I own a 2021 Subaru WRX, but I must admit how much I admire this 2021 Kia Forte GT. Your Kia is a great looking car, sounds awesome, and has really nice interior features. Plus, the car is marked at a great price. That Forte GT is a home run for a very cool commuter car.
Aye Darius, Not a bad car at all. Another example of Kia's stepping up their game. If I were in the market for a small , fun car, I'd definitely check out of the Forte GT. The price ain't bad as well.
VW Jetta GLI also has a Limited Slip Diff., as well. However, you're definitely going to literally pay for it. Plus the Jetta GLI is a bigger vehicle though technically still in the compact car class. (Just barely at 7 inches shorter than a Toyota Camry, and 3 inches longer than a Corolla.) As far as the hot hatch GTI, itself; to get the Top of the Line version offered by VW, you'll need to shell out $6K more than a similarly equipped Top of the Line Jetta GLI. Even without an LSDiff, the KIA Forte GT gives you a lot of both car and performance for the money. I remember 20 years ago when a compact KIA was the worst Penalty Box you could get. Seriously, one of those was simply for either struggling college kids barely above the poverty line or for working class individuals who would instantly become poor if they ever lost their Minimum Wage job which they needed a car to get to on a daily basis. KIA has very impressively come a long way.
Just bought one of these for our daughter as a high school graduation present. Didn't know much about them and didn't realize how "hot" they are until I drove it in Sport Mode.😂😂😂
I am a very happy owner of the forte gt coral blue. It will not race a Corvette but it's sporty fun. It's an amazing car for the money. Props out to kia of imperial CA for being amazing...
I really Like this car but I wanna know what big and small changes and Improvements they have done with the car. I want a forte gt with a manual transmission. It's time to Increase the horse power from 205 up to 260-280 HP.
I have always been exclusively a Coupe driver, and I have always sworn I would NEVER drive a 4 door car, but this car is damn tempting.... Ugh... I kind of hate myself. 2 door coupes forever!!
I just got a Forte GT Line in white only reason why I got it was it had everything the GT had interior wise and I've had bad luck with turbo engines so I just went with the straight 2.0L engine don't understand estimate that 2.0 in the GT line that car can go!
@@dreamkiidd2290 I cant speak for every Forte non-GT but the 2.0L CVT is not as reliable as the 1.6T DCT/MT or at least thats what I've seen from the community. By that I mean that in the GT community theres less complaints about the engine than the non-GT community. Granted thats not every engine as I've seen some people with non-GT who has put in over 100K no problem. The most important part is just keeping up with maintenance really but I see what you mean as general consensus turbo engine cars need more maintaining than NA cars.
@@Specialist7 I had a 2018 kia lx with the 2.0l cvt and I put 80,000km (50,000 miles) on it with no issues. I upgraded to the 1.6l turbo dct because i wanted a newer car. Kia forte is a great car. Biggest issue was no kia dealership had manual transmissions on the lot so i didnt have much choice on transmission options.
Wish KIA had gone with a different grill. That Tiger Nose grill as KIA calls it has been on other models in their line-up in the past. Just wish they had gone with something else on this GT Forte.
Strange that it doesn't get the newer bigger screen in the US, the 2021 model in Mexico has a 10.25 widescreen ua-cam.com/video/-338VnIcVgM/v-deo.html btw, I managed 6.80 from 0 to 100kmh (62MPH), I estimate 6.4 to 60mph
Question- I’m looking at this car & a 2021 civic touring. My daily driver is a 2021 BMW M440. I need a 2nd car for this ATL traffic. Which one will give me a more enjoyable ride?
@@DriveOnReviews Yeah..That’s what I’m thinking..I’m going to go test drive it today. I was afraid of depreciation. But I plan to keep it. So I guess I’m ok lol
The Forte Gt will, trust me It’s quick and will play with most v6 cars. It has multi link independent suspension and can carve comers very well. If you get the dual clutch, to enjoy it use all aspects of the dual clutch
Only thing I hate is that it's not compatible with wierless android/apple car play wich is fucked cuse it's 2021 and older models are equipped with it so with that dose anyone know if there will be a software update to the head unit that will make it wierless compatible?
This car is fun to drive but looks boring on the outside, with it's bug eye looking headlights. I would choose the 2021 Toyota Corolla SE sedan over the 2021 Kia Forte GT. Corolla looks much sexier, sexier wheels, and is more reliable with a naturally aspirated dual injected engine.
I respect your opinion but Naturally aspirated doesn’t mean more reliable, turbos are very reliable and a turbo set up is easier to tune if your are into those things. I personally don’t like the ( Toyota) even the apex edition for what you pay you can’t even tune it
@@curt2233 Turbos are very reliable? LOL good joke! Turbos add a lot of stress to the engine, reducing engine lifespan and durability. Furthermore, the turbocharger itself usually breaks down before the engine, requiring a replacement that costs thousands of dollars unless you have warranty. Turbo also adds carbon gunk to the engine valves.
