2023 Kia Forte prices in Texas

$18,827

Median pre-owned asking price

93 pre-owned listings · Updated September 12, 2026

129 total listings · 2017–2024 generation

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2023 Kia Forte — representative listing photo
Representative listing photo. Trim and equipment may vary.

Texas price overview

Typical asking price range

$17,311 – $20,998 All 129 listings · Middle 50% of asking prices

Median asking price

$18,998

Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.

As of September 12, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2023 Kia Forte in Texas is $18,827, based on 93 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.

Price range, sample and methodology details

The median pre-owned asking price for a 2023 Kia Forte in Texas is $18,827 based on 93 pre-owned listings (of 129 total).

Based on 129 active dealer listings, refreshed daily.

30-day asking price change: +$331.

Typical: $17,311–$20,998 — the middle half of 129 asking prices

Median $18,998
$14K low $25K high

Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.

$18,827
Pre-owned median (93)
51,630
Average mileage
+$687
vs national average

What moves the price

Mileage

Asking prices run about $20,490 under 15K miles and fall to $13,618 over 105K miles — roughly $700 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.

Observed spread: up to $6,872
About these price differences

The $17,311–$20,998 typical range isn't randomness — one factor explains most of it:

Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Mileage. These groups contain different vehicles.

Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.

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Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2023 Kia Forte. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.

The configurator starts with United States prices for all trims. Select a state to explore its estimates; the report heading and overview above describe the page's state.

Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.

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Estimated asking price · All trims

$18,995
$17,458$20,495

2,267 listings · Nationwide

ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.

Estimate assumptions

at typical mileage, nationwide

Modelled from 2,267 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.

Live 2023 Kia Forte listings, priced by VIN

Compared with all listings All-listings median $18,998
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Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.

Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.

What is your car worth?

Wondering how much your 2023 Kia Forte is worth? Start with a car value lookup by VIN, then compare vehicles with similar mileage, equipment and condition.

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2023 Kia Forte: a fair price for your mileage

Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.

Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.

Region · trim United States · All trims

Active listings 2,267

Median asking price $18,995

National snapshot · September 12, 2026

Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.

Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.

$15K $20K 30K mi 60K mi 90K mi All listings

Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.

View the full national mileage price table
Mileage Based on Fair price Typical range
Under 15K miles 158 listings $20,490 $19K–$22K
15K–30K miles 570 listings $19,998 $19K–$21K
30K–45K miles 569 listings $19,373 $18K–$21K
45K–60K miles 430 listings $18,282 $17K–$20K
60K–75K miles 288 listings $17,642 $17K–$19K
75K–90K miles 132 listings $16,778 $16K–$18K
90K–105K miles 70 listings $15,712 $14K–$17K
Over 105K miles 48 listings $13,618 $12K–$15K

United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant. National data; the mix of vehicles in Texas may differ.

Trim-level pricing isn't reliable enough for this model yet — mileage and configuration explain most of the spread above.

Understand the differences

2023 Kia Forte: VIN configurations and specifications

Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.

Browse all 73 VIN configurations
Where these specifications come from

Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.

Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.

FACTORY REFERENCE

2023 Kia Forte factory brochure

Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.

FACTORY BROCHURE

2023 Kia Forte PDF Brochure

2023 · US · 14 pages

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Price history

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Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)

The median listing price for a 2023 Kia Forte is $18,998 (September 2026) — up 2.4% from $18,553 in September 2025.

