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5 out of 5 stars

Cute, fun to drive and reliable

LisaB, 03/17/2017
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful

This is my wife's car. We've had it for 7 years and other than the basic brakes, tires and battery replacements, it has been flawless. The wife loved the cuteness of it and I admit it has a fun sporty look. Performance wise it is fine, as you might expect from a small car it can beat you up a little on rough roads but overall it has a good ride. It is quick but not fast and is good on gas. I'd say for us it was a winner.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love this car

Robin, 12/08/2017
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2010 Kia new. I love the way it handles. It has a sleek design. It was priced right... in the seven years I've had it, I have done nothing more than put on a new set of tires, alignment, new battery, and oil/fluid changes. I would have had it seven more years had someone not rear-ended me hard and totaled it. I will now buy another new Forte Koup EX.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Have to hand it to Kia

guyonastage, 12/30/2013
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

The sport tuned suspension really makes this car fun to drive. It's no sports car by any means, but it is a beautiful blend of fun and practicality. There's a half inch dead spot in the throttle which makes first gear a royal pain, but it's a very simple fix for someone with a little know-how. Even with the mod, the gas pedal is REALLY light and sensitive. It takes a little getting used to. Blue tooth isn't great, but it's there. Back seats have an impressive amount of space for a coupe. Drivers seat sits high and and only raises from the back. Steering wheel controls are great, audio sounds good, interior controls have a comfortable and logical layout. Well done, Kia.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Screamin' Hot Value

BrettChandler, 10/15/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Great features like Bluetooth, Sirius, nice leather, heated seats, and a wonderfully-tuned sport suspension. Motor pulls well, though a little weak below 2,500 rpm. I STILL haven't been able to make the tires howl in a turn, let alone break traction. Styling is wonderful. The exterior has fantastic proportions. The interior is comfortable, and there's remarkable rear seat space for a compact sports coupe.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great car for a great price!

littleashley, 01/31/2013
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My husband and I owned this car for a year, and I loved it! We put 20k miles on it with no problems, and the gas mileage was great.. We made it from San Diego to Phoenix with one tank. The body style is classy, not like the older kia's. The interior also looks extremely nice with leather, and I liked the digital radio and the way it worked with sirius. The car was also fun to drive.. It's only a 4 cyl, so it doesn't have a lot of pick up, but it handles really well. We had to trade in our car because it was difficult getting the car seat in and out of the back, but thats the only reason!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great Car

paulst2419, 07/19/2012
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I purchased the car in May of 2010 and have nearly 25,000 trouble-free miles on it. It has plenty of pep especially since I have added a few aftermarket parts. I get awesome gas mileage, even in the city. Averaging 28 mixed city and hwy. The paint is kinda crappy though. I've had a few cosmetic warranty issues but they were fixed immediately with no trouble from Kia Corporate or my dealership. $18,750 for a fully loaded car with leather, sun roof, and 17 inch wheels I couldn't be happier. The manual transmission took some getting used to. Overall great car.

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2 out of 5 stars

So many problems, so few miles

Thornytoes, 11/13/2015
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
10 of 18 people found this review helpful

Clutch and flywheel had to be replaced at 70K miles at a cost of over $1500. No aftermarket parts widely available. Speedometer/Odometer replaced at approximately 75K miles. Entire rack and pinion steering assembly had to be replaced at 85K miles at a cost of over $1000. Tires on this care barely reach 15K miles without going bald. Brakes and rotors replaced at 85K miles. This car, while fun to drive and very good looking is expensive to maintain and not very reliable. It is my second Kia and possibly my last. I would advise against any manual transmission in this car. This is a very difficult clutch to drive, and I have driven many. When you have to replace it, get ready pay big bucks.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

2010 Kia Forte Koup

kiaaed, 10/18/2011
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

Good car and fun to drive. The exterior is very nice and the interior looks nice but the material doesn't look like it will last very long. There are some issues:1) The sun-roof is very noisy and bounces around when hitting a bump. 2) Air condition doesn't feel cold enough especially on a hot 100 degree day.3) There are leaks in the floor board or door that is causing mold to grow on the passenger floor mat. Kia cannot figure out the problem. They just bandage the problem by trying to kill the mold that eventually comes back. Make sure you check yours!4) Gears shift hard unexpectedly.5) Alignment/tires wear down in the inside of tires & change tires after 20k miles. Bluetooth/addressbook bad

