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good ride
cdog77, 02/28/2011
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
Had it for 8 months now and made 6 road trips and love the comfort and mileage. Would definitely suggest it to anyone.
Great Car
lorri66, 04/08/2011
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I was not in the market for a Kia and had no intention of buying one. I had my heart set on a new Honda Civic but decided to test drive the Kia Forte to compare against the Honda. The Kia turns out to have vastly more features than the Honda including, bluetooh, Sirius radio, cruise control, internet capability to name a few. Plus the warranty on the Kia is far better than what you would normally get with a Honda. And at the dealership I went to Dick Hannah Kia in Vancouver Washington they offer you free tires for life and other services that I have never heard of with any other dealership. My salesman was very knowledgeable and seemed to really care about me. Thank you Luis.
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Love This Car
bjsafe, 07/26/2011
2011 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
Purchased SX model with all option packages (rearview cam, nav, sirius w/traffic, bluetooth, leather, sunroof, push-to-start, heated seats, rear spoiler) for $20K, which was my entering price point. You'd be hard pressed to find all that w/a 10 year warranty in any other car at that price. Owned for one month, put over 3000 miles on it, 1700 on a road trip, 1300 over daily 32 mile roundtrip commute. Gas mileage as advertised. As mentioned in a previous review, pictures don't do this car justice. It is a very attractive car. Incidentally, I was interested also in the Koup but found it too tight of a squeeze at 6'3". Despite issues listed below, I am totally happy with my purchase.
Low Priced Car--Great Value, great MPG
rogern1967, 11/30/2012
2011 Kia Forte LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have logged 34k miles with no reliability issues whatsoever. I am nearly 6ft tall, 220lbs, and feel very comfortable in this smallish car. I find it notably more spacious in the footwell than both the Focus and Mazda3 I recently rented on biz trips. I am very partial to manual transmissions, and chose this car for that reason. Clutch action is very predictable, and gear changes are positive. Though this car is not exactly fast, the transmission adds great fun to driving, and I recommend a manual for all people who enjoy driving as I do. I average about 33mpg in mixed driving, 37+ on sustained freeway trips.
Luv my kia's
04spectre, 01/04/2012
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Traded in our '04 Optima EX V-6 @ 133,000 for our Forte. The Optima was a great car. Only had to replace the starter. Absolutely luv the forte. Spirited 2.0L, great 6sp auto. Outstanding gas mileage, on a trip from Jax, Fl to Philly it avg over 40 mpg during 1 tank run, i.e. 403 miles and only took 9.7 gal to fill. Averaged 37-38 mpg on the trip. A definite gas saver over the 2.7L Optima. I am 6'1", 256#, a little cramped but otherwise REALLY like this car. Started out with a 2001 Sephia, bought '02 Optima EX V-6 for Mama, Traded both cars in on the same day in Dec '03 for an '04 Spectra and the '04 Optima. Still have the Spectra @ over 103,000 miles.
Grandson's car
richard palmateer, 12/11/2016
updated 12/14/2021
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought this car for my grandson. He has become a very good mechanic. This car had 73000 miles when purchased and needed shocks and front brakes, which we did ourselves. Overall I was impressed with this car. Car is now totaled. Other car ran stop sign and totaled Kia. UPDATE: CAR WAS TOTALED IN APRIL 2017 - FOLDED UP LIKE A TIN CAN! GRANDSON WAS NOT INJURED, AIR BAG WORKED BUT SEAT BELT BROKE. To be fair, the crumple zones were very effective. Crumple zones are designed to take a lot of the impact. This accident was a 45 MPH impact and all he got were burns from the air bag, so I would rate safety at a 5 star.
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Good value, roomy for its class, lacks great handling
turgon, 08/11/2011
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 8 year old Pontiac Vibe for the Forte EX (ECO), which I use as a long-distance commuter car. I purchased the Forte on price and decent reviews after test driving some of the competition in this class. I am happy with the acceleration, comfort, interior space, and styling of the vehicle. Combined gas mileage thus far through the first 2k miles has averaged in the low 30s mpg in my commute of mixed highway and city driving, which is virtually identical to my former Vibe and acceptable to me as the Forte ECO is rated 37/27. Steering still feels a bit uncertain to me and handling on windy roads does not compare to my former Vibe, which I did not notice in my initial test drive.
Gas Saver!
