When it comes to finding a compact sedan that delivers outstanding value, impressive reliability, modern design, and everyday practicality, the 2017 Kia Forte LX stands out as a clear winner. This well-engineered sedan is proof that affordability does not have to come at the expense of comfort, quality, or peace of mind. Designed with real drivers in mind, the Forte LX offers a refined driving experience, efficient performance, and a feature-rich interior that makes every commute, errand, or road trip enjoyable.
Whether you are a first-time buyer, a commuter looking to save on fuel costs, a student needing dependable transportation, or a family searching for a practical second vehicle, the 2017 Kia Forte LX checks all the right boxes. With Kias reputation for reliability and long-term value, this sedan remains one of the smartest choices in its class.
Modern and Timeless Exterior Design
The 2017 Kia Forte LX features a clean, modern exterior design that continues to look fresh and appealing years after its release. Kias signature tiger-nose grille anchors the front end, giving the Forte a confident and recognizable appearance. Sleek headlights, sculpted body lines, and well-proportioned dimensions create a balanced design that feels both sporty and sophisticated.
From the side, the Fortes aerodynamic profile not only enhances its visual appeal but also contributes to improved fuel efficiency and reduced road noise. The smooth contours and subtle chrome accents elevate its look, making it stand out in a crowded compact sedan segment.
At the rear, the Forte maintains its refined styling with wraparound taillights and a clean, uncluttered design. The result is a sedan that looks equally at home in a professional setting, a college campus, or a suburban driveway.
Comfortable and Well-Designed Interior
Step inside the 2017 Kia Forte LX, and youll immediately notice a thoughtfully designed cabin that prioritizes comfort, simplicity, and functionality. Kia has long been known for maximizing interior space, and the Forte LX is no exception.
The interior materials are durable and well-assembled, offering a solid, quality feel throughout. The layout is intuitive, with controls placed exactly where you expect them to be. From the drivers seat, visibility is excellent, making city driving and parking stress-free.
The front seats provide ample support for long drives, while the rear seats offer generous legroom for passengers, making this sedan comfortable for adults as well as children. Whether youre driving solo or carrying a full load of passengers, the Forte LX delivers a relaxed and enjoyable ride.
Impressive Cargo Space and Practicality
One of the biggest advantages of the 2017 Kia Forte LX is its practicality. The spacious trunk provides plenty of room for groceries, luggage, sports equipment, or work supplies. With a wide opening and low lift-over height, loading and unloading items is quick and easy.
For added versatility, the rear seats can accommodate longer items, making this sedan surprisingly capable when it comes to hauling everyday cargo. This level of practicality is perfect for drivers who want the convenience of a sedan without sacrificing utility.
Efficient and Reliable Performance
Under the hood, the 2017 Kia Forte LX is powered by a dependable 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that delivers smooth, consistent performance. This engine strikes an excellent balance between power and efficiency, providing responsive acceleration for city driving and confident cruising on the highway.
Paired with either a smooth automatic transmission or a responsive manual option (depending on configuration), the Forte LX delivers a driving experience that feels composed and easy to control. Steering is precise, braking is confident, and the suspension is tuned to absorb bumps and imperfections in the road, resulting in a comfortable ride in
Used 2017 KiaForte LX
- Exterior Color
- Aurora Black
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 87,730 miles
- Body/Seating
- Sedan/5 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 29/38 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- Manual
- Engine
- 4
- VIN
- 3KPFK4A79HE028454
- Stock Number
- Q1815B
Kia
Forte
Highlighted Features
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Split folding rear seat
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Security system
- Heated door mirrors
Included Packages & Accessories
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- Air conditioning
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 195/65HR15.0
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Rear tires: 195/65HR15.0
- Wheel size: 15"
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- CD player
- CD-MP3 decoder
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Split folding rear seat
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: front-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.0
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 29mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 32mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 38mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 13.2gal.
- Horsepower: 147hp @ 6,200RPM
- Manual-shift auto: Sportmatic
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Torque: 132 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
- Transmission: 6 speed automatic
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Compression ratio: 12.50 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,272kg (2,804lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 81.0mm x 97.0mm (3.19" x 3.82")
- Engine displacement: 2.0 L
- Engine horsepower: 147hp @ 6,200RPM
- Engine torque: 132 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,781mm (70.1")
- Exterior height: 1,430mm (56.3")
- Exterior length: 4,559mm (179.5")
- Front headroom: 993mm (39.1")
- Front hiproom: 1,367mm (53.8")
- Front legroom: 1,072mm (42.2")
- Front shoulder room: 1,425mm (56.1")
- Interior cargo volume: 422 L (15 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 422 L (15 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,724L (96.2 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 947mm (37.3")
- Rear hiproom: 1,349mm (53.1")
- Rear legroom: 912mm (35.9")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,394mm (54.9")
- Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
- Wheelbase: 2,700mm (106.3")
- Delay-off headlights
- Display: analog
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

Overall4.2Out of 5
- 1.0
*One & done...NEVER BUY A KIA!*
By stocktones | on Friday, August 16, 2024
This was my first time owning a Kia, and my Forte EXGDI starting burning an inordinate amount of oil when it had around 80k miles (almost entirely freeway miles). I started keeping records of the oil consumption in 2019. I've had to check my oil levels weekly for a long time. The numerous times I mentioned it to the local Kia dealer when I was in for recall notices, I was told that it was normal. I subsequently learned that they didn't document any of those inquiries—I didn't realize that I should have ensured they were documenting my concerns about oil (which aside from being a pain, I suspected would lead to problems with my catalytic converter, etc.). Additionally, since about 2 years into ownership, I had to run only premium fuel (and regular Techron fuel treatment) to keep the car from pinging. Anyway, the car eventually started running terribly, and I confirmed that the catalytic converter was shot...as I've long feared would occur. The dealership quoted almost $3k. Even with that repair, the high oil consumption will prematurely clog up the new cat converter, obviously. I recently sold my "still looked pretty nice but would barely run" Kia for $1k. Btw, there has since been a recall, but my vehicle didn't qualify because by the time Kia acknowledged a problem with their GDI engines, my car was several thousand miles past the recall parameters (max 150k miles). I've never encountered a less scrupulous brand than Kia. I tell EVERYONE WHO WILL LISTEN...if you have an opportunity to buy a Kia, RUN AWAY. SAVE YOURSELF. If I can dissuade just one person from experiencing the frustration and mistreatment I've gone through at the hands of Kia, I'll be grateful.… - 4.0
Tires
By Tjn | on Tuesday, February 23, 2021
At 12000 miles i had 3 tires blow out on me at once. I almost flipped but thank God u didn't. Khumo tires are completely trash in my opinion because of this incident. Next kia deal will have to be with different tires if that brand is on them. I can always get a car somewhere else if they decline… - 5.0
Get's the Job Done
By JBear | on Wednesday, July 09, 2025
I purchased this car in August of 2018 with 29K miles. Now it's got 228K miles and it's been very reliable. It's just the base LX model with no options, except for the Aurora Black exterior color. It's roomy inside and the trunk is a good size. It rides decent, but don't blazing fast acceleration. It's super fuel efficient which helped a lot when gas prices spiked. Now with rust starting and getting into some big repairs, it's time to replace it. It get's you from here to there very dependably and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a basic, fuel efficient compact car to get you around.…
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