2013 Kia Forte Speaker Sizes

The 2013 Kia Forte speaker size chart presents factory audio system specifications for all speaker locations. Information covers replacement and aftermarket upgrade options for speakers mounted in front door panel and rear door panel positions. Details include factory speaker specifications to assist with audio system modifications.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Front Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2013 Kia Forte Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
3 easy to replace
2 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 3 Medium: 0 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 1 Low: 0

2013 Kia Forte Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2013 Kia Forte features a component-ready front door configuration with separate 1 inch tweeter locations and 6.5 inch woofer positions, suggesting the factory may have installed either component or coaxial speakers in these positions.
  • Both front and rear door panels accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, which could accept either midbass drivers in a component setup or full-range coaxial speakers depending on the desired audio configuration.
  • The front door tweeter locations provide dedicated high-frequency mounting points, potentially allowing for component speaker upgrades without requiring custom installation work or additional mounting hardware.
  • Rear door speakers are limited to 6.5 inch midbass or full-range options, with no separate tweeter provisions listed in the specifications.
  • The vehicle's radio accepts both Single DIN and Double DIN head units, offering flexibility for aftermarket stereo upgrades that might benefit from higher power output to drive upgraded speakers.
  • Component speaker systems might offer improved soundstage and clarity compared to coaxial options when utilizing the separate tweeter locations in the front doors.
  • The uniform 6.5 inch sizing across front and rear door positions could simplify speaker selection if planning a complete four-door replacement using matching models.
  • Aftermarket 6.5 inch speakers with higher sensitivity ratings could provide noticeable volume increases over factory units without requiring additional amplification.