Real price data
What should you pay for a 2016 Kia Forte?
Original MSRP
$17,700
When new
Fair market price
$7,238
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$10,462
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $5,999 · 75th $8,995 · MSRP $17,700
Spread of current 2016 Kia Forte listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $7,306 | $17,700 | — |
| EX | $7,405 | $19,990 | — |
- LX
- $7,306
- EX
- $7,405
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Kia Forte runs about $7,549 in MT to $8,746 in FL — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $525 | $110+ | $7,873 |
| TX | $452 | $332 | $8,022 |
| FL | $434 | $1,074+ | $8,746 |
| NY | $290 | $371 | $7,899 |
| PA | $434 | $587 | $8,259 |
| IL | $452 | $683 | $8,373 |
| OH | $416 | $444 | $8,098 |
| GA | $507 | $637 | $8,382 |
| NC | $217 | $793 | $8,248 |
| WA | $470 | $215+ | $7,923 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $7,763 |
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2016 Kia Forte?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $7,238, within a typical market range of $5,999 to $8,995.
Is the 2016 Kia Forte cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $17,700, so a fair used price is roughly $10,462 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 $7,549 in MT to $8,746 in FL, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/21/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.