Does the 2023 Kia Forte need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- All 9 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $212 more a year.
- 65% of 72 sedans (2023) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| LX IVT FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| LXS FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| LXS IVT FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| GT-Line FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| GT-Line IVT FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| GT DCT FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| GT FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| GT Manual FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Kia Forte | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2023 Subaru Impreza | 4-door Manual AWD | Regular |
| 2023 Nissan Sentra | S FWD | Regular |
| 2023 Volkswagen Jetta | 1.5T S FWD | Regular |
| 2023 Hyundai Elantra | SE FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree