Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Kia Forte models from 2010 to 2021 have recommended tire pressure of 32 psi to 35 psi based on model year, trim and original equipment tire size.
Kia Forte is a passenger car offered in 8 trims and equipped with 7 original equipment tire size sets. You can find recommended tire pressure for Kia Forte by model year, model trim or its original equipment tire size. Do not forget to check out frequently asked questions.
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2021 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2021 Kia Forte is 33 psi to 35 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 35 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 225/40R18 88W | 35 psi | 35 psi |
| 225/40R18/XL 92(Y) | 35 psi | 35 psi |
| 225/45R17 91W | 33 psi | 33 psi |
2020 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2020 Kia Forte is 33 psi to 35 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 35 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 225/40R18 88W | 35 psi | 35 psi |
| 225/40R18/XL 92(Y) | 35 psi | 35 psi |
| 225/45R17 91W | 33 psi | 33 psi |
2019 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2019 Kia Forte is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 225/45R17 91W | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P195/65R15 89S | -- psi | -- psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | -- psi | -- psi |
2018 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2018 Kia Forte is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
2017 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2017 Kia Forte is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
2016 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2016 Kia Forte is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P195/65R15 89T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
2015 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2015 Kia Forte is 32 psi for front tires and 32 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P195/65R15 89T | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
2014 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2014 Kia Forte is 32 psi for front tires and 32 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P195/65R15 89T | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
2013 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2013 Kia Forte is 32 psi for front tires and 32 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P195/65R15 89T | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
2012 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2012 Kia Forte is 32 psi for front tires and 32 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P195/65R15 89S | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
2011 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2011 Kia Forte is 32 psi for front tires and 32 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P195/65R15 89T | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
2010 Kia Forte Tire Pressure
Recommended tire pressure for 2010 Kia Forte is 32 psi for front tires and 32 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P195/65R15 89T | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
Select Kia Forte trim to see its original equipment tire sizes and corresponding tire inflation pressures.
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte EX
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte EX is 32 psi to 33 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 225/45R17 91W | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P195/65R15 89T | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 - 33 psi | 32 - 33 psi |
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte FE
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte FE is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte GT
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte GT is 35 psi for front tires and 35 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 225/40R18 88W | 35 psi | 35 psi |
| 225/40R18 92(Y) XL | 35 psi | 35 psi |
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte GT-Line
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte GT-Line is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 225/45R17 91W | 33 psi | 33 psi |
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte LX
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte LX is 32 psi to 33 psi for front tires and 32 psi to 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P195/65R15 89T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | 32 - 33 psi | 32 - 33 psi |
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte LXS
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte LXS is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte S
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte S is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| 225/45R17 91W | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| P205/55R16 89H | -- psi | -- psi |
Tire Pressure for Kia Forte SX
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte SX is 32 psi for front tires and 32 psi for rear tires.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| P215/45R17 87H | 32 psi | 32 psi |
Recommended tire inflation for Kia Forte original equipment tire sizes with matching trims and model years.
| Tire Size | Front Tire Pressure | Rear Tire Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 91T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| Years: 2017 - 2021 Trims: LX FE |
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| 205/55R16 91H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| Years: 2017 - 2021 Trims: S LXS |
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| 225/40R18 88W | 35 psi | 35 psi |
| Years: 2020 - 2021 Trims: GT |
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| 225/40R18 92(Y) XL | 35 psi | 35 psi |
| Years: 2020 - 2021 Trims: GT |
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| 225/45R17 91W | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| Years: 2019 - 2021 Trims: EX S GT-Line |
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| P195/65R15 89T | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| Years: 2010 - 2019 Trims: EX LX |
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| P205/55R16 89H | 33 psi | 33 psi |
| Years: 2010 - 2019 Trims: EX LX S |
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| P215/45R17 87H | 32 - 33 psi | 32 - 33 psi |
| Years: 2010 - 2018 Trims: SX EX |
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What should Kia Forte tire pressure be?
Recommended tire pressure for Kia Forte tires ranges from 32 psi to 35 psi, as set by vehicle manufacturer according to model's original equipment tire size and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) to optimize vehicle safety, performance and fuel efficiency.
Where to find recommended tire pressure for Kia Forte?
Kia Forte recommended tire pressure can be found in owner's manual, on a tire placard on the side of driver's door or door jam, on the trunk lid, in the console or on the fuel door. Tire inflation will be listed in psi (pounds per square inch), bar or kPa (kilopascals).
How to check tire pressure on Kia Forte?
To check Kia Forte tire pressure you will first need to determine its recommended tire pressure for the front and rear tires. Take off tire valve caps and use a tire pressure gauge to check tire inflation in every tire. Adjust Kia Forte tire pressure to its recommended levels. If overinflated, let some air out by pressing down the center plunger in the valve stem. If underinflated, add air with tire inflator. Recheck tire pressure to make sure all tires are properly inflated. Replace the valve stem caps. Make sure to check tire pressure when tires are "cold" and have not been driven for at least 3 hours. Remember that the front and rear tire pressures may differ.
What is proper tire pressure for Kia Forte replacement tires?
If you replace Kia Forte original equipment tires with non-stock tires that have different size or load capacity, new tires may require substantially different inflation pressures. Use our tire pressure calculator to find proper tire inflation when switching to a different tire size.
What is recommended winter tire pressure for Kia Forte?
Tire pressure fluctuates with ambient temperatures. When temperatures drop, Kia Forte tires may lose approximately 1 psi of air pressure for every 10 degree Fahrenheit decrease. During winter Kia Forte tires can be inflated 3 to 5 psi above the recommended tire pressure settings to compensate for lower temperatures. Do not overinflate above the maximum tire inflation pressure value indicated on tire sidewall. Make sure to check tire pressure regularly in the winter to keep tires properly inflated for a safe ride on snow and icy roads.
Is Kia Forte equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)?
If your Kia Forte is built after 2007, it is most likely equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Check owner's manual to see if your model has TPMS.
Why is Kia Forte tire pressure light on?
If Kia Forte TPMS warning light comes on and stays on, it means at least one of the tires is underinflated. If TPMS warning light goes on and off, fluctuating ambient temperatures may be the reason. If Kia Forte TPMS warning light flashes for 90 seconds when you start the vehicle and then remains illuminated, the TPMS is not functioning properly and you should have it serviced.
How to reset tire pressure light on Kia Forte?
To reset tire pressure light on Kia Forte, follow the instructions in owner's manual. If tire pressure monitoring system will not reset, there may be a problem with tire pressure sensors.