Kia Forte Statistics
81,470 vehicles analyzed (2010–2024)
Last updated: May 2026
The Kia Forte has an accident rate of 28.4% based on 81,470 vehicles analyzed from 2010 to 2024. The salvage title rate is 0.6% and the total loss rate is 0.3%. Average mileage is 44,878 miles with 1.5 owners on average.
Safety & Risk Profile
28.4%
Accident Rate
0.3%
Total Loss Rate
8.3%
Frame Damage
0.6%
Salvage Title
0.3%
Odometer Issues
Ownership Data
Avg Owners1.5
Avg Mileage44,878 mi
Common Specs
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Accident Rate Over Time
Year-by-Year Breakdown
| Year | Vehicles | Accident Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Kia Forte | 555 | 35.7% |
| 2011 Kia Forte | 301 | 36.5% |
| 2012 Kia Forte | 578 | 36.5% |
| 2013 Kia Forte | 528 | 38.5% |
| 2014 Kia Forte | 1,476 | 46.8% |
| 2015 Kia Forte | 1,651 | 45.7% |
| 2016 Kia Forte | 2,336 | 46.2% |
| 2017 Kia Forte | 4,327 | 47.8% |
| 2018 Kia Forte | 3,694 | 45.6% |
| 2019 Kia Forte | 6,140 | 41.8% |
| 2020 Kia Forte | 7,388 | 36.7% |
| 2021 Kia Forte | 16,908 | 28.8% |
| 2022 Kia Forte | 10,261 | 22.5% |
| 2023 Kia Forte | 17,155 | 16.6% |
| 2024 Kia Forte | 8,172 | 10.4% |
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