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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A26C5498585 · 64609426

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 140088 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: LEXINGTON, KY
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Current bid US$350Oct 12, 20260h 00mPre-loss value US$4,769Repair 168% of value

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A20C5498520 · 71435456

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 229280 mi
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: JACKSONVILLE, FL
Title status: Rebuilt
Status: Runs & drives

Oct 12, 20260h 00mPre-loss value US$2,528Repair 255% of value

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, SX

KNAFW4A33C5494268 · 78337065

2.4L 4 · 4 cyl · Front-wheel Drive · GAS

Odometer: 0 mi
Primary damage: BURN
Storage location: THEODORE, AL
Title status: Salvage

Oct 13, 20260h 00mPre-loss value US$5,101Repair 196% of value

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A22C5482979 · 68611236

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 138233 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Oct 14, 20260h 00mPre-loss value US$4,540Repair 287% of value

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A2XC5479215 · 68015006

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 153934 mi
Seller: GEICO
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: ANDERSON, CA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Oct 16, 20260h 00mPre-loss value US$7,685Repair 103% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A28C5608519 · 71841246

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 135288 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: LONGVIEW, TX
Title status: Salvage

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$3,710

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A24C5595462 · 72100896

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 191030 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: NEW ORLEANS, LA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$3,493

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A2XC5479196 · 68350046

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 90088 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: ELGIN, IL
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$6,597

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A29C5570332 · 70265596

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 0 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: MONTGOMERY, AL
Title status: Salvage

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$3,392

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5592263 · 67268576

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 169491 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: LAWRENCEBURG, KY
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$2,899Repair 128% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A2XC5482762 · 68871736

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 0 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: VANDALISM
Storage location: LAWRENCEBURG, KY
Title status: Salvage

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$5,052

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU5A29C5596273 · 66251196

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 178581 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: ALL OVER
Storage location: YORK HAVEN, PA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$3,894

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A29C5532499 · 70240356

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 162348 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: EIGHT MILE, AL
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$3,604

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Copart Canada

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A23C5589037 · 69180946

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 150477 km
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: MONTREAL-EST, QC
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value CA$3,998Repair 301% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A29C5529392 · 63373246

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 0 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: SEAFORD, DE
Title status: Salvage

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$4,418Repair 446% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A28C5545339 · 61570016

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 220308 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: SEAFORD, DE
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$3,815

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A24C5548223 · 52850246

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · Front-wheel Drive · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 134813 mi
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: NEWTON, AL
Title status: Salvage

Auction not assigned

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A2XC5633907 · 62495736

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 185808 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: LUMBERTON, NC
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$3,696

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A21C5585746 · 82097884

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · Front-wheel Drive · GAS

Odometer: 151675 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: SEAFORD, DE
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Auction not assignedPre-loss value US$4,009Repair 119% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A20C5611611 · 71317116

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 168010 mi
Primary damage: MECHANICAL
Storage location: ANDERSON, CA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

EndedOct 9, 2026Pre-loss value US$6,400

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A2XC5632725 · 70629906

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 109578 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: LITTLETON, CO
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$250Oct 7, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,122Repair 131% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A22C5586677 · 71486676

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 118803 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: SPANAWAY, WA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$200Oct 9, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,259Repair 220% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A29C5521812 · 90312705

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · Front-wheel Drive · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 244992 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: COLUMBUS, OH
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$100Oct 9, 2026Pre-loss value US$2,043Repair 142% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A28C5553070 · 58647626

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 168478 mi
Seller: GEICO
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: SAN DIEGO, CA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$125Oct 2, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,806

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IAA Canada

2012 KIA FORTE

KNAFU6A2XC5****** · 40089203

2.0L I4 FI DOHC 16V NF4 · Auto

Odometer: 0 km
Primary damage: Left Side
Storage location: PENTICTON, BC
Title status: PartsOnly
Status: Doesn't start

EndedOct 2, 2026

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A23C5519845 · 67833956

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 56552 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: SUN VALLEY, CA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$225Sep 30, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,210Repair 108% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, LX

KNAFT4A27C5639652 · 68228626

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 0 mi
Primary damage: MECHANICAL
Storage location: SAVANNAH, GA
Title status: None

