Kia

Kia Forte

Price $17,195 – $28,065
Fuel consumption 5.9 – 8.6 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 73%(view ratings)
Offered in sedan (redesigned for 2019) and five-door hatchback configurations, the Forte couldn't be more versatile. This compact offers a choice of three engines, depending on the trim level you choose. The horsepower ranges from 147 to 201. Lane keep assist and forward-collision avoidance assist, smart cruise control and blind spot detection are just a few of the available features.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 73%
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability N/A
Safety N/A
Infotainment N/A
Driving N/A
Overall N/A

What's new in 2019

N/A

Pros

  • Good equipment for the price
  • Sporty (Forte5 SX)
  • Good fuel economy (sedan)
  • Big trunk

Cons

  • Barely enough power (sedan)
  • Low resale value
  • Unappealing manual gearbox
  • Base trim is pretty bare bones (sedan)

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