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2017 Kia Forte consumer reviews

$16,600 starting MSRP
side view of 2017 Forte Kia
(606 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8
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Smooth ride!

I finally have an area to charge me phone in my car. The last car I had stopped charging my phone. I was frustrated. Now I have a USB port, an MP3 port, and a charging station all next to each other. My family and friends are jealous because I have a fancy, smooth ride.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great warranty, reliable and great running car.

For being a base model and a 2017 vehicle, is say this Kia forte is quite the car! Good performance for a 4 cylinder, nice exterior style, interior is pretty room for the legs, and looks nice on the inside as well. Only issue is I cannot find the cruise control anywheres, and the sound system for a 2017 could be much better. But on the flipside the warranty is more then you could ever ask for, and it's a very reliable great running vehicle. I'm excited to own this car for the many years to come.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my car!

I absolutely love this car and think the 2017 is a huge improvement to my older 2010 Forte. I love the big screen feature and Apple car play. I drive around two hours a day and it?s perfect for this. The safety of this vehicle is awesome too!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2009 Kia Rio...so far. Just got this new Forte.

We just got it last evening, but already see we are going to love it. It's my 4th Kia. The others were Rios. This Forte is a nice step up. All my Kias have been very dependable, & trouble free vehicles! Sincerely, Bobby Neal

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Pleasantly Surprised and loving my KIA!

After driving a SUV for 9 years I've switched to a smaller vehicle again. This car drives very smoothly and is very zippy! It gets great gas mileage and you can't go wrong with a 200,000 mile warranty. The interior is very comfortable and roomy for a small car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Roomy

Good leg room and depth of back set good, styling inside nice. Like features because they are easy to use.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Loving my Kia Forte so far!

so far I love it. Excellent for what it costs. Probably the best compact sedan on the market. Stylish, nippy and comfortable

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I've ever owned! I love it.My v!

This car meets all of my needs. Lots of room for my children. I absolutely love the Bluetooth. It makes it so much easier to listen to music and answer the phone without being distracted.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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point A to point B

Only had it A few days so far, plus side so far is it's great on gas, it handles well in the rain. Roomy for a small car. Cons so far is heater takes longer to throw heat than it should, stereo system sucks.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best new Car I have ever owned

I am so pleased and happy with my choice and purchase of my Forte. It is an exceptionally great car and totally affordable for my needs.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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