Customer Reviews for 2013_Kia_Forte
2013_Kia_Forte
Average Customer Rating:
(16 Reviews) 16
Rating Snapshot (16 reviews)
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13 of 16(81%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for 2013_Kia_Forte
Review 1 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
I Like the Car Alot
,May 4, 2013
By Jacquie
from Grand Praire, TX
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
3
out of
5
Value for the Money:
4
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I purchased a 2013 Forte Ex 3 months ago and for the most part am satisfied except for a little problem I am having with the driver's seat. I have recently been hearing pressure sounds while driving when my back is touching the seat. It is intermittent but when you hear it you hear it. I have taken it back a couple of times but I still have the problem. I have had a few new cars and I have NEVER had this problem with the seat before. I will continue to take it back for as long as I have to until I am satisfied."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
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Review 2 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Great little car
,March 28, 2013
By GJ
from Grand Junction, CO
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I have only had my new Kia for about one month, but so far I am very happy with the way it drives and the comfortable seating. Since it is slightly smaller then the Honda Accord that I am used to driving, it seems a lot easier to get into tight spaces and still seems to be comfortable inside. It is very responsive and does a good job on corners. I am really quite impressed with this car."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
+1point
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Review 3 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Glad I bought it
,March 16, 2013
By Returned Driver
from Chicago
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
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5
"Because of a job relocation, I had to get a car for the daily commute. I had to no idea what to buy, except I wanted something compact and reliable. Very happy with my Kia Forte EX. The gas mileage isn't as good as it was purported to be, and living in Chicago, when it got cold, the windows didn't roll down instantly, but once the car got warmed up, they worked fine. That's a small drawback for me, as the car always started right up, is very easy to handle, comfortable, and after 6 months, i love it more than when I first bought it."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
+1point
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Review 4 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
GO TO BYERS KIA!
,March 4, 2013
By anna
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"just bought a 2013 kia forte from byers kia in lewis center. best car ive ever owned! drives smooth, lots of space, nice interior,large trunk space, great gas mileage, they even thru in a free ipod hookup/charger for the car!.luke from byers helped me..best car buying experience ive ever had..i told him what i wanted, didnt want, and price range. he gave me exactly what i wanted,didnt push anything and went over how to use everything in the car and set up my bluetooth for me.he was very personalable and helpful! thanks luke!"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
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Review 5 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
2013 Kia Forte EX Hatchback
,January 8, 2013
By Wild4stangs
from SE Massachusetts
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
4
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"Bought this car new in October 2012, and I now have nearly 8k on the clock. I commute 100 miles/day mostly highway, and the rest is local driving. I average 31.5 mpg, with the best being 36 for pure hwy trips. I am a big buy, 5'11" and 265, and it fit's me well. No issues to report, If I had to complain I would like to see the mpg go up a bit.
I have the tech package, and all of the features work reliably, and are easy to use.
Also I drove in a heavy snowstorm recently and found the stock Hancook tires to be pretty bad in snow and ice. I am installing a set of snow tires/wheels soon.
The dealer experience has been excellent."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 6 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
I love it!
,December 26, 2012
By skyblue82
from Alabama
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
4
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I just bought a 2013 Kia Forte 5 door and I love it! I have put 6,000 miles on it in just 3 months now with no problems or complaints. It is reliable and drives great.
It does take some self training to get the best gas milage out of the vehicle. I recomend keeping the view of average mpg up at all times to see what kind of driving brings your average down. If I use cruise control and keep my lead foot under control I average 37 mpg on my road trips!"
It does take some self training to get the best gas milage out of the vehicle. I recomend keeping the view of average mpg up at all times to see what kind of driving brings your average down. If I use cruise control and keep my lead foot under control I average 37 mpg on my road trips!"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
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Review 7 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
poor gas milage
,November 29, 2012
By vicj1
from Indiana
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
4
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
2
out of
5
Reliability:
3
out of
5
"my daughter has a 2012 bought new. she originally got 17mpg. then after only going up to 20mpg. we took it back and complained to the dealer for the 2nd time, and was told nothing was wrong, we told them that she was lied to, because she had a Kia before this one, and it road great, great gas mialage. she was told that this car would be much better than her last esp. on gas mil. told 38 -40, and told that when it hits 5,000 miles, that it should inprove, she is almost at that, and only gets 21-22 tops. also, we have so many leg bruises from the doors, all them coming back and hitting us, and they told us their was nothing wrong with the doors and that we must be parking on a slant. they do it even on flat ground. you have to work and work to get them to stay open. i think that the kia forte should be allowed in the lies about gas mil. that kia has against them! would not recogmend this particular car to anyone, run don't walk from our lying local dealership. she is constantly putting gas in and can't really afford this. she drives alot and thought she was getting an very economical car. she now wishes that she never traded."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
-2points
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Review 8 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Best car I have owned
,October 25, 2012
By Happy Kia Forte Owner
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
4
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"We bought our Kia Forte 2012 ex a week ago and i can tell you it is worth the money!!!!!!! It had 15 miles on it when purchased and it runs smooth. Seats are a bit low but once you are in they are very comfortable. The driver side door tends to close on me when i open it up so they may havge missed an adjustment when they put on the door. Interior is amazing especially for what is considered a low end car. I am very happy i went with the forte and after all who can beat that warranty besides hyundai."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
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Review 9 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Best Handling compact for the money
,October 18, 2012
By henry
from Lavergne,Tn
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"This car has more than enough power for a compact, and handles curves nicely here in Tn. Macpherson struts make the difference! I average 31.5 miles per gallon with an average speed of 40 mph. One thing Kia could do different is redesign the radiator resevior lid design. Someone has to have a funnel to fill it up."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Work
-1point
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Review 10 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Went to buy a base nissan got this for $1500 more.
