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4.5/5
Comfort
4.5/5
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4.5/5
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2014 Kia Forte
by
CanadianDriver9218
on 02-25-2021
Engine Recall and noisy
We have the GDI engine version of this car and maybe put around 10k km per year on it. Change the oil twice a year as specified in the severe condition category.
The engine is quite noisy and shaky at low idle speed. I am also very worried that this generation of GDI engine has issues with carbon build up on the intake valves.
Now there is a recall campaign in Canada because the engine could catch on fire.
I actually really like this car, but feels like a timebomb.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
3/5
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2011 Kia Forte
Trim: Sedan
by
ni_de_joi
on 11-05-2017
Reliable, good value.
I bought this car used in May of 2017. So far, aside from squeaking noises from my brakes in humid weather, I have not encountered a single issue. The car had 110,000km upon purchase.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2014 Kia Forte
by
Kelly5764
on 10-22-2017
Reliable car
I've had my KIA FORTE since it 2014 and have had no issues at all with it. Kept up with maintenance and that's it. Drives remarkably and will trade in for a new one
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2014 Kia Forte
by
Morlock
on 09-24-2017
Was a good car, but now
Turned 140km and the engine gave out. Some minor electrical problems including windows not closing all the way.
Factory recall of similar engines from Kia. Forte not included.
It has been 70 days since my warranty was approved and I still do not have my car back.
The dealer and Kia Canada cannot comply to my expectations and do not put forth enough effort to keep me as a Kia customer going forward
Overall
3.0
Comfort
3/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
1/5
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2016 Kia Forte
by
Cherbelle
on 09-16-2017
Sporty look and feel
I've had my Kia Forte just over one year and it's been a great car. It looks and feels sporty, though it's practical at the same time. Despite being a smaller car, it's quite roomy. I'm 5'8" and I'm quite comfortable driving it. Kia is very reliable and the dealership is great for service.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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0 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2014 Kia Forte
by
edjoco
on 09-02-2017
Nice little car
Have had very few issues with the Forte. Got it second hand..Original owner had been hard on it but any issues were covered under warranty. Once everything was taken care of it has been great. very reliable. Very good on gas and confortable on long trips. Just returned from a 4500km trip and had no fatigue.
definitely would recommend it.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2014 Kia Forte
Trim: LX plus
by
KP89
on 08-23-2017
Its a kia
I have owned this car for 4 years now. I haven't had any issues other than normal maintenance. Car is comfortable for short drives. Handles well on the highway
Overall
3.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
2/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2010 Kia Forte
Trim: SX
by
Mike_Ba
on 08-12-2017
Wow. 7 years later I still love it
This car is a fun little car (Sport tuned suspension paired up with a 6 speed and 173HP engine) to drive and surprisingly roomy inside (used it for many a camping trip). This car will make you feel like you should have paid more. Comes fully loaded with everything you will need to enjoy every minute of being inside it.
Try it before buying anything else in its class.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2015 Kia Forte
by
TLawson32
on 06-23-2017
Love my little car
I love my little car and all it's bells and whistles. Seriously - heated and cooled seats? The only issue I've had is in the snow. It tends to get snow in the brakes and they lock up, which is a little scary. So good where I live because there's not much snow.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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2 out of 2 found this review helpful.
2017 Kia Forte
Trim: blue
by
jax73
on 06-18-2017
its ok
too small for me and just nto comfortable..felt closed in...handled pretty good and price is affordable.. but sorry not for me ..............................................
Overall
3.0
Comfort
2/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
3/5
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2015 Kia Forte
Trim: black
by
KIA8331
on 06-15-2017
great car
this kia forte is a great car and it is so very easy on gas.i do recommend.It is a compact car but it does fit myself and hubby and our 4 children...Such a happy camper.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2015 Kia Forte
by
delliel
on 06-14-2017
Comfort and function in one
The Forte is very comfortable, the options didn't cost a fortune and made the car even better. Love the small windows that prevent blind spots that are a problem in a lot of newer vehicles. I still like my car after two years, that is saying a lot for me.No mechanical issues as of yet, hopefully won't have any for the life of the loan. I would definitely buy another.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2011 Kia Forte
Trim: sx
by
ande
on 06-11-2017
smooth ride
this car is awesome, performs well, has never broke down on me, and has never required any serious repairs over the 2 years ive owned it, definitely 0 regrets in purchasing one.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2010 Kia Forte
Trim: KOUP
by
f25479620
on 05-30-2017
ITS A GOOD RIDE
THIS CAR'S PERFORMANCE IS GREAT BUT THE GAZ ECONOMY IS A LITTLE TOO HIGH OVERAL ITS A GOOD CAR. TE LOOK IS AWSOME IN RED AND BLACK, THE COMPFORT IS VERY POOR YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE SIT ON THE GROUND AND CAN'T SEE FAR UP FRONT.
