Kia Forte GT Turbo performance summary
The 2026 Kia Forte GT Turbo makes 201 hp and 264 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 6.5s, about 6.1s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 14.65s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 51% of the cars in our database, with more power than 34% of them and a higher top speed than 34%. That works out to roughly 127 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Kia Forte GT Turbo ranks against 1,483 cars
Kia Forte GT Turbo vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Forte GT Turbo | 201 | 6.5s | 200 km/h | 14.65s |
| Kia Soul Turbo | 201 | 6.5s | 200 km/h | 14.65s |
| Kia Forte GT-Line | 201 | 6.5s | 200 km/h | 14.65s |
| Acura ILX Premium | 201 | 6.6s | 200 km/h | 14.73s |
| Acura ILX Technology Package | 201 | 6.6s | 200 km/h | 14.73s |
| Acura ILX Special Edition | 201 | 6.6s | 200 km/h | 14.73s |
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Kia Forte GT Turbo FAQ
What is the Kia Forte GT Turbo 0-60 mph time?
The Kia Forte GT Turbo does 0-60 mph in about 6.1s, based on its 6.5s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Kia Forte GT Turbo?
The listed top speed is 124 mph, or 200 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Kia Forte GT Turbo have?
The Kia Forte GT Turbo is listed at 201 hp with 264 Nm of torque.
What is the Kia Forte GT Turbo quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Kia Forte GT Turbo quarter-mile at 14.65s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Kia Forte GT Turbo?
Similar performance rivals include Kia Soul Turbo, Kia Forte GT-Line, Acura ILX Premium.