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2018 Kia Forte consumer reviews

$16,800–$17,900 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Forte Kia
(255 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8
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The Best Car I Have Own

The car meets all my needs and KIA Manufacturing Company is rank Number 1 when it comes to safety and I am A living proof.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Roomy, comfortable, and stylish

Every thing i have ever wanted in a new car. Had many upgrade options and color choices is budget friendly and family friendly. Its got lots of space and storage. Love the extra cup holders. Rides very smooth and is easy to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Car

This is my second Kia Forte. The car is comfortable and well designed. The only down side is the acceleration in the ECO mode could be better. The car has the SPORT drive mode which I have not tried yet. There could have been more chrome on the exterior. Despite these 2 minor setbacks, the car is great.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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New car time to enjoy summer.......

I love my new car, glad to get out of my lease with my last car, no more big problems smooth sailing from now on.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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More car for the money

This car is a great deal for the money. You get all of the high-end features, for a low price. The leg room is great. My husband is over 6 feet and he has plenty of room to spare. The trunk room is outrageously huge. It has a sleek look and a sporty feel. It rides smooth, and is really quiet inside. We are extremely happy with our purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Quality

Quality car for the price! Drives smooth , excellent options even on the base model. The seats are comfortable, the car has different drive modes, eco sport and normal. Helps save on gas mileage! For the price this car is well worth it! For anyone who is looking for a first car or doesnt have much money this car is it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Keeps Getting Better !

This car continues to exceed it's ratings. Typically getting hwy MPG while driving local. Comfortable quiet ride and handling is very sporty. Interior design and feel is a smile producer. Test drove Ford Focus, Subaru Imprezza and Chevy Cruze. Forte won in every respect. Would only wish for a little more torque.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Such a beautiful car

i love it so much. I cannot wait to drive to work everyday. It is comfortable and stylish and has all the bells and whistles i could dream of.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great quality and price for a compact sedan

I?ve owned this car for about a month. I?m a heavy driver with about 2000 miles on the car already. The car is built with great quality for a surprising price. The rear has plenty of room for adults and mostly the two car seats I have in the back the majority of the time. Trunk is very large. Dash board and steering wheel are classy with a bit of leather stitched in. I went with the sport package and the wheels look great.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best purchase I?ve ever made

I always had Honda?s, and I never even considered a Kia. Then I drove the Forte and fell in love! First of all, the price for everything you?re getting is truly unbelievable. All of the benefits that come along with this car should have a much higher price tag. The technology of the car rivals a much more expensive brand. The entire if sleek and extremely comfortable. The look is sporty and nice. Kia is definitely an excellent brand

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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