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Kia Forte fuel economy & road trip cost
The Kia Forte (2015–2025) is rated at 33 combined MPG with a 13.2 gallon tank, giving roughly 348 miles between stops once you keep a sensible reserve.
Combined MPG
33
Tank
13.2 gal
Usable range
348 mi
Cost per mile
$0.105
Gas cost per 100 miles in a Kia Forte
| Pump price ($/gal) | 100 miles | 300 miles | Full tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3.00 | $9.09 | $27.27 | $39.60 |
| $3.50 | $10.61 | $31.82 | $46.20 |
| $4.00 | $12.12 | $36.36 | $52.80 |
| $4.50 | $13.64 | $40.91 | $59.40 |
| $5.00 | $15.15 | $45.45 | $66.00 |
Highway-heavy trips usually beat the combined rating; city traffic and roof loads reduce it.
Popular trips in a Kia Forte
- Las Vegas to Phoenix · ~$32
- Las Vegas to Los Angeles · ~$28
- Los Angeles to San Francisco · ~$43
- Los Angeles to San Diego · ~$14
- Los Angeles to Las Vegas · ~$28
- San Francisco to Los Angeles · ~$43
- New York to Boston · ~$23
- New York to Washington · ~$25
- New York to Philadelphia · ~$10
- Chicago to Indianapolis · ~$20
- Chicago to Detroit · ~$29
- Chicago to St. Louis · ~$32
Fuel figures on this page are modelled estimates built from published EPA combined MPG ratings and curated regional pump-price baselines. They are not live station quotes — always confirm the price at the pump before you travel.