2019 Kia Forte consumer reviews

I have owned this car for just over a month and love being in it! I bought the base FE with the rare taken 6 speed manual transmission. I was actually impressed with its power getting onto the highway (short first gear though). Also, I’m getting excellent fuel economy (EPA rated at 31 combined, I’m getting close to 36 relying on the shift indicator). Clutch feel is positive and easy to engage, but the shifter is a little loose at times. Comfortable seats for shorter drives, but rear seat does not fold in FE model. Best thing about this car is that it has an amazing amount of safety & convenience features for a base car—Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Lane Keep Assist (Yes, it drives itself!), and collision avoidance. Most will go for the CVT (they call IVT), but if you’re looking for a stick shift, give this a good look also.

Kia is completely on their game with the introduction of the New 2019 Kia Forte S / ES. I own mine and it drives and feels like a Mercedes A class entry model. Paid right @ 20K - a lot for your money. If you like sport sedans, definitely check out the 2019 Kia Forte ES with Kia Stinger inspired styling. I sound like a commercial but honestly, I really like this car.

I just leased a 2019 Kia Forte EX and couldn’t be happier. The style and comfort of the car are fantastic. The technology that comes with this car is outstanding, and most importantly for me is the gas mileage which is also fantastic.

Car meets my needs and is very comfortable. Has everything I needs. This car is very presentable and runs better than a 4 cylinder even if it is a four.

This car definitely met all my needs and wants. It has enough room for both not kids car seats in the back and still leaving the front seats with enough leg room to be comfortable. Great safety features. Overall a great car.

The 2019 Kia Forte EX has a lot of features found in much more expensive cars. I can't believe it has a CVT because it doesn't have the typical "rubber-band" feel that most CVT's do. I only wish I had gotten the Launch Edition EX since it has some standard items like adaptive cruise control and premium sound system.

This car is sporty. Has more things on it than what I needed or wanted but the quality is there. Handles super. The hands free driving is the cats xxx. Links up with the phone every time and is very easy to understand. Sits well. Comfortable seating. Have not had it on any long trips but my wife bought a 2018 and we took it on a 2,800 Mile road trip last year and it was just as comfortable as my seats in my full sized truck. Gas mileage is un believable. So happy with this car. Will be buying Kia's from herw on out. Had Ford's most our lives. Not anymore. Trucks maybe.

This is a really great vehicle on gas, it rides very nicely and as I am a small woman it fits me just perfectly. I am very pleased with its shape & how it handles the road.

Traded my mid trim Fiesta for the base model Forte. Even the most basic model seems to be better equipped than the competitors equivalent. I traded up because I truly missed driving a stick shift. Driving an automatic became stagnant to me. Kia and Hyundai have redesigned the Forte and Elantra, respectively, for 2019. I love the infotainment system with the ability to interface with Android Auto. It streams music service and map navigation to the 8 inch tablet that is centered on the dashboard. Exteriorly, I wish it had a wing and alloy wheels. I can always add those later. Those actually are available on upper trim levels. I was just bent on getting back to driving a stick.

Its sporty, yet classy. Has power when you need it. Soooo great on gas ! I'm getting 36 mpg around town ! Plenty of room inside and trunk space galore. Great warranty. I love my Kia !