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2012 Kia Forte
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- Net trade-in value
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- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Excelente me sent� tan bien recibido y la atenci�n del
Excelente me sent� tan bien recibido y la atenci�n del se�or Jes�s Besonias fue excelente, 100% recomendar�a al se�or Jes�s como vendedor te hace sentir como en casa, el compromiso del se�or Jes�s como vendedor es excelente, un se�or de principios y valores muchas gracias al se�or Jes�s y a la Chevrolet
2012 Kia Forte EX 2. the absolute best car in the
So I got 2012 Kia Forte EX, 2.0L, for an amazing price! How much and why, you ask? High mileage and cracked windshield, and wasn't cleaned up by the dealership yet. I just happened to see it right after the dealership took it. The window doesn't affect my sight. The high miles are because it was used for a work car. Where I live you travel an hour 1 way for most people. Didn't care about the miles. It was taken care of properly and I have been to. The only thing that drives me crazy if the timing click.i looked up how to fix it. It's a free fix. I've had to learn how to work on my own car since I don't have my husband here. Y'all I'm a 44 year old woman with DISABILITIES! I can work on this car without being totally confused and lost. I've learned to do my own brakes, which takes me longer to get the dang tire off than replacing the brackets and brake pads. I've learned to do a few other things too. I'm learning how to change my alternator this weekend. With a mechanic by my side telling me what to do every step of the way. I now have 250k miles on Batman, my kid's named the car, and I know he'll run another 250k as long as I keep up.on regular maintenance. You know oil changes, tune ups, and getting to know your car's every feel and sound. knowing if my car sounds funny or not acting right is important to me since I'm not able to run out and buy a new car or afford a shop to take it too. I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE my Kia Forte EX. I can truly and honestly say the ONLY thing I hate on Batman is that he has a sealed system, meaning you can't check nor add transmission fluid. You can but you gotta be smart enough and brave enough to figure it out. It's possible for a non-mechanic to do this but I highly do not recommend you try it of you don't know what your doing. Overall this has been an amazing car and I'm never getting rid of it. It's amazing on gas, 28 miles per gallon still, in town! I'm moving 1500 miles away in another 5 weeks and I'm excited to see what kind of mileage I'll get. I recommend this car for someone getting their 1st car, or wants 1 to travel for work, a small family car, or just plain wants a cute car. I've always been a big Dodge and Ford fan, Kia's are now on my list of favorite vehicles. I'll definitely be crying when I give this car to my son in 2 more years when he starts driving.






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Outstanding sales person Robert Bustos, very
Outstanding sales person Robert Bustos, very knowledgeable and a great personality. Showed us several used cars in your inventory until we saw the Chevy Trax.
This was a workhorse.
I purchased this car like new with just over 1000 miles on the odometer. I owned it long enough to put over 200000 miles on it and overall it was a great vehicle. At about a 170000 miles, it started showing its age and I ran into a few minor problems as I approached the 200000 mile mark. I believe that with a little TLC, these cars can last up to 300,000 miles. It is a Kia, so the fit and finish is not 100%, and also they do not like to be neglected on maintenance. Other than that it was a great vehicle and if you need a little car and you're on a budget then look no further.






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I have always had an excellent experience with service.
I have always had an excellent experience with service. I had to get my usual service for an oil change and my tires rotated. I was very happy this time because I was having some echoing on my phone calls and they were able to find the problem immediately, I just needed to update something.
needed a new motor. was changed free of charged.
Once it was done it ran great now gas have to ask motor has to be replace. Is this under recall. Have to call dealership to find out.






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I had a great experience and first impression at this
I had a great experience and first impression at this dealership. I expected to spend half of my day here per usual at most dealerships but everything went smooth and quick ! Customer service was great, George did a fantastic job helping me with my first new car purchase and was up front about everything. Great experience !
Stout little car
I own the 2.0l EX model. Everything is excellent on the car except for 2 subjective gripes; I do a lot of highway driving and the road/wind noise is pretty loud. The other would be that the stock suspension is pretty rough around town. It doesn’t really “absorb” the hits from bumps/potholes. Aside from that, excellent reliability, great mpg, tons of space both for passengers and storage, and AMAZING sound system.






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We bought my son’s first car this past weekend, and
We bought my son’s first car this past weekend, and Austen helped us out! He was great and made it a super easy process! We’d definitely go back!
Sporty, roomy and reliable!
I found my Kia Forte after about six months of searching all sorts of models and makes. It met all my needs. It is incredibly safe as it is so easy to see 360 degrees around the car. The cargo space in this little car cannot be beat!! I previously owned a mini van and am used to lots of room. My husband and I took a two week road trip in this and our luggage included a spinning wheel, small loom, guitar, set of golf clubs, all our cloths for two weeks and we actually had room to purchase a chair to bring home AND we could still safely see out the back window. This little car really packs a lot! The bluetooth function is great for voice command calls while driving. No navigation of call options is required, a simple touch of one button from the steering wheel with the voice command of a name to call, and you are in touch. In the 6 years I have owned the car I have replaced the tires twice, the oil regularly, the battery and the recently the brakes. That is the total of all maintenance the car has required. It doesn't get the quoted mileage, but is decent on gas. Overall it has been an incredibly dependable car that was reasonably priced and I am proud to drive.






