2017 Kia Forte Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Kia Forte factory audio system features specific mounting locations for various drivers. The dashboard accommodates a 1 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear door panel accommodate 6.5 inch speakers. Compatible speaker types for system replacement and upgrade include tweeter, midbass, and full-range.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2017 Kia Forte Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 02017 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 2017 Kia Forte factory audio configuration includes dedicated tweeters in the dashboard locations measuring 1 inch, which handle high-frequency reproduction independently from the larger door-mounted speakers.
- Both front and rear door panels accommodate 6.5 inch speakers that can function as either midbass drivers or full-range units, depending on whether the system relies on the separate dashboard tweeters for high frequencies.
- Upgrading the door panel speakers may provide more substantial sound improvement than replacing the dashboard tweeters, as the larger 6.5 inch drivers handle the majority of the audible frequency spectrum and contribute more to overall output.
- The presence of separate tweeter locations suggests a component-style speaker approach might complement the existing factory architecture better than installing full-range speakers alone in the door positions.
- Both Single DIN and Double DIN head units are compatible with the radio opening, offering flexibility when replacing the source unit as part of an audio system upgrade.
- Replacement speakers for the door locations would need to account for mounting depth and magnet clearance within the door panel cavity, as 6.5 inch aftermarket options vary considerably in their physical profiles.
- The midbass designation for the door speakers indicates they may work in conjunction with the dashboard tweeters in a factory crossover configuration, which could affect impedance matching when selecting aftermarket components.