Overall
3.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
2/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
Is this review useful?
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2010 Kia Forte
Trim: Coupe
by
Britt9483
on 01-14-2017
Very reliable ride
This car has been nothing but the best for me. However, with a growing cleaning company, I was in need of something a little bigger to handle all of my larger cleaning supplies.
It is an amazing car from top to bottom front to back and has treated me well as I have treated it well.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2015 Kia Forte
Trim: LX Plus
by
LiamLoo
on 06-09-2016
Good to buy
I bought it just because it's cheaper than others, after I bought, I made a comparison with others, and figured out the interior space is greater than other same level cars, and that's exactly what I need coz I am very tall.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2014 Kia Forte
Trim: EX
by
Bruce6872
on 07-07-2015
Great car
Just got this Forte, and it is a great car, fun and easy to drive. Very comfortable. My overall gas mileage has been 8.2km/100, not the best, but coming from a truck where I got 16km/100 it is awesome. The features that this car has it great, and easy to use
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2010 Kia Forte
Trim: EX
by
gjl8
on 11-10-2014
great economical car
cant beat the value in this car absolutely great car, I would definetly buy another Kia, drives like a sport sedan, good stability with good tires this car rocks
Overall
4.0
Comfort
3/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2 out of 2 found this review helpful.
2010 Kia Forte
Trim: SX
by
KiaOwner
on 10-23-2014
Fun Car to Drive
This car has been a pleasure to own. All my servicing has been done at the KIA dealerships. One in Mississauga and one in Toronto - BOTH a pleasure to deal with. Nothing but good experiences.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2011 Kia Forte
Trim: SX
by
mikegibson1972
on 06-08-2014
Not bad for the money
For a car that was just under 30k brand new, it's about as good as can be reasonably expected. It's no rocket, but its not slow either. The styling is OK, nothing too outrageous or too bland. It is quite comfortable for long drives and the reliability has been excellent thus far. Fuel economy is alright and if you drive with a light foot you can actually do pretty good.
My only knock on it was that some of the finish materials were of a tacky cheap plastic and really heat the car up in the sun. Also, the car struggled a bit in the snow until we put proper winter tires on it. We just replaced the all seasons with new top shelf Michelins, so that should no longer pose a problem.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2010 Kia Forte
Trim: EX
by
duleyboy
on 10-07-2013
Best in Class
No car offers this level of reliability and features at the same price point. The price is actually misleading because the car will make you think that it is worth more. When shopping for a car in this class, I highly recommend that you test drive the Forte before you decide.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
Is this review useful?
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2 out of 2 found this review helpful.
2010 Kia Forte
by
honeybee17
on 03-26-2013
Safest car on the market
I love this car. Stylish, roomy, comfy and super safe. My favourite feature is the heated seats. I bought this one because of the multible air bags and high safety rating.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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2012 Kia Forte
by
Tvtvtvtv
on 03-26-2013
It's a terrific ride
I use this as the family car and it is a fantastic car in all areas. It is a very reliable and comfortable car. Both my spouse and my children love it. The other car of my household is a Rondo and it is good as well, but the Forte is better. This car is good. This car is great. This car helps me out food on the plate. That is my rap, I hope y'all liked it.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2005 Kia Forte
Trim: silver
by
Kia2220
on 03-26-2013
It is a terrific drive with fuel Effenciency
I love this type of car, it is reliable with great performance and has high mileage! This type of car I would by again without question!
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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0 out of 1 found this review helpful.
2012 Kia Forte
Trim: ex
by
jannie32d
on 03-20-2013
march 2013
i love the bluetooth built into the vehicle as well as the heated seats. I am still not convince about gas mileage. i think its stilll a little harder on fuel then i would like.
Overall
3.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
2/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
3/5
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