2012 Kia Forte - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 12 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2011 kia forte Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...The SX uses a 2.4-liter that delivers 173 hp and 168 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on all but the hatchbacks, which come with a six-speed automatic (the latter is an option on all models). The EPA estimates for the LX and EX with the manual transmission are 25 mpg city/34 mpg highway and 29 mpg combined. The numbers edge up to an impressive 26/36/29 with the automatic. Opting for the Fuel Economy package bumps the EX sedan/hatchback figures to 27/37/30. Kia estimates the more powerful Forte SX at 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway with the manual and 23/32 (23/31 for... |
| #2 |
2011 Kia Forte Koup Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Kia says the sedan's trunk offers 14.7 cubic feet of cargo space, and the hatchback has 19.4 cubic feet of storage space. Interior features include: Standard cloth seats Optional leather Optional heated seats and steering wheel Optional air conditioning Optional keyless entry Optional telescoping steering wheel Under the Hood LX and EX models are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 156 horsepower. Choosing the SX trim brings a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that generates 173 hp. Depending on which trim is ordered, a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission is... |
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2011 Kia Forte Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The Forte goes where you point it, but it doesn't encourage you to drive it hard. For the enthusiast-oriented compact-car buyer, the Mazda3 remains one of the best choices out there. The Inside Interior quality has become a battleground in the compact segment, and you can see the results of manufacturers' efforts in the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 2011 Elantra and 2012 Focus. Where a high-grade interior was once a way for an automaker to stand out from the rest of the class — like Volkswagen with its Jetta — it's now part of the price of entry. While decent, the materials in the Forte... |
| #4 |
2012 Kia Forte Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...wheels with covers Optional 16-inch alloy wheels SX version gets sport suspension and 17-inch alloy wheels Optional sunroof Interior There are available steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls. Kia says the sedan's trunk offers 14.7 cubic feet of cargo space, and the hatchback has 19.4 cubic feet of space. Interior features include: Standard cloth seats Optional leather upholstery Optional heated front seats Optional air conditioning Optional keyless entry Optional telescoping steering wheel Optional navigation system with backup camera Optional push-button start Under the Hood LX... |
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2012 Kia Forte Koup OverviewSource: CarGurus...If you add the Technology Package to the EX trim, you’ll get the previously mentioned “Added Supervision” meter cluster for the dash, as well as navigation with traffic, a rear-view camera, keyless access and start, automatic climate control, fog lights and automatic headlights. Chrome door handles too. Bask in the technology. The suspension is well-sorted at least in base form. It won’t provide the subtle blend of comfort and performance you’ll find more easily outside of the compact class, but it’s good enough to be fun without fully compacting your spine. With a bit more power... |
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2012 Kia Forte Koup Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...wheels with covers Optional 16-inch alloy wheels SX version gets sport suspension and 17-inch alloy wheels Optional sunroof Interior There are available steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls. Kia says the sedan's trunk offers 14.7 cubic feet of cargo space, and the hatchback has 19.4 cubic feet of space. Interior features include: Standard cloth seats Optional leather upholstery Optional heated front seats Optional air conditioning Optional keyless entry Optional telescoping steering wheel Optional navigation system with backup camera Optional push-button start Under the Hood LX... |
| #7 |
2012 Kia Forte OverviewSource: CarGurus...17 horses aren’t a lot, but an extra 24 lb-ft of torque help and make things a lot less strained when speed is needed. The 6-speed automatic also comes with paddle shifters here, and while the Forte will never be mistaken for an enthusiast’s ride, the fun is increased a bit with their inclusion. Efficiency drops down to 23/32, however – a big sacrifice for not a lot of power gained. The real benefit of the SX trim is its suspension. While LX and EX trims suffer from a setup that is neither overly comfortable nor impressively sporty, the SX manages a better blend. Bump absorption is... |
| #8 |
2012 Kia Forte Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...You expect it to be sporty, but in reality it doesn't do much to engage you. The Forte goes where you point it, but it doesn't encourage you to drive it hard. For the enthusiast-oriented compact-car buyer, the Mazda3 remains one of the best choices out there. The Inside Interior quality has become a battleground in the compact segment, and you can see the results of manufacturers' efforts in the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 2011 Elantra and 2012 Focus. Where a high-grade interior was once a way for an automaker to stand out from the rest of the class — like Volkswagen with its Jetta —... |
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CarGurus' Review for 2011 kia forte koupSource: CarGurus
...Kia came close with the Forte Koup, but they aren’t there yet. |
| #10 |
CarGurus' Review for 2011 kia forteSource: CarGurus
...While some manufacturers are content to linger with obvious drawbacks plaguing their products, Kia has not demonstrated this type of thinking. |
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