oil filter change) | Use manufacturer-specified automatic transmission fluid or manual gear oil |
| 2016 | G4FG, G4FC, 1.6L Gamma MPI, 2.0L Nu MPI | SAE 5W-30 conventional or synthetic, API SN or higher | Approximately 4.2 liters service-fill with filter change (varies by engine code) | Use manufacturer-approved ATF (e.g., SP-IV or recommended equivalent) |
| 2017 | G4FG, GDI 2.0L MPI I4, 2.0L Nu MPI I4, 1.6L Gamma T-GDI I4 | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic recommended; check owner's manual for market-specific recommendations | Approximately 4.0L including oil filter (service-fill volume may vary by engine and market) | Kia recommended ATF or DCT fluid depending on transmission type |
| 2018 | G4FG, G4FC, D4FD | SAE 5W-30 API SN or higher | Approximately 4.2 liters including oil filter (service-fill) | Kia recommended automatic transmission fluid (ATF SP-IV or equivalent) |
| 2021 | G4LC, G3LC, 2.0L MPI Inline-4 (US/Canada), 1.6L Turbo Inline-4 (select markets) | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting API SN or higher | Approximately 4.2 liters including filter (service-fill; varies slightly by engine and market) | Kia CVTF SP-IV or equivalent for CVT; ATF SP-IV for automatic |
Spécifications techniques
- Moteurs: G4FC, G4KD, S6D, L4K, Nu 2.0 MPI, G4NA, 1.6L Gamma I4, 2.0L Nu I4, G4FG, U3, 1.6 GDi, 1.6L Gamma MPI
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual (varies by engine and market), 4-speed automatic and 6-speed automatic options depending on engine/market, Dexron III or equivalent for automatic, 6-speed manual available in select markets, 6-speed automatic common globally, Kia ATF SP-IV or equivalent (automatic models), 6-speed manual (market dependent), 6-speed automatic
- Dimensions des pneus: 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 215/45R17, 205/50R16, 225/40R18 (market dependent), 205/45R17, 215/40R18, 195/65R15 (base trims, some markets), 215/45R17 standard; varies by trim and market
- Entraxe: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Couple de roue: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluides et données de service
- Huile moteur: API SM or better, SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 (based on climate) / 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil (market specific, follow owner's manual) / API SM or higher, SAE 5W-30 recommended / SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic recommended
- Fluide de transmission: Dexron III or equivalent for automatic / Kia ATF SP-IV or equivalent (automatic models) / Use manufacturer-approved ATF (SP-IV for automatic models) / ATF SP-IV or equivalent for automatic; standard gear oil for manual
- Liquide de refroidissement: 6.5L (approximate, varies with body style and engine) / Approximately 6.5 liters (system fill, varies slightly by market) / Approx. 6.5 liters / Approximately 6.2 L
- Liquide de frein: DOT 3 or DOT 4 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market dependent) / DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market-dependent)
Problèmes connus
- Timing chain noise on 2.0L engines
- Oil consumption issues in high mileage units
- Premature brake pad wear
- Occasional engine oil consumption (G4FC engines)
- Timing chain rattle on high mileage
- Automatic transmission fluid degradation
- Timing belt wear (replace every 60,000-90,000 km)
- CVVT actuator issues reported in some markets
- Timing chain noise in early 1.6L Gamma engines
- Transmission shifting hesitation in automatic variants
- Occasional engine hesitation with early GDi models
- Water pump bearing noise