Last bid US$200Sep 28, 2026

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A22C5533333 · 67042806

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 95330 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: ANDERSON, CA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$250Oct 2, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,347

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A27C5569194 · 58782316

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 129146 mi
Seller: GEICO
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: ASSONET, MA
Title status: Salvage

Last bid US$200Oct 7, 2026Pre-loss value US$6,199Repair 155% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A22C5585108 · 64932286

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 191546 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: CLEWISTON, FL
Title status: Rebuilt
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$350Oct 5, 2026Pre-loss value US$2,589Repair 187% of value

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IAA Canada

2012 KIA FORTE

KNAFU4A26C5520276 · 40088208

2.0L I-4 DOHC, VVT, 156HP · Auto

Odometer: 265635 km
Primary damage: Left Side
Storage location: SURREY, BC
Title status: Repairable
Status: Runs & drives

EndedSep 25, 2026

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A24C5479730 · 69827946

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 127850 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: HUEYTOWN, AL
Title status: Salvage
Status: Engine starts

EndedPre-loss value US$2,967Repair 154% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5556590 · 62995996

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 159591 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: ANDREWS, TX
Title status: Salvage

Last bid US$90Sep 30, 2026Pre-loss value US$2,750

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, LX

KNAFT4A20C5626760 · 67567036

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · MANUAL

Odometer: 207382 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: GAINESVILLE, GA
Title status: Salvage

Last bid US$250Oct 7, 2026Pre-loss value US$3,351Repair 118% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, LX

KNAFT4A2XC5511406 · 65237706

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 155851 mi
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: FINKSBURG, MD
Title status: Salvage

Last bid US$250Oct 5, 2026Pre-loss value US$3,946Repair 238% of value

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Copart Canada

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5517854 · 68073096

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 72827 km
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: MONTREAL-EST, QC
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid CA$425Oct 6, 2026Pre-loss value CA$4,741Repair 110% of value

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, SX

KNAFW4A37C5552222 · 55700396

2.4L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 147219 mi
Primary damage: HAIL
Storage location: COLUMBIA, MO
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$400Sep 29, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,658Repair 113% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, SX

KNAFW4A30C5552742 · 67682396

2.4L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 50620 mi
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: HAMPTON, VA
Title status: None
Status: Engine starts

Last bid US$525Sep 22, 2026Pre-loss value US$7,074Repair 108% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5521807 · 60929256

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 184353 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: CHAMBERSBURG, PA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$375Sep 18, 2026Pre-loss value US$3,195

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A21C5533145 · 58787316

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 168332 mi
Seller: GEICO
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: GRANTVILLE, PA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$600Sep 22, 2026Pre-loss value US$3,523

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A22C5603672 · 65167216

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 138171 mi
Seller: GEICO
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: WEST MIFFLIN, PA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$400Sep 30, 2026Pre-loss value US$3,624Repair 117% of value

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A26C5568599 · 54254026

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 146501 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: GREENWOOD, NE
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

EndedSep 29, 2026Pre-loss value US$3,783

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, SX

KNAFW5A37C5545213 · 60544896

2.4L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 19869 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: WALDORF, MD
Title status: Salvage
Status: Engine starts

Last bid US$1,000Oct 9, 2026Pre-loss value US$8,169

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A23C5637278 · 66980186

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 185892 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: NAMPA, ID
Title status: Salvage
Status: Engine starts

Last bid US$90Sep 24, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,000

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A20C5516661 · 67723766

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 95720 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: LEBANON, TN
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$800Sep 28, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,373

Ended

Copart Canada

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A2XC5529644 · 62119906

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 218015 km
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: LONDON, ON
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid CA$325Sep 15, 2026Pre-loss value CA$2,523Repair 538% of value

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A29C5616354 · 67833496

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 132743 mi
Seller: GEICO
Primary damage: VANDALISM
Storage location: SAN DIEGO, CA
Title status: Salvage

Last bid US$100Sep 15, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,937

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5625956 · 62935366

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 163774 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: NORTH BILLERICA, MA
Title status: Rebuilt

Last bid US$375Sep 11, 2026Pre-loss value US$3,483Repair 124% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5624600 · 67730336

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 157185 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$150Sep 29, 2026Pre-loss value US$2,927Repair 151% of value

