KIA FORTE 2014-2018 1.6L/ 1.8L/ 2.0L EX/ FE/ LX/ S/ SX/ COUPE/ KOUP/ GT TURBO 6-SPEED + KNOB

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Q: Are the shifters essentially the same on the Koupe, Forte LX, Fo
Asked by: Tyler S. - 08/14/2026
A: Yes, we conform the sport shifter is compatible for the Kia Forte 1.8L 14-18 models.
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (08/15/2026)
Q: Does this have reverse lockout
Asked by: Chasity - 05/25/2026
A: Yes, the sport short shifter is equipped with the reverse lockout mechanism. 
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (05/29/2026)
Q: I am interested in the Short shifter for my 2016 forte koup sx
Asked by: Ryan - 08/21/2024
A: The shifter thread is the same as Original as M10x1.25 pitch; however, a sport shifter knob including. 
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (08/22/2024)
Q: So is the aftermarket racing sport shift knob that comes with it
Asked by: Brandon - 02/17/2023
A: Yes the sport shifter it is equipped with the weighted shifter knob and for the best performance; however, it is also compatible with the OEM knob. 
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (02/20/2023)
Q: will this product work for the forte5 sx turbo hatchback models?
Asked by: Saul - 01/17/2022
A: Yes the shifter is compatible with the 2015 Forte5 6-speed manual no problem
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (01/17/2022)
Q: Does this come with instructions for install on a 2017 Kia Forte
Asked by: Shawn Grader - 01/14/2022
A: Yes details installation instruction is including with the shifter part only.
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (01/17/2022)
Q: Would it be possible to order just the short throw? I have a shi
Asked by: chrys bossert - 09/20/2021
A: The Kia Forte sport short shifter it comes with the sport shifter knob as a kit and can't order without it; however, you might just keep it as for a spare if using other knob. I am not sure if other aftermarket knob is compatible with the COSMO R shifter though.
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (09/22/2021)
Q: will this fit on a 2015 kia forte5 sx and what kind of aftermark
Asked by: Thomas Tilk - 08/30/2021
A: Yes the shifter is compatible on 2015 Forte5 SX. The Sport knob is including as a set and cannot be ordered without it. If you order ordering aftermarket knob to work you need to get the M10x1.25 pitch also with 32mm opening to work for the reverse lock sleeve.  
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (08/31/2021)
Q: Can you unscrew and swap out the knob or is it just one piece?
Asked by: Tevin Duhart - 09/26/2020
A: Yes the shifter knob can be easily unscrewed by turning unclockwise the knob.
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (09/28/2020)
Q: How does this shifter handle reverse lock?
Asked by: Rick - 07/06/2020
A: The sport short shifter it is equipped with the same reverse lock mechanism; by lifting up the sleeve then it can release the lock and can put into reverse gear.
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (07/07/2020)
Q: will this come back in stock?
Asked by: Rick - 07/06/2020
A: The part is currently in stock now and can be ordered; it is selling very fast and if you need one please do not wait for too long. 
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (12/03/2020)
Q: When will the availability restock on the kia short shifter?
Asked by: Ian Simmons - 07/03/2020
A: The part is currently in stock now and can be ordered; it is selling very fast and if you need one please do not wait for too long. 
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Answer provided by:  Cosmo (12/03/2020)