Desiree Machado, 06/25/2016
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
This was my 1st car that i purchased on my own 2 1/2 years ago and i can honestly say it was well money spent. I love my car so much it is very reliable and i can't stress it enough on how much gas it saves! Inside is very comfortable, easy to steer, entertainment is great, speakers are loud, Bluetooth workes perfect and seat adjustment is easy and accurate. This makes a great 1st car, unfortunately i have to give my up for something bigger because the back is a little to small for my babies carseat. Not a family car at all. But thats honestly the only Con about the forte.
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2011 Forte EX
skinsfanjack, 08/07/2011
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have now owned my new Forte for one month. Have driven it just over 1,000 miles in mostly city driving and have achieved an average of 30MPG. I am a BIG guy, 6'3" and 260#. I find more leg, head, shoulder and hip room in this Kia than others in its class. It is comfortable to drive - but maybe not so much on a long trip. Has many creature comforts not found without extra cost on the competition. If I have a complaint it is that it feels a little light and "squirelly" in Interstate driving, so one must pay attention. I was used to a big Oldsmobile before checking on most cars in this class, all of whom came up short except for the Hyundai Elantra. The Kia won the coin toss.
LOVE my New Car
waters3, 04/23/2012
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased a used 2011 Kia Forte. I didn't want a new car Note so I decided to get a used vehicle... I Love my Vehicle. It is the first time I have driven a small vehicle in a very long time... My previous vehicle was a durango. I am getting use to the smaller size but the ride is ok, I love the interior design. I love the gas milage.
Kia has many flaws
brian707, 03/16/2012
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought my Forte EX 2011 new. I am disappointed with the gas mileage I've obtained which for an entire tank remains averages between 20-25 mpg with about 60% city and 40% hwy driving. Yet the worst features are the audio unit and the customer service (both corporate and local). My audio unit will randomly start whistling loudly, will turn itself off, bluetooth turns on and makes settings changes without prompting, the CD device fails, and all of these issue repeated after KIA replaced my audio unit with a brand new one. These glitches occur a few times a week while I'm driving. I've had complaints with KIA that have not been resolved for the past 4 months. I feel ignored by KIA.
The Love for Kia begins...
scrutinizer2, 06/17/2011
2011 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have been researching this and many other vehicles for many years. This car in particular has always been at the top of my list of FWD sedans and hatchbacks. FINALLY GOT IT! The SX Forte has an enormous amount of power for a four cylinder, best in class handling, and to my surprise, it also rides very comfortably. Go Kia for Great Value, Best Warranty, and Good Steering Feel! The EPA estimated 32mpg on highway. But I wanted to test the best that it could do. After driving in the MOST ECO-FRIENDLY manner, the car went 39mpg on the highway!
steer clear from Kia, Silver Spring Kia and the King automotive group
planedoc42, 01/10/2012
2011 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 22 people found this review helpful
In April 2011 I bought Kia Forte. since i drove off the dealers lot the car seemed sluggish like there's a brake or gear is stuck on. Within two weeks after i bought the car i asked the Kia service station to look at the car and that's when a employee at Kia service stated that the catalytic converter could be clogged or not functioning properly. (I think Kia hide him because I never saw him again). Since than my check engine light which i actually thought wouldn't even come on if came on as I was on the beltway coming from my office at Andrews going 60 mph it did come on and the engine automatically slowed down which concerned me because this could have caused an accident during rush hour. A day after the check engine light came on i brought it into the Kia service station and Kia said we reset the light and we do know it was a misfire code but we don't know why or if it will happen again. For a new car this scares me. 6 days later i started my car and began to drive and AGAIN i noticed the check engine light stayed on but went off in 47 seconds Again for a new car this scares me and represents a safety issue and for Kia to disregard safety complaints from customers is disgraceful. The dealer Silver Spring Kia was great UNTIL i bought the car I actually brought the car back 3 days later and told the sales Mgr Laura Jerlet the i had a problem with the car and what i can do now to get trade it or get a refund (again this was after 3 three days) she said "once you buy a Kia your screwed" the dealership GM Betty ann Mendelsohn Aschenbach a the part of the KING AUTO group should be steered away from at all costs, the customer service after you buy the car is awful. So far I spent at least $1000.00 on this car due to something wrong with the engine operation that can be causing the bad fuel economy and the check engine light to come on and slow down in beltway traffic. (it happened 3 times since i bought the car 9 Mounts) Under the Md State Lemon Law I Asked Kia to Re-purchase or at least help me get into a car that doesn't have issues. The BBB arbitrator actually stated at the arbitration hearing before the hearing started "Kia doesn't want to do anything to assist you anyway." I did explain the issues to the Arbertrater (Harold Cohen) and the person from Kia Ted Renfrow explain his side (he lied and covered up issues about the vacuum system and the safety issues i explained To be safe Customers that are looking to buy a new or used car must stay away from Silver Spring Kia. and Kia all together. Kia is a very poorly made very cheaply built car and at highway speeds the car is very unsafe and the Kia corporation that covers up safety issues and lies to customers are best just kept away from.