,October 2, 2012
By Pro driver ABF
from Johnstown Ohio
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
4
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"Base LX with floor mats, 13500 & tt&l. 6 spd shifts great, 35.41 mpg first tank, all around driving."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
+1point
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Review 11 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Most economical car I have ever driven
,September 25, 2012
By Cricket
from Houston Texas
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
4
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
4
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I bought my 2013 Kia Forte 2 months ago. Fell in love with it. For the price paid it is a great little car. I travel all around Houston for my job and I get 28 or more miles to the gallon depending on traffic. I had it for two weeks and was rear ended. Very little damage to the bumper, the car that hit me didn't fare so well. Very impressive. What a great little car. I was accustomed to driving a bigger sized vehicle and I am just as comfortable in the Forte as I was in my larger car. Love the XM radio for cruising. Couldn't ask for more."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
+1point
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Review 12 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
A bit under powered but mostly good
,August 31, 2012
By JDP
from Sacramento CA
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
2
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
3
out of
5
Interior Design:
3
out of
5
Value for the Money:
3
out of
5
Reliability:
4
out of
5
"I was really happy with it until a trip to the Sierras on vacation. Pulling up the steep grades at 7-8,000 feet that little 2.0 was spinning at 5,000 rpms. Did make it but really winding up. The price you pay for 36 MPG with AC on the whole time I guess. My only other complaint is the door trying to close on your leg when getting in. We have learned to avoid that problem. The seats seem low when getting in but are quite comfortable on 2-4 hour drives."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Transporting family
+2points
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Review 13 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Not the auto I wanted but had to take
,August 23, 2012
By Canadianjim
from Ohio
Comfort:
1
out of
5
Performance:
2
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
1
out of
5
Interior Design:
1
out of
5
Value for the Money:
1
out of
5
Reliability:
3
out of
5
"I didn't know that the kia forte had rebates on them for the 2012 and the 2013 did not and the sales man did not tell of this. I was looking at a soul and come to find out they are close to the same price and with the rebate the soul would have actually been cheaper. I know now for thenext one I buy in two years not to go to that dealership and I will look further. The dealer sales man told me one price and when it came to recieveing the paperwork it was another."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Transporting family
-7points
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Review 14 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
great car for the money
,August 18, 2012
By kialover
from North Ridgeville, Ohio
Comfort:
5
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"I just bought my 2013 Forte EX 1 week ago. I found it suprisingly comfortable and handles extremley well. Drove it in some very hard downpours and was impressed. Cant wait to try it in the snow. Very sporty feeling when driven. Drive mostly in the city and getting about 28 mpg. Awsome car so far. Seats are a little low to ground but I came from a 2011 Sorrento. Forte suprisingly more comfortable and smoother than the Sorrento."
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
+3points
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Review 15 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
ok
,August 11, 2012
By none
from atco,nj
Comfort:
1
out of
5
Performance:
3
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
3
out of
5
Interior Design:
3
out of
5
Value for the Money:
2
out of
5
Reliability:
2
out of
5
"kia is a nice car,but to seats are to low. i would like
to trade this car for a kia sportage,although i just
purchased it less than 2 mos. ago"
to trade this car for a kia sportage,although i just
purchased it less than 2 mos. ago"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
-6points
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Review 16 for 2013_Kia_Forte
Overall Rating:
Great value for the money!
,July 11, 2012
By Krazy for Kia
from Atlanta, Ga
Comfort:
4
out of
5
Performance:
5
out of
5
Exterior Styling:
5
out of
5
Interior Design:
5
out of
5
Value for the Money:
5
out of
5
Reliability:
5
out of
5
"We bought our 2013 Kia Forte Lx sedan 2 days ago right before going on a 6 hour road trip from Ga to Va. We hit several really bad storms but had little trouble due to the great handling of the car. The only thing I might say is that the seats started to get somewhat uncomfortable after 4 hours or so but we made no stops and that can be expected to an extent when you sit in a car for that long. We've already had several stares from other people admiring the sleek exterior of the car. The inside looks more luxury than expected on the base model. Just 2 weeks ago we were looking at older cars with way more mileage until we stopped by a Kia and saw how affordable the Lx automatic was. I recommend this car to anyone, the back seat room is great for another 2 and 3 if you really need it. So far we haven't noticed anything we didn't like about it except for the seats. Hope this helped :)"
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Work
+1point
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