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16,000 car? How much more do you want?
Rich, 02/11/2017
updated 08/14/2017
2015 Kia Forte LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm a skeptical guy, and I don't believe advertising. That said, this car is incredible. My second Kia. The last was a new Optima 2012 EX, also great. I leased this one after 3 years with the Optima, and stepped down because a) my lease $ dropped from 295 to 165 and b) I couldn't tell the diff between the models on the road until I was right on top of them. Comfort-wise, just about as comfy (great seats and leg room) but a little smaller than the Optima, but no issue for me and I'm 6'2" and 225. Given the price, I don't see how I could have done better. Good for 5 people, the 1.8 engine is just fine, and on the highway I get between 42 and 46 mpg @ 65-70. Amazing. Around town/stop and go it's more like 23-24. As far as the rest, it's a great car. 29k miles and no service issues; wife and I just finished a 3000 mile road trip in it. $16,500 MSRP, are you kidding?
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Engine caught fire
passthedutch, 07/08/2018
updated 01/11/2021
2015 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
It caught fire with 52,000 miles. Was fully maintained. Kia replaced the engine under warranty, and it was even worse after that. Traded it for a 2019 Mazda 3. I'll never own another Kia again. Car was a nightmare.
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Very good car
JBear, 08/24/2023
2015 Kia Forte LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in August of 2018 with 29K miles, and now it's got 183K miles on it. I've had very little problems with this Forte and I know I can get over 200K miles on it. The Forte is very fuel efficient which was handy when gas prices went up last year. This car is no rocket by any means, so you have to be patient if you want to get up to speed quickly. It has a tight turning radius and is super easy to park even with it not having a backup camera. Handling is actually quite decent, though, the steering is not engaging and leaves a lot to be desired. Seat comfort is OK for short trips but not for several hours. The backseat is roomy and I could pack a lot of stuff in the trunk when I needed to. The interior materials look and feel decent for the price. For reliability, it's pretty good. The brake master cylinder went out at 70K (never had one of those go out on a car before). The oil sending unit and a front wheel barring were the only other major problems. Just had regular maintenance like brakes, tires, and oil changes. After owning it for five years, it's a good car that get's the job done.
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The Kia Forte gets the job done
Byro, 08/02/2022
2015 Kia Forte LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm happy that this car is a reliable and efficient daily commuter, although it is nothing special to drive. The drive is rather pedestrian, and the lack of comfortable seating doesn't help. The interior is rather dark and spartan, but the exterior is quite elegant. If your priority is getting from point A to B safely, the Forte is a good choice. It's been a great hassle-free car for seven years.
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The "Desert Fox" still Riding
James Norris , 07/27/2020
updated 01/30/2023
2015 Kia Forte LX 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned this car for a couple years now...still strong as ever! I Love Kias
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