2016 Kia Forte LX
KNAFK4A65G5442801
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 114 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 31, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J & K Used Cars | Bowling Green, Warren County, Kentucky 42101 | $9,995 | 87,685 mi | 2021-02-24 |
| J & K Used Cars Inc. | Bowling Green, KY 42101 | $9,995 | 87,685 mi | 2021-02-24 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($7,850)
This vehicle is no longer listed, so the estimate starts from $7,850 — the typical market price for this build. Move the numbers to match your own loan.
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for KNAFK4A65G5442801Full 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 2016 Kia Forte 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 2016 Kia Forte has 1 recall campaign as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars for side crash. EPA combined fuel economy: 28 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2016 Kia Forte 5 HB FWD
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V622000
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 2016 Kia Forte from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2016 Kia Forte over the last 6 months — the market softened $698 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $8,956 |
| April 2026 | $8,221 |
| May 2026 | $8,195 |
| June 2026 | $7,999 |
| July 2026 | $8,422 |
| August 2026 | $8,258 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Kia Forte LX (this car) | $7,850 | 114 | — |
| 2018 Toyota Corolla | $11,950 | 6 | +$4,100 |
| 2017 Kia Optima | $7,900 | 3 | +$50 |
| 2018 Chevrolet Malibu | $9,500 | 3 | +$1,650 |
| 2014 Toyota Camry | $9,750 | 3 | +$1,900 |
| 2014 Honda Civic | $9,800 | 3 | +$1,950 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 2 · 2014–2016What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 288 | $7,992 | 100% | 108,304 mi |
| 2015 | 262 | $7,200 | 90% | 112,873 mi |
| 2014 | 215 | $6,975 | 87% | 117,881 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
