How fast does the Kia Forte depreciate?
Average depreciation
12.3%per year
The newest Kia Forte (2024) has a fair price of about $20,344. Older model years retain progressively less of that value.
Value retention by model year
| Model year | Age (yrs) | Fair price | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | $20,344 | 100% |
| 2023 | 3 | $19,594 | 96% |
| 2022 | 4 | $18,007 | 89% |
| 2021 | 5 | $15,223 | 75% |
| 2020 | 6 | $13,708 | 67% |
| 2019 | 7 | $12,236 | 60% |
| 2018 | 8 | $9,832 | 48% |
| 2017 | 9 | $8,984 | 44% |
| 2016 | 10 | $7,238 | 36% |
This is a cross-sectional estimate: it compares the mileage-adjusted market prices of different model years today, not the resale history of a single car. Actual depreciation depends on mileage, condition, trim, and market shifts.
12-year depreciation forecast
Projected resale value and typical accumulated mileage for the Kia Forte by vehicle age. Rows marked Market are backed by current listings; Projected rows extrapolate the 12.3%-per-year rate.
| Age (yrs) | Model year | Est. miles | Resale value | Retention | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2024 | 24,000 | $20,344 | 100% | Market |
| 3 | 2023 | 36,000 | $19,594 | 96% | Market |
| 4 | 2022 | 48,000 | $18,007 | 89% | Market |
| 5 | 2021 | 60,000 | $15,223 | 75% | Market |
| 6 | 2020 | 72,000 | $13,708 | 67% | Market |
| 7 | 2019 | 84,000 | $12,236 | 60% | Market |
| 8 | 2018 | 96,000 | $9,832 | 48% | Market |
| 9 | 2017 | 108,000 | $8,984 | 44% | Market |
| 10 | 2016 | 120,000 | $7,238 | 36% | Market |
| 11 | 2015 | 132,000 | $6,218 | 31% | Projected |
| 12 | 2014 | 144,000 | $5,451 | 27% | Projected |
| 13 | 2013 | 156,000 | $4,779 | 23% | Projected |
Mileage assumes ~12,000 mi/yr. Projected values use the fitted depreciation rate and are floored at 15% of the newest year's value; they are estimates, not guarantees.
Frequently asked questions
How fast does the Kia Forte depreciate?
About 12.3% per year, based on a comparison of mileage-adjusted market prices across model years.
What is a Kia Forte worth after 10 years?
A 2016 Kia Forte is worth roughly $7,238 — about 36% of the newest year's fair price.
What will a Kia Forte be worth at 13 years old?
Projecting the 12.3%-per-year rate forward, a 13-year-old Kia Forte (around 156,000 miles) would be worth about $4,779 — roughly 23% of the newest year's value. A projection, not a guarantee.
Cross-sectional depreciation estimate from live market listings, adjusted for mileage · updated 6/25/2026. Estimates only; your car's value depends on condition, options, and location.