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Nothing but problems

Kris, 01/23/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought this car in october of 09. Loved it for the first 1000 miles then the driver side window had adjustment problems and was hitting the molding sounding like the window was gonna break. Now when i shitf gears i get a back fire threw the intake and no one can figure out what it is and now since 4200 miles its have a clunk and the front end and they say they cant fix it cuz they cant pin point the noise. WTF?? ive owned 14 cars before this and this is my first new car and id rather drive my 1990 vw jetta with 200,000 miles than this car!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

I Luv my Kia

TLG, 06/10/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've had my Coup for just a little over 2 months. I still love walking out to the parking lot at work and seeing my baby. Even better when I get in to enjoy the drive home. I have had so many compliments on this car as well. It feels like I should have paid much more for it. The acceleration is great on this car! I need to be careful though, I have tendency to want to go faster than what the speed limit is because it's so fun to drive! Oh, and the gas mileage is awesome! The way this car drives and performs it feels like shouldn't be so efficient. And my teenagers actually don't mind being seen with me in this car racy red car. :)

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5 out of 5 stars

Best and cheapest car I've ever owned-perfect!

Eric, 08/11/2019
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have got a brand new $40k on average car every year or untill something annoyed me about it, until this one! 2010 Kia Forte Koup EX manual. This car handles and drives amazing, it has a quality feel thru out, I loved everything about it. This was the first car I've ever loved so I kept it-it was NEVER in the shop for anything wrong with it, not even one rattle. I kept it until 110k miles and still looked and drove brand new. The only reason I sold it is because I have always wanted a 6th generation Camaro and I love power so I traded for brand new RS LT2 V6 manual... It's already been in the shop 5 times within a year (over a month in shop)!!! The crazy thing is it was easier to go faster in the Forte, so strange! The Camaro is obviously allot quicker but at high speeds 100+ the Kia is so easy to handle and you feel like you can drive any type of way, the Camaro it's a hand full and really have to grip the steering wheel. I like the Forte so much I actually started working for them as a salesman in 2015...get this, the dealership has not had any repairs on the Koup ever, the only thing was on some of them the clear coat on the EX wheels would be discolored a little bit-but that's nothing that just shows what an amazing car they are!!!! Kia has truly totally changed their game from crap to perfection. After my friends and family seeing how much I liked mine they got different Kia's, 15 of them to be exact since 2011 and not one of them has been in the shop!!!! That is mind blowing to me, and it really urks me when people say Kia is crap, they don't know what they are talking about, they USED to be crap! Anything 2010 (which is when the revamped their company) and newer is wonderful. If your thinking about buying one just GET IT, you'll be so happy you did!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Not Bad For A Kia!!!!

tgb2012, 05/02/2012
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

Bought the 2010 SX Koupe 6-speed manual used with about 36k on it. Work at a kia dealership and fell in love with the car on my first day. decent fuel economy (22 city 27-29 highway 56 miles roundtrip everyday). Could use a little more pep since its main competitor (civic) has about 200 horse while the sx forte has 174. If you buy the car, do it the right way and get the SX. Better handling, bigger engine and sport tuned suspension make the SX the way to go.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

What, me buy a Kia?

Charlie, 03/02/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Picked up my Kia 2 weeks ago. I waited untill the dealer could locate a triple black 2 door koup. I moved out of a Volvo S60 turbo so I was used to the speed and handling. I wasn't expecting too much, but after driving the car and putting on the first 1000 miles, I was pleasantly surprised. This car is a winner for what it is. Over time the brand will make improvements so I hope that it won't loose too much value. The service guys I spoke with all said that the car surprises them with what little goes wrong. Lets hope they're right. so far, so good.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

Kia Forte Koup - Do not buy

Lynn, 02/10/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

Carpet on below the mats are ripping and I have had them replaced and they are ripping again. Below my glove box the carpet is hanging down and I can see the bolts. My gears are slipping already. Horrible. I have only had it for 4 months.