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU5A23C5504493 · 55136016

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 173933 mi
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: TULSA, OK
Title status: None
Status: Runs & drives

EndedSep 16, 2026Pre-loss value US$2,885

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, SX

KNAFW5A34C5491787 · 66707816

AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 175875 mi
Primary damage: SIDE
Storage location: LOGANVILLE, GA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$375Sep 23, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,034Repair 104% of value

Ended

IAA Canada

2012 KIA FORTE

KNAFT4A20C5536573 · 12684194

2.0L I4 FI DOHC 16V NF4 · Auto

Odometer: 274342 Km
Primary damage: Left Side
Storage location: St-Eustache, QC
Title status: Repairable
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid CA$275Sep 9, 2026

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5557481 · 65542266

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 130465 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: PHOENIX, AZ
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$450Sep 10, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,585

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5578153 · 67709056

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 162719 mi
Primary damage: MECHANICAL
Storage location: EUGENE, OR
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$200Sep 25, 2026

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A25C5606033 · 51803756

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 134296 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: GLASSBORO, NJ
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$775Sep 15, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,204

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU5A24C5481998 · 60896646

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 134931 mi
Primary damage: WATER/FLOOD
Storage location: DES MOINES, IA
Title status: Salvage

Last bid US$80Sep 25, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,222

Ended

Copart Canada

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A22C5514944 · 62468486

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 209997 km
Primary damage: UNDERCARRIAGE
Storage location: LONDON, ON
Title status: Salvage

Last bid CA$150Sep 1, 2026Pre-loss value CA$4,051

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Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A2XC5630148 · 66482356

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 113284 mi
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: KANSAS CITY, KS
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$700Sep 17, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,866

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A20C5632104 · 85973825

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 131774 mi
Seller: State Farm Insurance
Primary damage: FRONT END
Storage location: NEW BRITAIN, CT
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$525Sep 1, 2026Pre-loss value US$5,058Repair 110% of value

Ended

Copart USA

2012 KIA FORTE, EX

KNAFU4A23C5493876 · 65792126

2.0L 4 · 4 cyl · FRONT WHEEL DRIVE · AUTOMATIC

Odometer: 207294 mi
Primary damage: REAR END
Storage location: ELLENWOOD, GA
Title status: Salvage
Status: Runs & drives

Last bid US$300Sep 17, 2026Pre-loss value US$4,016

2012 Kia Forte price data

Median bid: $825
Average bid: $618
Bid range: $53 – $1,203
Avg. retail: $4,079
Typical repair vs value: 110%

Based on 95 archived lots — USD-normalized, last observed bid (not a guaranteed sale price).

Recalls and crash ratings

4 recall campaigns on record

ENGINEDec 2020
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULEJun 2018
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGESDec 2017
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Forte and Forte Koup vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake light switch plunger to remain extended when the brake pedal is released. This will allow the brake lights to remain illuminated continuously. It can also allow the shift lever to be moved without depressing the brake pedal, or activate the engine management brake pedal override feature.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake pedal stopper pad, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC158.

Show 1 more recall

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULESep 2023
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.

NHTSA crash test

Overall: 4 of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 of 5 stars
Side: 4 of 5 stars
Rollover: 4 of 5 stars

Rated as 2012 Kia Forte 5 HB FWD — one of 2 rated variants of this model

From the U.S. NHTSA, by model year, make and model — not this exact car. A recall may already have been repaired; ask the seller or a dealer with the VIN.

Fuel economy

Regular Gasoline

City: 25 MPG
Highway: 35 MPG
Combined: 29 MPG
Fuel per year: US$2,250
CO2: 306 g/mi

Figures for Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L — one of 4 variants the EPA lists for this model year

From the U.S. EPA, by model year, make and model — not this exact car. Fuel per year assumes U.S. prices and 15,000 miles.

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How much does a salvage 2012 Kia Forte sell for?

Across 95 salvage 2012 Kia Forte lots, the median winning-side bid is $825 and the average is $618 (range $53 to $1,203). Pre-loss retail value averages $4,079. Prices are USD-normalized from IAA and Copart; a sold lot’s figure is the last observed bid, not a guaranteed sale price.