Real price data
What should you pay for a 2023 Kia Forte?
Original MSRP
$20,190
When new
Fair market price
$19,594
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$596
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $17,997 · 75th $21,304 · MSRP $20,190
Spread of current 2023 Kia Forte listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LXS | $18,420 | $20,190 | — |
| GT-Line | $20,434 | $21,690 | — |
| GT | $22,135 | $24,190 | — |
- LXS
- $18,420
- GT-Line
- $20,434
- GT
- $22,135
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2023 Kia Forte runs about $19,905 in MT to $21,919 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 | $1,421 | $110+ | $21,125 |
| TX | $1,225 | $332 | $21,151 |
| FL | $1,176 | $1,074+ | $21,844 |
| NY | $784 | $371 | $20,749 |
| PA | $1,176 | $587 | $21,357 |
| IL | $1,225 | $683 | $21,502 |
| OH | $1,127 | $444 | $21,165 |
| GA | $1,372 | $637 | $21,603 |
| NC | $588 | $793 | $20,975 |
| WA | $1,274 | $215+ | $21,083 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $20,119 |
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 2023 Kia Forte configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2023 Kia Forte.
STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the front left steering knuckle may crack, which can result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front left steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2023. Owner may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC259.
Campaign 22V906000 · 08/12/2022
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC283.
Campaign 23V649000 · 22/09/2023
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Forte vehicles. The right front lower control arm may have been improperly welded, which can cause it to fail.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will replace the right front lower control arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC306. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 23V-649.
Campaign 24V244000 · 01/04/2024
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2023 Kia Forte?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $19,594, within a typical market range of $17,997 to $21,304.
Is the 2023 Kia Forte cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $20,190, so a fair used price is roughly $596 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2023 Kia Forte?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $19,905 in MT to $21,919 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.