$16K $18K $20K Sep ’25 Dec ’25 Mar ’26 Jun ’26 Sep ’26
Monthly price table
Month Median price Typical range Vehicles listed
September 2026 $18,998 $17K–$21K 1,797
August 2026 $18,995 $18K–$20K 3,270
July 2026 $18,998 $17K–$21K 3,443
June 2026 $18,998 $18K–$21K 3,276
May 2026 $18,998 $17K–$21K 3,260
April 2026 $18,939 $17K–$20K 3,158
March 2026 $18,266 $17K–$20K 3,861
February 2026 $17,800 $16K–$19K 3,784
January 2026 $17,490 $16K–$19K 3,805
December 2025 $17,500 $16K–$19K 2,982
November 2025 $17,811 $16K–$19K 2,303
October 2025 $18,383 $17K–$20K 2,130
September 2025 $18,553 $17K–$20K 1,381

THINK BEYOND THE PURCHASE PRICE

Kia Forte depreciation

See how asking prices change as cars age. Compare model years and find where your budget goes further.

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Different vehicles and model years — not a forecast.

2023 Kia Forte inventory across the U.S.

See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2023 Kia Forte for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.

United States · all trims · snapshot September 12, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.

View the U.S. inventory map

What does this map show?

The numbers are active listings, not prices. Badges mark the 8 busiest mapped states to keep the map readable; other states can also have listings.

Hover over a state or focus it with your keyboard for details. Click a linked state or its number to open that state's price page.

State details will appear here. On a phone, tap a linked state to open its prices; use the full table for easier browsing.

Scroll the map sideways on smaller screens. Numbers stay large enough to read.

Alabama — 23 active listings Arkansas — 12 active listings Arizona — 65 active listings California — 322 active listings Colorado — 20 active listings Connecticut — 31 active listings Delaware — 10 active listings Florida — 145 active listings Georgia — 49 active listings Iowa — 14 active listings Idaho — 5 active listings Illinois — 64 active listings Indiana — 50 active listings Kansas — 11 active listings Kentucky — 44 active listings Louisiana — 29 active listings Massachusetts — 65 active listings Maryland — 54 active listings Maine — 21 active listings Michigan — 40 active listings Minnesota — 8 active listings Missouri — 36 active listings Mississippi — 18 active listings Montana — 2 active listings North Carolina — 64 active listings North Dakota — 3 active listings Nebraska — 10 active listings New Hampshire — 18 active listings New Jersey — 121 active listings New Mexico — 13 active listings Nevada — 14 active listings New York — 153 active listings Ohio — 150 active listings Oklahoma — 25 active listings Oregon — 21 active listings Pennsylvania — 154 active listings Rhode Island — 12 active listings South Carolina — 35 active listings South Dakota — 9 listed this year, none active right now Tennessee — 22 active listings Texas — 129 active listings Utah — 29 active listings Virginia — 70 active listings Vermont — 5 active listings Washington — 31 active listings Wisconsin — 29 active listings West Virginia — 8 active listings 322California — 322 active listings 145Florida — 145 active listings 121New Jersey — 121 active listings 153New York — 153 active listings 150Ohio — 150 active listings 154Pennsylvania — 154 active listings 129Texas — 129 active listings 70Virginia — 70 active listings
Most active listings Other states with active listings No active listings or insufficient data

Alaska and Hawaii are not drawn on this map. Where qualifying data is available, they appear in the full state table. Grey does not necessarily mean no cars are for sale.

What would a 2023 Kia Forte cost per month?

Estimate the monthly payment on a $18,995 vehicle. Move the numbers to match your own loan.

10% down
7.0% is an illustrative starting rate — use your own lender quote.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$339
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $1,900 down
Amount financed
$17,095
Total interest
$3,245

Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.

YOUR BUYING CHECKLIST

Before you buy

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Frequently asked questions

Why do 2023 Kia Forte prices range from $13,869 to $25,149 in Texas?

The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $17,311 and $20,998 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.

How much should mileage change the price of a 2023 Kia Forte?

Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $700 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.

Do Kia Forte prices in Texas differ from the rest of the country?

Yes. The average in Texas is $19,631, which is $687 above the national average of $18,944. Local supply, demand and transport costs all play a part.

How many 2023 Kia Forte are for sale in Texas right now?

129 in total. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.

Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2023 Kia Forte?

These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.

How we calculate these prices

We track 129 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites in Texas, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.

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