Kia Forte EX Premium performance summary
The 2026 Kia Forte EX Premium makes 147 hp and 179 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 9.2s, about 8.6s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 16.78s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 22% of the cars in our database, with more power than 19% of them and a higher top speed than 27%. That works out to roughly 153 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Kia Forte EX Premium ranks against 1,483 cars
Kia Forte EX Premium vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Forte EX Premium | 147 | 9.2s | 190 km/h | 16.78s |
| Kia Forte LXS | 147 | 9.2s | 190 km/h | 16.78s |
| Kia Forte FE | 147 | 9.2s | 190 km/h | 16.78s |
| Kia Forte Limited Edition | 147 | 9.2s | 190 km/h | 16.78s |
| Kia Seltos LX | 146 | 9.2s | 190 km/h | 16.78s |
| Nissan Qashqai Tekna | 158 | 9.2s | 190 km/h | 16.78s |
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Kia Forte EX Premium FAQ
What is the Kia Forte EX Premium 0-60 mph time?
The Kia Forte EX Premium does 0-60 mph in about 8.6s, based on its 9.2s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Kia Forte EX Premium?
The listed top speed is 118 mph, or 190 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Kia Forte EX Premium have?
The Kia Forte EX Premium is listed at 147 hp with 179 Nm of torque.
What is the Kia Forte EX Premium quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Kia Forte EX Premium quarter-mile at 16.78s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Kia Forte EX Premium?
Similar performance rivals include Kia Forte LXS, Kia Forte FE, Kia Forte Limited Edition.