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5 out of 5 stars

The Red Baron

Jeff Hunter, 03/17/2017
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

Great small car

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Fuel Economy is horrible

syedez, 04/15/2012
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 10 people found this review helpful

It only get 20 miles a gallon, I have owned my car and this is the worst one, I am a lady that take her time to get around, so there no reason for the poor fuel Economy

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car for the money

deserttracker, 12/20/2009
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I bought this car 5 days after seeing it. I was skeptical at first because of the kia reputation of being cheap, but after doing research and actually going for a test drive I was blown away by this car. it is responsive, the sport tuned suspension just hugs the turns. acceleration is great, and the gas mileage is excellent. Kia finally got it right with this one. If you are looking at this car take a look at the competition and you be surprised that they cant touch Kia's value on this one. I will say that this trim level comes with almost everything standard, I got the added sunroof, but in hindsight I should have also purchased the auto dimmer for the review. Just food for thought.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Koup for Keeps

Rockin RN, 12/27/2009
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

My Koup is Racing Red with an automatic transmission and sport cloth interior. I have owned the car for 3 weeks and so far it is an exceptional car for the money. The build quality is solid with absolutely no sqeaks or rattles, doors close with a reassuring thunk, the paint looks good and the fit and finish is very good. The engine runs and idles very smooth with more than adequate acceleration. Nice sporty ride, not too harsh over bumps. I traded in my 2005 Acura TL for this car and I can honestly say that I don't regret it.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Koup sx 2 dr 2010 year

D Hardison, 12/23/2009
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Bought this car for my son only had a few days but fun to drive lots of power with the sx good safety loaded features and a great looking car no problems so far good car for the money. sx is the way to go i read up and would not buy the lx or ex. seems to be well built. 2010 year modle SX

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Worth the wait

TomR10, 01/04/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I first saw the Koup in online reviews from the 2008 New York Auto Show. I was really impressed with the body lines, and intrigued by the 2.0 with Turbo. When the Genesis Coupe came out with the Turbo, I was certain the Koup wouldn't be far behind - alas it was not to be. I do have to say, however, that the 2.4 with the 6 speed manual has plenty of pep and is fun to drive - once you're used to first gear! After driving an 05 Spectra5 for 111,000 miles, I was certain that another Kia purchase would be a wise one. My milage is a little less than the Spectra - but the engine is larger... After over 2000 miles, I am not disappointed!

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Koup great value

Gary, 01/07/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Been driving my Koup for about 3 weeks now and I must say that this is a nice car. The build quality is very good with no squeaks or rattles yet. The 2.4L engine is quite peppy and the 5 speed automatic transmission is responsive. The radio sounds very good for a base system and the standard Sirius satellite radio makes it very enjoyable. The cloth sport seats are comfortable and seem to be high quality. There are a few details that show where cost cutting was implemented such as no real carpeting in the car. The floor is covered with some type of fuzzy material, although carpeted floor mats are standard. Also, the silver parts of the alloy wheels are actually plastic inserts.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great affordable sports car!

Dan, 01/11/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I can only echo the comments by Rockin RN -- I agree with everything except that I think it's a little harsh on the bumps, but that's to be expected since it's a sports car. The 2.4 engine is very responsive from the start and even after it's up to speed. The gas mileage is good so far (I've only had it for about three weeks) and I'm averaging 26 MPG combined city/highway. I've also got the Racing Red, automatic and it gets a lot of compliments. Kia did a great job with it and with their warranty it's a winner so far.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Impressed with Forte Koup

Formigaman, 02/01/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Great little coupe, lol. Handles well, drives well and has plenty of get up and go when you want it, very leisurely when cruising around the block or on the interstate. I think 0-60 times are incorrect...I hit 85mph before entering the interstate on a standard on ramp. Very nice sounding stereo, love the simplicity of the interior.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Kia Forte Koup Rocks!

mark, 02/12/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I leased this Forte EX Koup for a great price. Got the deep blue color. Have been driving it for about 3 weeks an an quite impressed for the price. Good tight build quality. Nice,peppy ride and everything well layed out. I highly recommend you put this car on your test list.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

great car

atlw54, 03/03/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Had a Honda for 16 years, so very hard to buy another brand, but have been very impressed with Kias that friends have, so I drove this one. Wow, what a great car. I hope it lasts like a Honda. Looked at all cars in this segment and was so impressed with all the extras for the price. The exterior looks are what got me into the car. Absolutely one of the best looking cars on the road. Have had it since Novermber. Have already been on a long road trip. What a great highway car. Not one single problem yet. Mileage averages 29,30 in all conditions. Six speaker stereo and steering wheel controls are favorite features. Plenty of power for an average driver. Steering and braking great!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

just purchased 2010 forte sx koupe

stevenmark, 03/17/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

just purchased this car yesterday and i must say I'm in shock at how much car i got for my money.the car in the corsa blue color gets compliments every where i go.this is truly a great bang for the buck car. best looking car on the road bar none.

