Kia Forte Light Bulb Size

How do I know what size of light bulb my Kia Forte takes?

Low Beam Bulb Size:

• 2004-2014 Kia Forte: Utilizes a single bulb (9008) for both low and high beam headlights.
• 2015-present Kia Forte: Low beam headlights require H11 bulbs.

High Beam Bulb Size:

• 2004-2014 Kia Forte: Uses a single bulb (9008) for both low and high beam headlights.
• 2015-present Kia Forte: High beam headlights use 9005 bulbs.

Fog Lights Bulb Size:

• The fog lights in Kia Forte models across different years typically use H11 bulbs.

Tail Lights Bulb Size:

• 1999-2004 Kia Forte: Equipped with dual-beam bulbs, 9007 for the tail lights.
• 2005-2014 Kia Forte: Tail lights require 4057R bulbs.
• 2015-present Kia Forte with halogen headlights: Uses 3157R bulbs for the tail lights.
• 2015-present Kia Forte with LED headlights: Utilizes LED bulbs for the tail lights.

Commonly Used Bulb Sizes for Other Positions:

• Center High Mount Stop Light: 912 bulb
• Brake Light: 912 bulb
• License Plate Light: 168 or 917 bulb
• Parking Light: 7444NA or 7444NA bulb
• Turn Signal Light (with halogen headlights): 7444NA bulb
• Tail Light and Backup Reverse Light: 3157R bulbs
• Trunk or Cargo Area Light: 912 bulb

What bulb goes into a Kia Forte?

The bulb sizes required for various positions in the Kia Forte may differ depending on the year and generation of the vehicle. It is crucial to consult the specific bulb size chart for your Kia Forte's year of production to ensure compatibility.

What headlight bulb size Kia Forte has?

For Kia Forte models produced between 2004 and 2014, the headlight bulb size is 9008 for both low and high beams. However, starting from 2015, Kia Forte uses H11 bulbs for low beams and 9005 bulbs for high beams.

What headlight bulb do I need for a Kia Forte?

If you are looking to replace the headlight bulbs in your Kia Forte, you will need H11 bulbs for low beams and 9005 bulbs for high beams if your vehicle is from the 2015-present generation. However, for Kia Forte models produced between 2004 and 2014, a single bulb (9008) serves as both low and high beam headlights.

Based on the Kia Forte bulb size chart, starting from 2015, Kia Forte models are equipped with LED headlights and taillights from the factory.

The specific trim levels or qualifiers that come with LED technology can vary depending on the year and generation of the Kia Forte. It is recommended to refer to the bulb size chart for each specific year and trim level to determine whether a particular Kia Forte model is equipped with Halogen, LED, or HID technology.

Does Kia Forte Have Automatic Headlamps?

The Kia Forte introduced automatic headlamps in certain model years and generations. For example, the 13th generation of the Kia Forte (2015 - 2020) is equipped with auto headlamps as a standard feature.

In previous generations, automatic headlights may have been available as optional equipment, but they were not included as a standard feature in all trim levels.