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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Compact Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 4
MPG: 22-25/32-34 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.0L I4 156HP
2.4L I4 173HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 3.4
Exterior: 3.9
Interior: 3.3
Overall: 3.3
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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By Kianna
Submitted 2011-01-03 12:20:36
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
- Handling
- Dual ac outlets
- Blu tooth
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
- Better tires
The tires they give are all season but really are summer tires.
By Vince320
Submitted 2010-12-22 05:37:07
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
Sleek exterior.
Lots of interior room and trunk space.
Good visibility.
I like the integrated Bluetooth. I don't know why some are having problems, but mine is crystal clear. Perhaps the software issues have been resolved.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
Better quality all seasons.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
I drove the LX several times throughout the year before I purchased an EX. I downsized from a 90 T-Bird, so this vehicle is a lot of fun for me to drive. I've driven in 20cm of snow and good snow tires are a MUST. All seasons won't cut it. I never got stuck once.
I basically drive around town, so I wasn't expecting a high performance type ride. I test drove a lot of cars in 2010, but I always came back to the Forte. No car can please everyone, but so far, I'm very happy with it.
By Emily37
Submitted 2010-12-08 07:59:29
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
The look and the price. I live in upstate New York and we already have over a foot of snow. I bought 2 Cooper Weathermaster tires for the front and I am very impressed with how it handles. Snow tires were a definite must though. Couldn't have made it without them.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
I have found that the vents for heat by my feet don't work very well. My feet are always freezing. Again, living in upstate New York means the roads are a sloppy mess and I have found that the noise from the rocks and sand splashing up on my front doors is incredibly loud. I have driven many cars through many winters and never experienced such noise. It is louder than my radio. I am definitely going to purchase splash guards.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
Overall, a good car. Especially for the price. If you live where there is snow, winter tires and splash guards are required.
By steve51
Submitted 2010-10-21 14:51:15
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
Looks good.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
Poor performance - getting 36m/g(Canada) mostly Highway traveling.
Plastic int.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
Crappy car - should have purchased Malibu.
By Mike gordon
Submitted 2010-09-30 20:44:32
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
Overall performance is excellent for the money.
Great sound system.
Lots of room in trunk.
Comfortable leather seats.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
Bluetooth is not worth using, quality is bad.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
Overall very happy with the car, would recommend to buy it.
The dealer has been excellent.
By romando
Submitted 2010-09-10 00:30:32
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
Ride is smooth, bluetooth works perfect at any speed, speakers sound terrific and who the heck expects to drive this in the snow??? LOL!!!!
Great "runner" car with outstanding gas mileage.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
None for the price paid.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
Love the car - you get what you pay for. This isn't an A4, 3 series, or something as nice so people need to quit complaining about things that cars of this price point are not able to achieve. Lease this little guy for a few years. Then either trade up or get something else. I would not recommend buying a car in this price bracket since 2 years will have it worn out pretty good. LOL.
By Joshua
Submitted 2010-08-31 12:28:37
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
The exterior design is fantastic.
The interior is nice but a little plasticy, but come on, for the price what do you expect.
The stereo is very nice, the heated leather seats are great for the price, and the trunk space is awesome.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
I would like power seats, and a more clear blue tooth system, but for the price you cant beat it!!!
2010 Kia Forte Review:
Overall it's awesome, I drive the Forte SX Sedan and absolutely love it!!
I went from a Chev HHR LT to this and no comparison, this is a way more equipped for way less vehicle.
I also went to Honda and for the same car with same options it's way more, so this was the only way to go.
So happy with it!! and totally recommend it!!!
By joseph cagaro
Submitted 2010-07-07 22:19:24
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
I truly love the looks, nice interior, aggressive handling, great safety features.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
Nothing I can think of.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
After 10,000 miles, car is having acceleration problems when the air conditioning is on. From a dead stop, car does not get up to speed correctly. It appears to be struggling with a lot of effort and auto trans. seems confused on what gear to select! Will be bringing it in for a check out. Stay tuned!
By NYCgirl
Submitted 2010-06-16 18:51:17
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
EXTERIOR FROM FAR AWAY!
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
I picked this over Honda Civic and I don't know what the heck I was thinking. As soon as I drove the car home. I cried my eyes out! Did not like the way the car drove as home. I couldn't believe I made such a terrible mistake. I guess when you're test driving and the dealer is taking to you, you don't really get the best feel of how a car really drives. Be CAREFUL! Interior extremely cheap! Like a toy car. Fabric is cheap. Mirror doesn't have lights. I wish I would have seen this forum before leasing this hunk of junk. Passenger seat hinge is off have to wait a 6-8 wks for part. Car makes noise while driving. Sounds like a motorcycle. I took it to get serviced, they said it sounds normal. I'm upset because it's a NEW CAR! I shouldn't have so many complaints after a week. They sold me with the exterior, the lit up side view mirrors and the bluetooth. I'm a sucker and a very upset consumer! I have to meet with the District Manager on Friday. I seriously am trying my best to take this car back without harsh penalties. I can't eat right, sleep right, I cry a lot! I'm very depressed with this car I don't want to drive it. ALso, the brakes are NOT good and I feel extremely unsafe in the car. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY OR GET SIDETRACKED WITH THE EXTERIOR. THIS CAR IS VERY CHEAP IN QUALITY. ONLY WORTH $5,000. CAR DOESN'T PICK UP GOOD IN THE HIGHWAY BY THE WAY. IT DRIVES LIKE A 10 SPEED BIKE ON A HILL.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
IT SUCKS! THEY HAVE A LOT OF WORK TO DO ON THIS CAR. VERY CHEAP AND POORLY MADE. I'M SO AFRAID TO GET INTO AN ACCIDENT. I THINK THE CAR WILL MASH UP AND CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY HARM TO ME AND THE BODY OF THE CAR. I'M SO UPSET. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY. I BET THE CAR DEALERS WOULDN'T DARE GET THIS CAR THEMSELVES. THEY ARE NOT STUPID!
By Goldwinger
Submitted 2010-03-07 20:58:21
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Pros: What do you like about 2010 Kia Forte?
I am 6'5" tall. I fit nice, lots of head and knee room. Better than any other small car.
Looks good and has great engine performance.
Cons: How would you improve 2010 Kia Forte?
Blue Tooth is a piece of SH__T. Not clear, can't understand phone conversation.
Rides a little rough but I expected it with the sports car suspension and 17" lowpro wheels.
Could use a outside temp display on rear view mirror.
2010 Kia Forte Review:
We enjoy driving it. The value for what you get is worth it. Leather, heated seats and good looking.
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