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5 out of 5 stars

I'm in love

crazyyank, 03/29/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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I traded in my 07 Corolla for the 2010 Forte SX Koup. I've had the car for 2 weeks and I still smile everytime I look at it. I got the silver exterior and the sunroof. The car handles like a dream and the acceleration is more than enough (esp when you hit it at 60 to get past a slower car). The ride is a little stiff, but as someone else said it is a sports car. I do not miss my Corolla at all nor do I regret not getting the 6cyl Mustang I was thinking about. You get more "bang for the buck" with this car and more than one person has commented on the exterior styling.

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5 out of 5 stars

Seriously it's a KIA!

JordansKoup, 04/03/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Look I am a die hard Nissa/Infiniti lover, but I was tired of my 07 Versa. This time around I researched forever and narrowed down to the Nissan Sentra SR and the Kia Forte Koup. I bought the EX koup. I love 2 door cars and ultimately that was the deciding factor in the purchase, well that and the warranty. I drive quite a bit and wanted something that I would be happy driving all the time. So far not one disappointment with this car. Now I know it's a KIA and that may be hard to stomach, but please give it a try. You will not be disappointed. And really if your buying it for a race car, don't it's not and neither are any cars in a compact class. These class of cars are not Ferrari's!!!!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

I think Kia has a winner!

ZEBBEZ, 04/26/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Picked this car up just over two weeks ago and I love it. I almost got a VW and decided for the money and other factors the KIA was the best value. So far so good, no dissapointments except for one thing. When idling, fully warmed up, i'm noticing a rattling. Looked at exhaust system and what not and seems solid. Sounds more like something in the engine compartment. Not a big deal, thats what warranties are for : ) It's handling is awesome, accelaration is pretty good, a turbo would do this car wonders. Definitely needs a better sound system though, kinda dissapointed in it. The little red lights are also a little cheesey but I like them sometimes (everyone feels the same)Gas is ok.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car!

jason33, 06/30/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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We bought this sporty Kia after much research. We looked at and drove the Mazda 3, Honda Civic, Toyota Corrola,and Scion Tc, hands down the Forte was the winner. We got leather heated seats, 2.4 liter engine, moon roof, tinted windows and 17 inch wheels, for $20,130 minus rebates of,1,000 and a 500 dollar owner loyalty rebate (traded in an 2002 Kia sportage) so $18,630 out the door. The Mazda, toyota and Honda were all over $24,000 with no rebate and warranty that cant compare. This Kia is built well. And Kia has improved by leaps and bounds since my 2002 sportage was built. We love this car, it performs as well or better than the competition. I cant say enough good about our little Kia!

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5 out of 5 stars

Kia Forte Koup SC

fortekoup, 07/26/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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Originally went to the dealership looking at the Kia Soul, but my wife didn't like the look and feel. There was a Forte Koup SX waiting, outside it seemed to be wanting us to drive it. So drive we did and it was a blast on the short test drive. The 2.4L engine has good pull. The transmission reacts quickly. The suspension is firm without being too firm. We got the car in the Copperhead Orange, and its a stunning car to look at. The interior is just as nice, with supportive seats and lots of room inside. The Bluetooth works better than systems in more expensive cars. The standard radio in the SX has good power and sound.

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5 out of 5 stars

I'm Surprised

bigbullldog, 08/02/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

You can take this one to the bank. Best performance for value out there. The six-speed manual is not for first time stick drivers (I've driven 5 speeds for years and this took a little getting used to). The car wants to accelerate, the steering is rock solid and responsive even over rough pavement. I test drove a turbo audi A4 six-speed as well and the forte performed as well in all categories except trim. In my opinion, if you go with a comparable honda or acura, you're just paying extra for the nameplate.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best decision I made!

Brandon Arenibar, 08/02/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I've owned my Forte Koup for two weeks now and it seems to get better everyday. Things I didn't notice on my test drive like the awesome sound of the muffler, very sporty, and pep. You really need to get used to ECO mode and learn how to drive with it to tell, but my car is quick. It doesn't feel like it either, next thing you know you're at 70. All the features you have in this car seem like they should be in a high end model. No car that I have looked at has the quality and amount of features standard. I also have to give a shout to KIA, the support for this purchase has been amazing. They won't stop sending me thank you's and free maintenance coupons, etc. I am so pleased with them

