2015 Kia Forte LX
KNAFK4A6XF5264561
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 66 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 1, 2026Price history for this VIN
Price dropped $3,043 (−17.9%) over 4 months.
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN KNAFK4A6XF5264561, spanning 4 months.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. H. Barkau & Sons | Cedarville, IL 61013 | $13,952 | 58,723 mi | 2022-07-14 |
| Kunes Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Sterling | Sterling, IL 61081 | $16,995 | 56,843 mi | 2022-03-25 |
| Kunes C-B of Sterling CDJR | STERLING, IL 61081 | $16,995 | 56,843 mi | 2022-03-24 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($6,945)
This vehicle is no longer listed, so the estimate starts from $6,945 — 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 KNAFK4A6XF5264561Full 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 29 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2015 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 2015 Kia Forte has 1 recall campaign as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 29 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2015 Kia Forte 4 DR FWD
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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
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 2015 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 2015 Kia Forte over the last 6 months — the market firmed $458 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $7,298 |
| April 2026 | $7,498 |
| May 2026 | $7,498 |
| June 2026 | $7,499 |
| July 2026 | $7,580 |
| August 2026 | $7,756 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Kia Forte LX (this car) | $6,945 | 66 | — |
| 2014 Chevrolet Cruze | $8,995 | 9 | +$2,050 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Malibu | $10,550 | 8 | +$3,605 |
| 2014 Buick Lacrosse | $13,452 | 7 | +$6,507 |
| 2015 Chevrolet Sonic | $7,975 | 6 | +$1,030 |
| 2016 Chrysler 200 | $9,645 | 4 | +$2,700 |
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 | 300 | $7,995 | 100% | 107,813 mi |
| 2015 | 270 | $7,000 | 88% | 114,706 mi |
| 2014 | 224 | $6,900 | 86% | 119,086 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
