Where there's room on price
61
/ 100 (strong)
Approx. 63 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 6% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick price report
2016 Kia Forte Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$7,177
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$2,900$13,999
- Typical market range
- $5,999–$9,286
- Typical asking price
- $7,177
- Original MSRP range
- $17,700–$19,990
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
2 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
63
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2016 Kia Forte.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$16,284–$16,992
Estimated dealer invoice — about $17,700 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX | $7,024 | $19,990 | $18,391–$19,190 |
| LX | $7,138 | $17,700 | $16,284–$16,992 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$5,987$13,507$21,027
Typical askingEX
$7,024
EX: typical asking price $7,024, original MSRP $19,990, estimated dealer cost $18,391 to $19,190.
LX
$7,138
LX: typical asking price $7,138, original MSRP $17,700, estimated dealer cost $16,284 to $16,992.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Kia Forte runs about $7,488 in MT to $8,682 in FL — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $520 | $110+ | $7,807 |
| TX | $449 | $332 | $7,958 |
| FL | $431 | $1,074+ | $8,682 |
| NY | $287 | $371 | $7,835 |
| PA | $431 | $587 | $8,195 |
| IL | $449 | $683 | $8,309 |
| OH | $413 | $444 | $8,034 |
| GA | $502 | $637 | $8,316 |
| NC | $215 | $793 | $8,185 |
| WA | $467 | $215+ | $7,859 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $7,702 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
24
MPG city
35
MPG highway
28
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2016 Kia Forte configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2016 Kia Forte.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216.
Campaign 21V622000 · 09/08/2021
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2016 Kia Forte?
Used 2016 Kia Forte listings ask about $7,177 at typical mileage, with most listings between $5,999 and $9,286. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2016 Kia Forte cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $17,700, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $10,523 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Kia Forte?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $7,488 in MT to $8,682 in FL, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Kia Forte?
There are about 63 days of national market supply for the 2016 Kia Forte — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2016 Kia Forte.
Is the listed price on a 2016 Kia Forte fair?
Not always. 2016 Kia Forte listings typically ask about $7,595, roughly 6% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $7,177. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Kia Forte?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $16,284–$16,992 — its $17,700 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.