@@braetonwilson4296 lol here you are again with “corolla is better looking and more reliable”. No one cares what you find sexier, dude... Turbocharged cars can last well over 200k mi. Yes, they do require more frequent maintenance (every 5- 6k miles), but they can last buddy, this isnt the 80s nor 90s anymore. What does it matter though. You already have it set in your mind that it wont last as supreme NA corolla...which, btw, are not flawless even without a turbo. At least if youre gonna compare a corolla with a Forte, go do so on videos with the NA 2.0L ivt Forte. Otherwise, not in the same league at all other than belonging to the “compact” segment. Any part of a car can fail outside of warranty period and be costly... But, guess what? Kia offers a 5 yr /60k mi limited and 10 yr / 100k mi powertrain (the latter only when bought new - the original owner) warranty. Oh but yeah, youre also going around saying Kia/hyundai deny warranty claims 🤦♂️ Btw, look up the 2022 GR Corolla... Youre gonna miss out on the fun.....😆 Now THAT is one Corolla id buy!!!! Edit: knowhow.napaonline.com/3-turbo-myths-modern-cars-debunked/ www.carprousa.com/Why-You-Shouldnt-Fear-the-Turbocharged-Engine/a/55 www.cartalk.com/blogs/dear-car-talk/turbocharged-engines-and-long-haul And just for the heck of it: www.toyotaproblems.com/models/corolla/ It appears that out of all Toyotas, the corolla ranks low in reliability (more possibility of issues in long term ownership). www.motorbiscuit.com/the-most-annoying-toyota-corolla-problems-owners-complain-about-the-most/
I own a 2021 Subaru WRX, but I must admit how much I admire this 2021 Kia Forte GT. Your Kia is a great looking car, sounds awesome, and has really nice interior features. Plus, the car is marked at a great price. That Forte GT is a home run for a very cool commuter car.
This is a very solid car... it's like a Stinger junior
exactly? the new 2022 model is now called the k3 and they call it the baby k3 haha
I have this exact car in the deep sea blue color & I love it!!💙 It's such a smooth ride & it gets great gas mileage.
Aye Darius, Not a bad car at all. Another example of Kia's stepping up their game. If I were in the market for a small , fun car, I'd definitely check out of the Forte GT. The price ain't bad as well.
Kia is killing it and it’s cheaper compared to the others
VW Jetta GLI also has a Limited Slip Diff., as well.
However, you're definitely going to literally pay for it. Plus the Jetta GLI is a bigger vehicle though technically still in the compact car class. (Just barely at 7 inches shorter than a Toyota Camry, and 3 inches longer than a Corolla.) As far as the hot hatch GTI, itself; to get the Top of the Line version offered by VW, you'll need to shell out $6K more than a similarly equipped Top of the Line Jetta GLI.
Even without an LSDiff, the KIA Forte GT gives you a lot of both car and performance for the money. I remember 20 years ago when a compact KIA was the worst Penalty Box you could get. Seriously, one of those was simply for either struggling college kids barely above the poverty line or for working class individuals who would instantly become poor if they ever lost their Minimum Wage job which they needed a car to get to on a daily basis. KIA has very impressively come a long way.
Such a bargain of a car, gorgeous color too. Thanks for video !
Just bought one of these for our daughter as a high school graduation present. Didn't know much about them and didn't realize how "hot" they are until I drove it in Sport Mode.😂😂😂
Great review! 2021/2022 Kia Forte GT is now on my bucket list.
I got one in the Snow White pearl a few weeks ago and so glad I did because there are none available at any KIA dealership within 250 miles
Congratulations on the purchase and that was kinda a long drive
@@DriveOnReviews I only had a 30 mile drive for mine but now there are none within 250 miles
I dunno if I can get over the lower turn signal tail lights. Looks kinda out of place. Otherwise it's a very nice bang for the buck.
It does look real good, not for a Kia, but as a car!!! Great reviewww Mann
Thank you I appreciate that and yeah I looks good honestly
You are very good at what you do. You know the car and stats plus easy to understand and the info I need. Thank you sir.
Thanks for watching and I appreciate the feedback
Im watching ur review again! Very thorough! Good review!
Thank you I appreciate the support/feedback
Great review on this beautiful car!
Thank you and yes it’s a handsome sedan
Nice review also i like that standard exhaust sound, i wish we had this in south africa but the shipping and import taxes would cost too much
I am a very happy owner of the forte gt coral blue. It will not race a Corvette but it's sporty fun. It's an amazing car for the money. Props out to kia of imperial CA for being amazing...
I really Like this car but I wanna know what big and small changes and Improvements they have done with the car. I want a forte gt with a manual transmission. It's time to Increase the horse power from 205 up to 260-280 HP.
Just bought a black on black 2021 forte GT line soooo excited
Congrats on the purchase how is it Treating you so far
Same here the gt line, mann love the car for only 21k that i got it for!
enjoyed the video bro..this might be my next ride. also have you test driven the new elantra n line yet?
