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Used 2010 Kia Forte Sedan Consumer Reviews

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Kia Forte - Seats

Chris, 11/17/2009
2010 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased this car back in August. Its a nice car it has over 3000 miles I bought the ex with fuel economy pkg I do mostly city driving I was getting 30 mpg which added up to 400 out of tank now i'm getting 360 per tank whats up with that? Second the drivers seat is killing me I can feel the steal construction of the seat with the air bag in the way. Kia won't do anything about it beware if your a tall & mature man stay away from this car!!!! The engine lag is some thing I still can't get use to? All other options for the money are great. I just wish it was more comfortable. I only drive to work and that's it The steering is not tight it pulls or leans to the right.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

2010 Kia Forte SX (5A)

Chris, 08/30/2009
2010 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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In August I purchased a 2010 Kia Forte SX with black cloth interior, and love it. I looked at the Civic, Mazda3 and Corolla; the Forte SX was ~$1500 less money, had a few more standard options (e.g., bluetooth)and to me, looks better than the other three. Plus, the warranty is very good (5/60 & 10/100). The exterior color is black, and I had the windows tinted, so it really adds to the overall looks. With the sport suspension, it takes the small road bumps kinda hard, plus there does seem to be a rattle in the suspension area when going over the bumps (I'll drive a little longer, if still an issue, I'll get this checked out). Overall, great ride, great looking compact car, great value.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Inexpensive Civic Substitute

KS Flyboy, 11/17/2009
2010 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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After the wife got one, I decided to move to a car too. I had planned on a Civic, but too expensive and dealer did not want to offer book on trade (Escape). Originally planned to get EX with sunroof, but wanted dark interior (coffee on EX not to my liking). Dealer had a Copperhead SX on the lot with sunroof and cloth interior. The red stitching on the seats has grown on me, but I love everything else on the car. Engine has great power and currently getting 31 mpg with only 650 miles on it so far. Backseat has way more room than anything else in this size. Bluetooth is so cool and easy to use. Got the car for invoice, $1500 in rebates, and 0% financing for 36 months.

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5 out of 5 stars

GREAT VALUE

GEORGE , 11/19/2009
2010 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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the styling is well thought out, attractive from any angle. simple, but functional

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car!

emily, 08/30/2009
2010 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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This is a great car especially for the cost. Very Peppy, good handling, good road feel, quiet, smooth, big trunk, outstanding features. You can't ask for much more. I have a little over 100 mi on the car and have averaged about 26mpg according to trip computer with a mix of highway and city driving. Pretty good so far but hopefully that will increase with break in. This car really is an outstanding buy!

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