Real price data
What should you pay for a 2022 Kia Forte?
Original MSRP
$19,090
When new
Fair market price
$18,007
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$1,083
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $16,082 · 75th $19,469 · MSRP $19,090
Spread of current 2022 Kia Forte listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LXS | $16,618 | $19,590 | — |
| FE | $18,381 | $19,090 | — |
| GT-Line | $19,174 | $21,290 | — |
| GT | $19,528 | $23,490 | — |
- LXS
- $16,618
- FE
- $18,381
- GT-Line
- $19,174
- GT
- $19,528
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2022 Kia Forte runs about $18,318 in MT to $20,227 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,306 | $110+ | $19,423 |
| TX | $1,125 | $332 | $19,464 |
| FL | $1,080 | $1,074+ | $20,161 |
| NY | $720 | $371 | $19,098 |
| PA | $1,080 | $587 | $19,674 |
| IL | $1,125 | $683 | $19,815 |
| OH | $1,035 | $444 | $19,486 |
| GA | $1,260 | $637 | $19,904 |
| NC | $540 | $793 | $19,340 |
| WA | $1,170 | $215+ | $19,392 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $18,532 |
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
27
MPG city
35
MPG highway
30
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2022 Kia Forte configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2022 Kia Forte.
STEERING:COLUMN
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
Campaign 22V304000 · 05/05/2022
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2022 Kia Forte?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $18,007, within a typical market range of $16,082 to $19,469.
Is the 2022 Kia Forte cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $19,090, so a fair used price is roughly $1,083 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2022 Kia Forte?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $18,318 in MT to $20,227 in NJ, 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.