I think that the Civic is over-hyped. I dare anyone to find a car similar to this one in EVERY way and still be able to buy it for under $26,000. Kia and Hyundai, in my opinion, are the best economy car companies because they add things that other car companies wouldn't dare include.
If you're asking why I didn't compare it to the engine in Civic Si it's because the Kia Forte does not offer a performance oriented like model. The Forte EX really competes with the Civic EX-L Sedan which only comes with 1 engine.
Every time I see a Kia. I'm always reminded of the Sephia sedan of the early 90's. Today's Kias are very nice cars, but I wouldn't be able to get over the badge.
Maybe that wouldn't be an issue for the Millennial Generation, but for those of us that are close to 40, and were driving at those times it's not so easy to win us over. Even when I think Hyundai, I always remember the EXCEL
I've seen quite a few of them here in Trinidad. I like the looks of it, with the exception of the daytime running lights; to me it looks like an aftermarket job.
I like the new Forte but ended up buying a 2013 Cruze ECO. I'm getting 42 MPG on my mostly highway commute. If KIA could get better EPA number's I would have bought it.
Everything else on the compact market in 2014 was boring? The Focus and Mazda3 of the time weren't boring at all. I own a 2012 Forte5 and test drove the others. They're both more lively, involving and refined to drive than the Forte. Practicality and price made the Kia more sensible for me.
Steve, what do you think of Toyota offering a 4 speed auto in the new Corolla? With everyone else having 5 and 6 speeds, I think it puts them at a big disadvantage unless you pony up xtra dough for the high level model with a CVT.
I am obsessed with this car this year forte is only priced at $13,000, ounce I graduate college in April I'll be putting a down payment on this one, either the sedan or the hatchback my 1st car now is a 2 door I need something a lil bigger this would be perfect.. 😊
I think that the Civic is over-hyped. I dare anyone to find a car similar to this one in EVERY way and still be able to buy it for under $26,000. Kia and Hyundai, in my opinion, are the best economy car companies because they add things that other car companies wouldn't dare include.
If you're asking why I didn't compare it to the engine in Civic Si it's because the Kia Forte does not offer a performance oriented like model. The Forte EX really competes with the Civic EX-L Sedan which only comes with 1 engine.
Great review as always Steve!
hi steve, great review! How's the interior built quality? Does everything feel solid like a BMW or audi?
Wow... not the Kia I remember. Very impressive!
Many people expressed that same sentiment to me this week. People view Hyundai above Kia in prestige. Funny how that goes.
Steve, have you driven the new Kia Forte five-door? If so, how does it compare to the sedan? Are the seats and interior the same?
I wouldn't take it to those lengths but the quality, fit and finish felt great.
How was the road noise? I perceive it to be a bit noisy?
I have a 2021 forte. Gt line. Why have the newer fortes lost the function of power folding side mirrors??
Every time I see a Kia. I'm always reminded of the Sephia sedan of the early 90's. Today's Kias are very nice cars, but I wouldn't be able to get over the badge.
Maybe that wouldn't be an issue for the Millennial Generation, but for those of us that are close to 40, and were driving at those times it's not so easy to win us over. Even when I think Hyundai, I always remember the EXCEL
Are the front and rear sonar sensors available on the production cars - cant find any record of it ? -- Thanks
I've seen quite a few of them here in Trinidad. I like the looks of it, with the exception of the daytime running lights; to me it looks like an aftermarket job.
I like the new Forte but ended up buying a 2013 Cruze ECO. I'm getting 42 MPG on my mostly highway commute. If KIA could get better EPA number's I would have bought it.
Everything else on the compact market in 2014 was boring? The Focus and Mazda3 of the time weren't boring at all. I own a 2012 Forte5 and test drove the others. They're both more lively, involving and refined to drive than the Forte. Practicality and price made the Kia more sensible for me.
Thanks, my friend!
Steve, what do you think of Toyota offering a 4 speed auto in the new Corolla? With everyone else having 5 and 6 speeds, I think it puts them at a big disadvantage unless you pony up xtra dough for the high level model with a CVT.
Steve -- another Kia is making waves -- the all new Cadenza. Will that be coming on "Drive Time"?
OMG the features this car has are serious ! Good job where everyone else charges more for less
I really like the forte coupe. I'm torn between the civic, the forte coupe, or the scion tc.
GM's designers should spend a whole day sitting in this cabin. Kia/ Hyundai really gets it
kudos to steve for this...
I am obsessed with this car this year forte is only priced at $13,000, ounce I graduate college in April I'll be putting a down payment on this one, either the sedan or the hatchback my 1st car now is a 2 door I need something a lil bigger this would be perfect.. 😊
Good job as usual. I'm starting to change my opinion of Kia cars. Famous brands are not necessarily the best brands.
2014 Kia Forte EX vs. 2014 Hyundai Elantra Limited. Which one is a better car?
Sterile styling was the perfect description for this cars' looks lol
I like his reviews, anyway, could u do a review on the Kia forte 5 door
Thanks. I'll see what I can do.
Steven Hammes
Hi Steve,
Great review :) just wanted to know of the HID head lamps are only low beam?
The HID headlamps are optional on the Forte EX and are for both low and high beams.
TestDriveNow.com featuring Auto Critic Steve Hammes will the high beams have projectors if u opt for HIDs or are they reserved for the low beams?
But how long will the 1.8/2.0 engine last ? Tick... Tick !!
I can't wait for the Koup.
Why is every review of this car the blue EX premium package?
That's how press fleets usually run; all the same.
Thats what its like in Korea too. Hyundai is like a Lincoln there and KIA is like a Ford
id get an older 06-09 scion tC not a new one. but if you want a new car the new civic coupe looks good.
So have lots of vehicles recently. Ask Toyota how they're doing with that.
Let me help: Forte.
it only cools one seat (the drivers side fyi)
If it didn't fail the small overlap test...
It failed the new offset crash test miserably!
strut and torsion beams.
This or the dodge dart can't decide
Beige Corolla.
Full of unnecessary feature. a Sporty look without performance. Why not get a mazda3 then...
This car has bad crash test results. :(
1st
Kia fake German/Honda