2012 Kia Forte GLS
KNAFU6A26C5480079
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Last listed by Norristown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
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Price history for this VIN
Price increased $442 (+11.0%) over 24 days.
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN KNAFU6A26C5480079, spanning 24 days.
Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norristown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram | Norristown, PA 19401 | $4,001 | 161,425 mi | 2025-12-21 | 253 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for KNAFU6A26C5480079Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 28 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Kia Forte Koup likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Kia Forte Koup has 4 recall campaigns as of September 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 28 MPG.
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ENGINEKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles.NHTSA campaign 20V750000
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AIR BAGSKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles.NHTSA campaign 18V363000
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles.NHTSA campaign 17V773000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Kia Forte Koup from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 4, 2026.
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Kia Forte GLS (this car) | $5,750 | 13 | — |
| 2010 Porsche 911 | $99,999 | 5 | +$94,249 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | $26,090 | 3 | +$20,340 |
| 2014 Honda Civic | $12,332 | 2 | +$6,582 |
| 2012 Dodge Challenger | $19,481 | 2 | +$13,731 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
