[RandyM]

The Kia Forte generally gets good marks for its longevity. PepairPal, for example, rates the Forte above average and will probably last 150,000-200,000 miles with proper maintenance.

Has anyone hit those miles? If so:

• Year and model Forte?
• What percentage of city and highway driving do you do? Do you live in a cold or warm climate?
• How do you handle maintenance?
• What problems have you encountered and when?
• Does your car feel like it is worn out or still feels good? What parts feel worn out (steering, transmission, engine, etc.)?

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[noturbonoproblem]

How will Kia Forte perform with high mileage?

I have a 2010 Kia Forte sedan with 41,000 miles so far. Is there anyone out there that has a Kia Forte with high mileage? Not sure if Kia Forte measures up with Honda's, Subaru's or Toyota's high mileage records of reliability and still running stories. I had a Kia Amanti which I loved and...

www.forteforums.com

Lots of people have been leaving mileage numbers in this thread

 

[wjabpainting]

The most efficient model is the FE, which has a combined range of 35 mpg and can travel 41 miles per gallon on the highway and 31 miles per gallon in the city.

 

[TBD]

Miles - 118,000 (Domino's delivery driver)
Year - 2019 Forte EX
Driving Style - About 75/25 (City/Highway) and I'm in Southern Oregon so it's pretty hot in the summer and gets below freezing in the winter
Maintenance - Oil change every 5k (Pen Platinum Synthetic 5w20), Techron additive every 6 months, intake filter every 30k, brake fluid flush at 100k, going to be doing spark plugs any day now (NGK Iridium), and probably more I'm just not thinking of.
Problems - I had my IVT replaced at around 30k under warranty, there's a weird rubbing sound when I turn the steering wheel (there's a TSB out for this but I'm out of B2B warranty so I just tolerate it), the "leather" on my steering wheel is worn all the way through and looks like crap so I put a cover on it, the "leatherette" seats on the driver side has cracked and has multiple large holes in it, my blower motor got replaced around 35k under warranty because it was squeaking at low speeds, both torsion rods in the trunk broke at about 80k and I replaced those myself, I'm due for new front struts so I'll be doing those in the next couple months (my camber is off sightly on my alignment because my shocks are sagging a bit and they can't get it back to perfect without installing new ones), I have a P0420 code thrown because I burn about 2-3 qts of oil every 5k and it's ruining my catalytic converter, I know it sounds like a lot but the car has been pretty reliable knocking on wood and I'm sure it'll get me to 200k no problem. I wouldn't be surprised if I hit 300k before the wheels fall off.
Worn Out? - Like I said, my struts are worn out and I can definitely feel it, the drivers seat and steering wheel are awfully bad, transmission feels strong still and same with the engine. I'm sure some steering components will need replaced soon but it doesn't feel like its worn out per say. She still feels really good to be honest.

 

[Jaybird Skedattle]

My 2017 S will turn 12,000 miles in a month or so low miles, and hope it lasts me a long time at least to 120,000 as I may take some longer trips in the future

 

[Intruder]

My 2017 S will turn 12,000 miles in a month or so low miles, and hope it lasts me a long time at least to 120,000 as I may take some longer trips in the future

At your current mileage rate, your car will be 50 years old when it’s flips 120K

 

[Chuzz]

My 2017 Forte LX has 138,000 miles on it. Still runs like a top. My city/highway driving is about 50/50. I'm a fairly aggressive driver. I do maintenance when it's needed and change my oil every 10,000 miles with Mobil1 full synthetic and a Mobil1 104A filter. Other than regular maintenance like plugs and brakes, the only engine issue I've had was a failed coil pack around 90,000 miles. Cheap and easy fix. I could probably use some new struts, but it's not too bad. I don't hear any rattles or squeaks and the ride isn't unacceptable to my wife who's had 13 back surgeries. Her biggest issue is getting in and out of it. Next ride will probably be a Sorento.

 

[Destonomos]

Miles - 118,000 (Domino's delivery driver)
Year - 2019 Forte EX
Driving Style - About 75/25 (City/Highway) and I'm in Southern Oregon so it's pretty hot in the summer and gets below freezing in the winter
Maintenance - Oil change every 5k (Pen Platinum Synthetic 5w20), Techron additive every 6 months, intake filter every 30k, brake fluid flush at 100k, going to be doing spark plugs any day now (NGK Iridium), and probably more I'm just not thinking of.
Problems - I had my IVT replaced at around 30k under warranty, there's a weird rubbing sound when I turn the steering wheel (there's a TSB out for this but I'm out of B2B warranty so I just tolerate it), the "leather" on my steering wheel is worn all the way through and looks like crap so I put a cover on it, the "leatherette" seats on the driver side has cracked and has multiple large holes in it, my blower motor got replaced around 35k under warranty because it was squeaking at low speeds, both torsion rods in the trunk broke at about 80k and I replaced those myself, I'm due for new front struts so I'll be doing those in the next couple months (my camber is off sightly on my alignment because my shocks are sagging a bit and they can't get it back to perfect without installing new ones), I have a P0420 code thrown because I burn about 2-3 qts of oil every 5k and it's ruining my catalytic converter, I know it sounds like a lot but the car has been pretty reliable knocking on wood and I'm sure it'll get me to 200k no problem. I wouldn't be surprised if I hit 300k before the wheels fall off.
Worn Out? - Like I said, my struts are worn out and I can definitely feel it, the drivers seat and steering wheel are awfully bad, transmission feels strong still and same with the engine. I'm sure some steering components will need replaced soon but it doesn't feel like its worn out per say. She still feels really good to be honest.

no lie, I hope your hard on your car as a delivery drivers because this shit was nightmare fuel for me.

2020 kia forte gt-line - just crossed 68k miles. 0 issues outside of a squeak in passenger side suspension, recalled steering column, and transmission update 3 months in (bought in oct 2019)

 

[Forte_Mike]

• Year and model Forte? 2017 LX with 98,000 miles
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• What percentage of city and highway driving do you do? 75% Highway in warm climate
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• How do you handle maintenance? I do all the maintenance I'm capable of but the car has required very little so far beyond simple oil & filter changes, new tires and new battery. The only dealer maintenance was a service campaign to replace the springs inside the four ignition coils which I just had done and was free. Brakes were handled by my independent mechanic.
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• What problems have you encountered and when? #1 problem is dim low-beam headlights. Starting around 2021, the bulbs started burning out and have been dim even when replaced. The beam pattern is correct and the reflectors/projectors are clear with no fogging. It's gotten so bad that cars behind me at night cast a shadow in front of me! Thankfully, the high-beams work great. The dealer just inspected the low-beams but (surprise) said everything was within specs. I plan to report this to NHTSA for a recall. The only other problems have been minor and easy/cheap to fix (fuel door sticking, water in rear lights) that resulted in TSBs; I replaced the parts myself.
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• Does your car feel like it is worn out or still feels good? What parts feel worn out (steering, transmission, engine, etc.)? I bought the Forte new and it still runs great (except for the low-beam headlights). I really like the car but may have to ditch it if there's no solution for the low-=beam headlights.