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Kia Forte5 Light Bulb Sizes
Complete bulb size reference for the Kia Forte5 from 2012 to 2018. Find headlight, fog light, turn signal, and brake light bulb sizes for every model year.
The Kia forte5 changed low beam specifications across model years — 2014–2016: H11; 2017–2018: H7; 2012–2013: H11B. Make sure to select your exact year below to get the right bulb size.
Year Range
2012 – 2018
7 model yearsBulb Sizes Across Years
| Position | Bulb Type(s) | Years | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side Marker | 168(2014–2018) | 5 years | Consistent |
| Low Beam | H11(2014–2016) H7(2017–2018) H11B(2012–2013) | 7 years | Changed |
| Fog Light | H8(2014–2018) 881(2012–2013) | 7 years | Changed |
| High Beam | H1(2012–2016) 9005(2017–2018) | 7 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Rear | 1156A(2014–2018) 1157A(2012–2013) | 7 years | Changed |
| License Plate | 168(2012–2018) | 7 years | Consistent |
| Reverse Light | 921(2012–2018) | 7 years | Consistent |
| Dome Light | DE3175(2012–2018) | 7 years | Consistent |
| Map Light | DE3175(2012–2018) | 7 years | Consistent |
| Brake Light | 921(2012–2013) | 2 years | Consistent |
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Frequently Asked Questions
We have bulb size data for the Kia Forte5 from 2012 to 2018, covering 7 model years. Select your year below for a complete position-by-position bulb chart.
Yes, the Kia Forte5 changed low beam bulb specifications across generations: 2014–2016: H11; 2017–2018: H7; 2012–2013: H11B. Make sure to check your exact year using the list below.
The Kia Forte5 uses a H11 bulb for the low beam and a H1 for the high beam, and a H8 for the fog lights. Select your year below for the exact fitment chart.
Yes. The Kia Forte5 uses a H11 low beam, and direct-fit LED conversion kits for that size are widely available. LED upgrades typically produce 2–3× more light output than stock halogen and last 25,000+ hours. Look for a DOT-compliant kit with a proper beam cutoff pattern.
Select your model year from the list below. Each year page shows every bulb position — low beam, high beam, fog light, turn signal, and brake light — with the correct size and a link to buy it on Amazon.