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2020 Kia Forte consumer reviews

$17,890–$18,790 MSRP range
side view of 2020 Forte Kia
(94 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.6
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Most reliable car I have own

This car is amazing, it has a huge screen, back camera and my favorite heated seats. I love this car and it drives so amazing. I’m so happy I bought. Wouldn’t want anything else

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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I absolutely dislike it.

The cup holders are too far back. The car doesn’t come with a spare tire. The windows take forever to defog. No button on truck to pop from the outside. This was the worse mistake and purchase of my life

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great car for the price

The Kia Forte is an excellent car for a great price. I don’t drive a lot so having all the fancy upgrades wasn’t important to me. However- the Forte has enough new tech that the car feels much more expensive. USB ports, back up camera, phone connectivity and different drive modes are just some of the features.

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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Have only owned it for 24 hours yet...

I researched extensively for an economical, great gas mileage car. The Forte won against all the similar cars, every time, for the gas mileage, comfort (I love the "bucket" seats. Lots of headroom front and back for my tall husband. Incredible trunk space. Rated well on safety features. Fun to drive. And a great warranty.

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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I feel confident owning a KIA. Quality and value.

It is reliable. Excellent ride and handles very well. Very roomy. Comfortable seats and interior space. Classy styling. Great safety features. Large trunk. They have high ratings. They put a lot of thought into making this car. You see and feel it from the first time you sit in it.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Am looking forward to driving this car.

Have traded in a cadenza 2017 , would have liked a 2020 , but understand they will not make them anymore. Will try this Forte.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Huge Value

I purchased the Kia Forte GT Line. It is the best buy in the category and has the best looks aside from the GT model. 146 HP and great performance with a unique chain driven transmission, not a regular CVT. I researched for 6 months. No other car could touch the quality, appearance, fun and low cost. I would have to spend at least another $7 K to come close.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Don't buy

I have had nothing but problems. Transmission went out before 5000 miles. They replaced and it seems like it is starting to happen again. Dealership had it for almost a month because the trans was on back order.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Worst first car ever bought!

Well I purchased on Dec 27Th 2019 and on Feb 20th it died on me only 2000 miles was told transmisson was faulty and i need new one! Not even 2 months in!! Very upset and disappointed to think I was sold a lemon!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Worth the money

Love this car. Drives smooth. Plenty of leg room for all, though that was not something important to the purchase. I love that my phone is displayed on the monitor. The extra features with additional apps are very helpful. Having an excellent warranty doesn't hurt.

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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