What is the fuel consumption of the 2011 old model Kia Forte?

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MacMorgan
07/24/25 3:02am
The fuel consumption of the 2011 old model Kia Forte is as follows: the 1.6L manual transmission model consumes 7.4 liters per 100 kilometers, while the automatic transmission model consumes 9.1 liters per 100 kilometers. The 2.0L automatic transmission model consumes 10 liters per 100 kilometers. Additional details are as follows: 1. 1.6L naturally aspirated engine: The 1.6L naturally aspirated engine of the Forte has a maximum power of 90kW and a maximum torque of 155 Nm. The engine reaches its maximum power at 6300 rpm and its maximum torque at 4200 rpm. This engine is equipped with multi-point fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. 2. 2.0L naturally aspirated engine: The 2.0L naturally aspirated engine of the Forte delivers 156 horsepower and a maximum torque of 194 Nm. The engine reaches its maximum power at 6200 rpm and its maximum torque at 4300 rpm. This engine is also equipped with multi-point fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block.
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OKayden
08/10/25 10:34pm
As a long-time owner of a 2011 Kia Forte, I've noticed this car's fuel consumption is quite sensitive. My average combined fuel economy is around 9-10L/100km. On highways, it easily drops to 7-8L, but can spike to 12L in heavy traffic. When the engine was newer right after purchase, the fuel efficiency was slightly better. After five years of driving, the consumption has increased a bit mainly due to carbon buildup in the engine. I'm quite meticulous about maintenance - changing oil every 5,000km and keeping tire pressure at recommended levels helps save some fuel. Driving habits are crucial too - avoid sudden acceleration and hard braking, gradual speed increase is better. Winter heating consumes extra fuel, and summer AC also affects mileage, especially on short trips when the engine doesn't warm up properly. Overall, this car's fuel efficiency is slightly above average - not very city-traffic-friendly, but remains a reliable daily driver with proper maintenance. Regular checks of air filters and spark plugs can prevent sudden fuel consumption spikes.
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