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5 out of 5 stars

Koup is Killer

mississippikoup, 08/18/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is more than I expected. I never thought I would own a KIA. I was looking for a sports coup. Looked at Mustang, Camaro, scion tc, and Honda. Mustang and Camaro had great power handling not so great. Scion tc is a Toyota that is a much as I will say about that. Honda's nice but the interior was dull. The Kia has the looks and handles great and the features you get for the price is outstanding. The 2 liter give it enough power and the gas mileage is very good. In the short time I have had this I can't believe the complements I have received. The price was great List was $17,600. I paid $15,200.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great Value

mots1, 08/28/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
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Great car for the money. For under $20,000 you can get a LOT of options. Materials could be better, but I remind myself how much I paid. This car reminds me of my 2003 Honda Accord Coupe. My only complaint really is that after driving for over a week I still get frustrated with 1st gear. I’ve been driving manuals for over 20 years and I think this one is really touchy. Besides that if you want a lot of car but don’t want to spend a lot, the Forte Koup may be a good option.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Kia Koup is the way to go

morganturskey, 10/04/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
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When I first started looking at cars i looked at used cars like Audi, Mercedes, and BMW. All great choices until you look at the warranties and cost of ownership. I then turned to the Kia Forte Koup SX and fell in love immediately. It is just as fast to 60 and handles better than you would think. It easily takes on-ramps at 55 mph with no tire squeal. So much more room than other coupes in the market. It even beat my roommates 2010 Ford Mustang V6 in a race. Limiter is set to 132 mph compared to the mustang's 116 mph. For those of you who like music, the stock radio is great but if you love more bass i suggest putting two 12 inch subs and 1000 watt amp. It makes it sound so much better.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Good car but not best in class

gonavy1072, 12/05/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Bought a KIA Forte as a replacement for my Ford Focus. If I had it to do over, I'd get another Focus with SYNC. Automatic transmission shifts VERY early to the point that at times you think it is going to stall. This is by design for fuel efficiency. Good exterior look and good fuel economy; about 30 MPG highway. The bluetooth interface is strange; you can't turn it on and off only using the radio controls. You have to use radio control AND voice command. Inconvenient when more than one person is in the car. iPod interface also drains the iPod battery if left plugged in. This is a known issue. Not a bad car for the money but it could be a GREAT car!

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4 out of 5 stars

Pretty reliable

Jenseia , 04/01/2020
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
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Bought it in 2016, it had been rebuilt. It’s done pretty good for the last four years. Paid $4000 for it. It’s had a few problems like there was a hole in the coolant compartment, had to replace battery, etc. But overall it’s been quite reliable and lasted a decent amount of time. Was at 145,000km when I bought it, now it’s at 203,000km. It’s finally broken down though. Something wrong with the engine mechanic said, he didn’t really know what though (still charged me $200...) and the engine light is flashing. But honestly for the amount of km I got out of it, I’m not really upset. Also keep it Mind it was rebuilt.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Give Kia a go

truth1107, 06/07/2012
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Any negative impressions I had previously about Kia have changed dramatically. I bought a 2010 Forte Koup recently and have enjoyed it more and more every day. Exterior styling is best in class. Great features like Bluetooth, satellite radio, ipod inputs. Car is very smooth especially at high speeds on the interstate. Drove the civic, the corolla, and found the kia to be more stylish. The Forte Koup could use a little more pep on the lower end and sometimes there are severe downshifts with the automatic transmission when you gas it hard. Feels great seeing the ECO light come on when cruising at 75mph.

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3 out of 5 stars

Frustrating beautiful car

Tai, 11/30/2009
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 5 people found this review helpful

I bought this vehicle brand new! 2 months ago and I was in the dealership service shop within a week or so. KIA customer service has not helped much. I have been in and out of the shop 3 times with the same problem. One time the car was there for 3 weeks waiting for "Techs" who admitted that they don't know whats wrong with the vehicle. I called KIA and they told me there was nothing they could do but "make sure the dealership would commit all their resources to fixing it" which they have failed to do 2 times already. good luck if you get it.

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5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Car: The KIA Forte Koup

Bob L., 10/25/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup EX 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've been driving many different domestic and foreign cars for 33 years. I can say with certainty that the Forte is one of my top favorites. It's both sporty and classy inside and out. It's turning heads out on the road. All my family members (my wife and 3 kids) love the looks of and driving the car! If you are interested in the Forte and live in the Chicago-land area, visit Rosen Kia in Elgin. They provided me with a no-pressure and pleasant experience. They worked hard to make sure I was a happy customer and I am.

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