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2012 Kia Forte
for sale
near
Charlotte, NC
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Very pleasant experience, they were very transparent with
Very pleasant experience, they were very transparent with the numbers and the trade in appraisal. We were able to get a good deal on the numbers and closed on a very nice Camry! Highly recommend Susana Pomar Cervantes.
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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2012 Kia Forte LX
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found the car we wanted.
found the car we wanted. The salesman was very likable and we ended up buying the car. Thank you Scott Daly was the salesman
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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Very friendly and professional Explained everything in
Very friendly and professional Explained everything in detail and never felt pushy Nice experience thanks
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 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
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 a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 for our grandson.
We bought a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 for our grandson. It was a pleasure working with Kelly Straight on the sale. Would I buy from Missoula Car & Truck again? Absolutely! Would I recommend buying from them? Without a doubt! By the way, my grandson loves the truck. Thank you Kelly.
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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My first car
I have been searching for a few months for a car. This is my first car purchase and it was a very simple and easy transaction. The two people running the lot/shop are very nice and honest people who seem to actually take care of the cars they get. They also have a carfax for every vehicle on their website. Also with cars not on the site but you'd have to visit the lot. They helped me with everything I needed and I would defiantly purchase another car from them! Highly recommend!!
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2012 Kia Forte EX
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Amazing expereience from start to Finish
Re: Sales Experience Karrie is out of this world. She is customer driven to no ends. I wanted to purchase a 2022 Veloster N out of state from their dealership. Karrie returned my call quickly, answered all of my questions, and then provided super helpful information that I didn't think of. She kept me up to date as things progressed, and quickly alerted me when I needed to do something. On a personal level, Karrie has a fantastic personality and was amazing throughout the process Allan in finance was thorough, responsive, and understanding. I have 0 complaints about my experience
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2012 Kia Forte EX
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They are Always nice and friendly when I go in to get my
They are Always nice and friendly when I go in to get my car serviced. They are informative and they are pretty quick at getting the job done
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2012 Kia Forte EX
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These guys were a pleasure to work with, Bara helped me
These guys were a pleasure to work with, Bara helped me find the vehicle I have been looking for and even had the car washed and filled up with gas for us while purchasing the vehicle. I have never ever been treated so well during a car purchase and they certainly exceeded standards in car buying experience! Good job guys, me and my family will definitely be back!
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I went to Service Dept of Joe Myers Kia for a service
I went to Service Dept of Joe Myers Kia for a service needed for my Kia. Favio took care of my needs. He was very tentative to my concerns and solved it during my first visit.
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She was very helpful and so nice keep me updated on the
She was very helpful and so nice keep me updated on the repair of my car very nice people turn a bad day into a good one I would go back in a heartbeat
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As a female, purchasing an automobile has always been an
As a female, purchasing an automobile has always been an intimidating experience for me, but I can say Blake made me feel at ease from the get go and Brooke in financing the same. They were both everything you’re looking for when making a major purchase! I strongly recommend Emmons Autoplex for your vehicle needs.
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2012 Kia Forte EX
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Wonderful serivce Rida has been absolutely wonderful in
Wonderful serivce Rida has been absolutely wonderful in this experience couldn't of ask for better
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2012 Kia Forte EX
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Went there to purchase a car for my son.
Went there to purchase a car for my son. Very helpful. No pressure. Found a Ford Edge at a great price. Would definitely purchase another vehicle from them.
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2012 Kia Forte EX
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Edgar was very easy to deal with & went out of his way to
Edgar was very easy to deal with & went out of his way to way to help. His reply to my email about the car was incredibly fast and helpful. I love my car!!!!!!
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2012 Kia Forte EX
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I conducted the transaction for the most part over the
I conducted the transaction for the most part over the telephone and online without any difficulties gave them a deposit and then arrange for air transportation to Denver from Fargo Dealership representatives picked me up at the airport took me to the dealership and an hour later I was on the road back home so I was quite satisfied with the entire transaction and the quality of the car was everything that I had hoped
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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 !
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Kia Forte prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Kia Forte | $17,764 | 8 Good deals |
| 2023 Kia Forte | $18,795 | 7 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 $4,970, with pricing starting at $2,700.
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 | |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
|---|---|
| 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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