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Purchased a Honda Accord today.
Purchased a Honda Accord today. No hidden fees and no extras. Very smooth process and Brian was super knowledgeable.






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I was running late past there closing time.
I was running late past there closing time. They were very gracious and waited for us. Very nice to do business with.






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I went to the dealer ship to purchase a vehicle not
I went to the dealer ship to purchase a vehicle not expecting to walk out with a brand new 2023. Notes are great and it didn't take a long process. Fred Bias did an excellent job getting me what I wanted. My salesman Robert Barber was also great. He made my process less stressful. Explained everything to me so I could understand and listen to what I want and need. He got me the right vehicle at the right price on the first go round. I would definitely recommend him and Interstate Hyundai when looking to purchase a vehicle






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I didn't actually buy anything from them yet, but I did
I didn't actually buy anything from them yet, but I did submit a question, and they were very responsive. I will certainly keep them in mind when I'm ready to buy!






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contacted me gave me the info on the freestar i decided
contacted me gave me the info on the freestar i decided it was not the right van for me






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Very straight forward and willing to answer all questions
Very straight forward and willing to answer all questions even before you ask. This is the main reason I got my Honda Element EX from them. They made it easy for me to make this purchase, quick fast and easy.






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Glad to do business with!
Have two older Toyota. When I need experts to work on them. I use Seegar! They have addressed my problems, promptly and courteously. I find their service, far and above than what is expected from a dealership. I own a 2006 Matrix with over 200,000 and I will keep it until one of us dies! Also a 2012Camcy with less then 130,000 miles, hardly broken-in. At 81, my great grand children can fight over who gets what! God bless yo'al.






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I just purchased a SUV here and the staff were great no
I just purchased a SUV here and the staff were great no pressure. I love the new vehicle I bought, and it just passed state inspection with no issues Thanks






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Every one there was extremely helpful I bought a great
Every one there was extremely helpful I bought a great car! So happy !! I recommend Vista to everyone!!! Will definitely recommend to my friends and family! 👍






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BRANDON JUDE BELTRAN was my sales rep and he did an
BRANDON JUDE BELTRAN was my sales rep and he did an AMAZING job!! I am more than pleased with his service. Ask for him if you visit Carizona! :)






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MY EXPERIENCE WAS GREAT .
MY EXPERIENCE WAS GREAT ..ASK FOR KATE BLACKWELL AND DENNIS JOHNSON...THEY WILL FIND A CAR TO FIT YOUR NEEDS !! HAD A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE ...






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"I recently had the pleasure of visiting 95 Motors and
"I recently had the pleasure of visiting 95 Motors and was thoroughly impressed with their service. Lori.R was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, making the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. The team at 95 Motors truly goes above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. Highly recommend!"






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Great Experience
Great experience. Purchased older sports car over the internet. Could not look at car prior to purchase due to my availability. Chris was absolutely professional and very helpful. When car arrived at my house from delivery service the car was exactly as represented from the dealer. Would absolutely buy a car from Duffy’s again.
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Kia Forte prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2024 Kia Forte | $13,520 | 204 Great deals |
2023 Kia Forte | $10,900 | 180 Great deals |
2022 Kia Forte | $9,000 | 155 Great deals |
2021 Kia Forte | $6,995 | 121 Great deals |
2020 Kia Forte | $8,700 | 56 Great deals |
2019 Kia Forte | $7,399 | 36 Great deals |
2018 Kia Forte | $2,750 | 34 Great deals |
2017 Kia Forte | $3,399 | 72 Great deals |
2016 Kia Forte | $2,995 | 45 Great deals |
2015 Kia Forte | $2,499 | 36 Great deals |
About the 2012 Kia Forte
LX shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 29
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2012 Kia Forte cost?
The 2012 Kia Forte price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2012 Forte is $6,310, with pricing starting at $2,899.
What is the MPG of the 2012 Kia Forte?
The 2012 Kia Forte offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 34 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 29 MPG.
These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on the selected vehicle trim, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Kia Forte?
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Is the 2012 Kia Forte reliable?
The 2012 Kia Forte has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Forte owners.
Is the 2012 Kia Forte a good sedan?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2012 Kia Forte.
- Comfort 4.3
- Interior 4.3
- Performance 4.3
- Value 4.4
- Exterior 4.4
- Reliability 4.4
85% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.3
- Interior 4.3
- Performance 4.3
- Value 4.4
- Exterior 4.4
- Reliability 4.4
EX (2 styles)
Style | |
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5dr HB EX | 4dr Sdn Auto EX |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $18,100 | Starting at $17,600 |
Combined MPG | |
29 | 30 |
Engine | |
156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
LX (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr Sdn Man LX | 4dr Sdn Auto LX |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $15,200 | Starting at $16,200 |
Combined MPG | |
29 | 29 |
Engine | |
156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 156.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
SX (2 styles)
Style | |
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5dr HB SX | 4dr Sdn Auto SX |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $19,600 | Starting at $19,100 |
Combined MPG | |
26 | 26 |
Engine | |
173.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 173.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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