2015 Kia Forte consumer reviews

This car has been in the family for a little while now, and we have barely had any issues with it. The interior is comfortable, but lacks design. However, it is a very big bang for your buck, and is very reliable. Doesn't suck the fun out of driving, but isn't for gear heads.

Ofcourse I was hesitant at first with Kia but I figured if anytghing wrong the warranty would be there to back me up. Honestly this car has surprised me I have had it for 2 yrs now and never had an issue I have traveled to FL 2x and Texas and never a problem. Also during long trips 40 to 44mpg. Yeah it's not the most attractive inside or out but it's comfortable inside and has Bluetooth so you can connect your phone to talk and listen to music. Also not bad in the snow has traction control. Only thing I would complain about is the A/C is weak but maybe I'm spoiled by my Honda Accord.

I like the way it feels, the sound, and the way it takes off at a stop light. The one I got doesn't have cruise control. All cars need that.

The car is only 4 cylinder and has great power and speed surprising .the fuel mileage saves me 200 a week compared to my last vehicle. I have drove in all kind weather conditions and it's got me where I was going everytime

For the price, this car is everything you need! This car is great for first car owners and can last forever.

I was reluctant of purchasing a kia, I bought it as a 2nd car used. After buying it I love it! It gets great gas milage and fun to drive and roomy inside for a compact car.

Great vehicle. Low milrage is what caught my eye. Space in front and back seat is comfortable. Love the color.

This car offers great reliability and is very comfortable. It has a great value for what you receive. Kia warranty is longer than most manufacturers, which gives you much more peace of mind.

This car has exceeded my expectations. All I needed was something good on gas for school but it has everything. Bluetooth, comfort, accessibility and I love it

This was my first "big boy" new vehicle purchase after driving a Ford Escort and Focus. After much research I landed on Kia, primarily for the warranty. While I wanted to buy an Optima, the Forte was the vehicle that allowed me the features I wanted at the price I could pay. I purchased the Forte EX and since have installed aftermarket HID lights as well as remote start (it's MN). The former through a private company and the latter direct through the dealer. The car was purchased in July 2015 so I feel that enough time has passed to write a fairly thorough review. Pros- Stylish - I still find myself gawking at my own car. The overall exterior aesthetic makes the vehicle look much more expensive than it is. Great lines, great flow, and the larger, custom-looking wheels make it look great. Speed- It is a compact car with a 2.0 L 4-banger. It will not with the Daytona 500 but it will get you up to speed quickly on the shortest of on ramps and will cruise at 75-80 all day with minimal whine (again, for a 4-banger), when traffic allows. Gas Mileage- I manage around 30-32 mpg overall in my normal driving which consists of primarily sitting in stop and go traffic M-F. Straight up highway driving I have averaged closer to the 35-37 range, 40 if you go the speed limit ;) Living in MN, warming the car up is a must. In winter driving and warming up, I average around 28 overall. Interior- Much like the exterior, the interior makes the vehicle feel much more expensive than it is. The faux carbon fiber is tastefully done and the overall setup of the "cockpit" makes it very driver friendly. The drive itself is very quiet, not just for a compact car, but overall. Cruising on the freeway with the windows shut and the road noise is the least I have encountered in any compact car and many other vehicles. Space/Storage- The Forte is marketed as a compact car but I swear that I heard somewhere that the overall space in the car technically classifies it as a mid-size. If that is true, I second that. My trunk is big enough for two sets of golf clubs, three if you squeeze them in. The back seats provide enough space for four adults to ride fairly comfortably. While I would not take it across the country fully loaded with four people it is more than sufficient for day trips and various adventures. Cons- Comfort - The vehicle itself is great as a daily driver and no complaints there. Would I take this on an extended trip, probably not. The seats just don't have the comfort and support needed for a long journey. Maybe it is because I am 6'2 so I am definitely nearing the top of the height scale for usability. There are days where I find myself in the stop and go traffic where I am fidgeting trying to find a good position, then again it could just be me getting irritated with traffic and getting antsy. Traction - This is a quasi-con. In auto mode the traction at takeoff is not the greatest which is something that is going to happen to any compact FWD car in MN in the winter. It is quasi-con because the Forte has manual shifting capabilities so most of the spin can be minimized by shifting to the manual mode and starting off in second gear. As you can see the pros outweigh the cons and the cons themselves aren't really all that bad. Overall this vehicle provides a great value for the money and I would recommend it to anyone in the market for a good vehicle at a good price. I cannot definitively comment on reliability as I have only had the car for two years and around 25k miles. No issues yet but the real reliability cannot be measured for a while. I am confident however that with all necessary regular maintenance performed as recommended, there is no reason why this car should not last for many years to come. Did I mention the 100k mile warranty :)