I absolutely LOVE this car!
ch3ri72, 05/28/2012
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My husband I just bought this car a week ago and it has been the best decision we have made in a long time. The dealer we use has also helped with making it a great experience, but the car sold itself. Even tho it was used, you would never know. The handling, dependability, and overall car is great.
Been good to me.
Pirate Mclovin, 11/18/2019
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in 2013 used with 4x,XXX miles now has 142,000 nearing end of 2019. It is my all around car but mostly commuting. I get my best mpg with 76 gas 28-31 mpg 25-27 with other fuels. Been reliable so far only minor fixes. I have changed a idler pulley that was screaming years ago and just recently proactively changed my water pump. Otherwise just regular maintenance.
In the family for nine years
DPC in Fla, 06/17/2020
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My daughter took the Forte to college when it was new and I took it back when she got a new car. Used for commuting. Nice driving car city and interstate. Good acceleration and nice automatic six speed. Still was getting 33 mpg when we sold it in June of 2020. Very solid even at 135k when sold.
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Will stay with KIA!!!
Ernesto, 01/13/2018
updated 07/22/2019
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Im just a normal working guy! Got my wife a used 2010 TOYOTA COROLLA S - But we love and enjoy my 2011 KIA FORTE! Nice features and very economic! I used to have a 2006 Kia Spectra 5 - Never had an issue! Still running and loving my KIA FORTE 2011!
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Kia Forte Opinion
skc6, 08/10/2011
2011 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased Forte in late May 2011. Interioe comfort is good. Mileage could be better that current average of 26 mpg. Took it on vacation and the average mpg jumped to 30.5-more highway miles at higher speeds. On rain slick streets it handles good.
A nice car
concordenerd, 04/22/2011
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 15 people found this review helpful
Had this last week as a rental and was very nice. I wanted a Optima or a Sonata, but they were out and said I would take a Prius. They were out of them too. Avis insisted that I try this as it was a nice car they said. Had 400 miles on it so it was new. A nice car with a lot of features standard. Useful features. Averaged over 180 miles 35 MPG.
Kia Forte SX
rgebbia, 12/07/2011
2011 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Have had this car since July. Have 7300 miles. Car is loaded with Nav, sunroof, leather, Sirius radio, rear camera, etc...It's comfortable inside, good drive on the highway, handling isn't bad but the Jetta I also tested didn't handle any better surprisingly. It has great acceleration for a 4-cylinder, non-turbo and the 2.5 engine is what makes the difference. My only complaints so far are the suspension and the gas mileage. I do mostly highway driving and am only getting 26 - 28 mpg. Also, I feel every bump, big or small in this car. Great value for the money and will be a good car to hand down to the kids but not sure I would purchase another.
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2011kiaforte, 05/31/2011
2011 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 31 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2011 Forte EX in January and there are some things I like but others I don't. It is a great city car. If you drive daily on the highway be cautious of strong winds especially when behind an 18-wheeler. It seems to be too aerodynamic and lite in my opinion. I have already been in an accident that cost the other driver about $1,500 to fix a small dent in my drivers door that wasn't hit very hard to begin with. I downgraded from a Volvo S60 so I'm not as happy with this car as I was my last, but for a college student driving to and from work and school it is a very reasonable car, although I am looking to trade it in for the Optima at the end of the year.
10/10 would recommend
Lowgurl, 10/24/2021
2011 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have the 2.4L SX top of the line model for 2011. Heated seats, leather, sunroof. I love the kia forte. It is a peppy car with a lot of pick up. Good handling and good gas mileage. Only downside i would say is the chrome detailing on the interior flakes off.
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Worth the money
skaterer, 05/12/2011
2011 Kia Forte SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 20 people found this review helpful
Purchased an SX model with all the options including NAV. Just been a few weeks. So far so good. A few rattles, but nothing major.