KIA Forte Maintenance Costs
A KIA Forte will cost about $5,805 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for popular sedan models by $1,291. There is also a 17.53% chance that a Forte will require a major repair during that time. This is 3.97% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
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KIA Forte Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.81% | $196 |
| 2 | 3.00% | $230 |
| 3 | 3.37% | $285 |
| 4 | 5.94% | $371 |
| 5 | 8.52% | $444 |
| 6 | 9.58% | $557 |
| 7 | 10.33% | $788 |
| 8 | 13.36% | $879 |
| 9 | 14.76% | $964 |
| 10 | 17.53% | $1,091 |
| 11 | 27.16% | $1,107 |
| 12 | 33.79% | $1,242 |
KIA Forte Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 7,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter |
| 15,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 22,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 30,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 37,500 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 45,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 52,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 60,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Valve Clearance Adjustment, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 67,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 75,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 82,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 90,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 97,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 105,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 112,500 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 120,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Valve Clearance Adjustment, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 127,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 135,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 142,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 150,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
What About KIA Forte Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a KIA Forte is about $1,741 per year. This adds up to around $8,705 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a KIA Forte. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
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Other KIA Forte Costs of Ownership
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