Kia Forte
Whether you opt for the 1.8-litre 145-horsepower or the 2.0-litre 173-horsepower engine, the Kia Forte is a very good quality compact. Those looking for a bit more punch can choose the 1.6-litre 201-horsepower turbocharged engine. The Forte is available as a coupe (2 doors), sedan (4 doors) or delightfully versatile hatchback (5 doors).
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 73% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 6/10 |
| Reliability | 8/10 |
| Safety | 7/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 7/10 |
| The Car Guide rating | 75% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 8/10 |
| Safety | 7/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 7/10 |
| The Car Guide rating | 72% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 8/10 |
| Safety | 7/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 6/10 |
| The Car Guide rating | 72% |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 8/10 |
| Safety | 7/10 |
| Infotainment | 7/10 |
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Overall | 6/10 |
What's new in 2016
No major change
Pros
N/A
Cons
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