I need this car in my life! I already have the Veloster N but id like this for my daily driver!
DCT or manual?
@@DriveOnReviews Manual
Really? It looks so ugly though with it's bug eyed headlights. I would much rather buy the 2021 Corolla SE sedan, both Darius and I agree on that.
@@braetonwilson4296 Who is Darius? I love the look of the Forte GT headlights
I’m Adarius but you call me Darius for short
I have always been exclusively a Coupe driver, and I have always sworn I would NEVER drive a 4 door car, but this car is damn tempting....
Ugh... I kind of hate myself. 2 door coupes forever!!
Love ur personality man
0:43 so no one noticed the hood being mysteriously hit?
Nice review and I like this car
The engine is pretty peppy in my k5 gt line. I feel like it has more hp than it's rated.
The engine found on the K5 GT-Line is detuned from 201HP to 180HP, the same engine can be found on the Elantra N-Line.
The one being shown has 20 HP more than in the K5 GT line.
I just got a Forte GT Line in white only reason why I got it was it had everything the GT had interior wise and I've had bad luck with turbo engines so I just went with the straight 2.0L engine don't understand estimate that 2.0 in the GT line that car can go!
@@dreamkiidd2290 I cant speak for every Forte non-GT but the 2.0L CVT is not as reliable as the 1.6T DCT/MT or at least thats what I've seen from the community. By that I mean that in the GT community theres less complaints about the engine than the non-GT community. Granted thats not every engine as I've seen some people with non-GT who has put in over 100K no problem. The most important part is just keeping up with maintenance really but I see what you mean as general consensus turbo engine cars need more maintaining than NA cars.
@@Specialist7 I had a 2018 kia lx with the 2.0l cvt and I put 80,000km (50,000 miles) on it with no issues. I upgraded to the 1.6l turbo dct because i wanted a newer car. Kia forte is a great car. Biggest issue was no kia dealership had manual transmissions on the lot so i didnt have much choice on transmission options.
Nice car but how reliable are Kia's transmission
Get manual transmission. They last much longer than automatic.
Wish KIA had gone with a different grill. That Tiger Nose grill as KIA calls it has been on other models in their line-up in the past. Just wish they had gone with something else on this GT Forte.
It's like bmw, they cant get rid of it !😑
Love your content
Thank you I appreciate the feedback
Covered it nicely
Thanks Hunter I appreciate the feedback
Strange that it doesn't get the newer bigger screen in the US, the 2021 model in Mexico has a 10.25 widescreen ua-cam.com/video/-338VnIcVgM/v-deo.html
btw, I managed 6.80 from 0 to 100kmh (62MPH), I estimate 6.4 to 60mph
Maybe when they update it for the 2022 model year
Awesome video man!
Question- I’m looking at this car & a 2021 civic touring. My daily driver is a 2021 BMW M440. I need a 2nd car for this ATL traffic. Which one will give me a more enjoyable ride?
I’ll take this over the civic honestly
@@DriveOnReviews Yeah..That’s what I’m thinking..I’m going to go test drive it today. I was afraid of depreciation. But I plan to keep it. So I guess I’m ok lol
Yeah let me know how it goes
The Forte Gt will, trust me It’s quick and will play with most v6 cars. It has multi link independent suspension and can carve comers very well. If you get the dual clutch, to enjoy it use all aspects of the dual clutch
I just bought it...2021 GT2, red....it’s crazy...it’s so fun to drive...it’s fast...and I don’t miss my bmw when I’m driving...thanks for the review
Any leads for a 2021 forte GT2 for under 20k? I'm looking to buy in the next 1-2 weeks.
The dealership I film at has 3-4 forte in stock and they have a use one check out south dade kia website
So would you choose this over the stinger?
No way lol
Only thing I hate is that it's not compatible with wierless android/apple car play wich is fucked cuse it's 2021 and older models are equipped with it so with that dose anyone know if there will be a software update to the head unit that will make it wierless compatible?
What type of transmission it has?
Is it a cvt?
Very nice man!!!!
great job bro..
Thank you vertigo
@@DriveOnReviews if you have a chance to review the Kona N..that would be great bro!kia/hyundai doing great this past 3 yrs..
Would you pick this over a Mazda 3?
Only if you don’t get the Mazda 3 hatch
does this car come with the smart remote start key?
Would you recommend for taller 6 1 driver ?
Test it out cause I’m not that tall
three thousand twelve hundred pounds? Or do you mean three thousand twelve pounds?
aw
This car is fun to drive but looks boring on the outside, with it's bug eye looking headlights. I would choose the 2021 Toyota Corolla SE sedan over the 2021 Kia Forte GT. Corolla looks much sexier, sexier wheels, and is more reliable with a naturally aspirated dual injected engine.
I respect your opinion but Naturally aspirated doesn’t mean more reliable, turbos are very reliable and a turbo set up is easier to tune if your are into those things. I personally don’t like the ( Toyota) even the apex edition for what you pay you can’t even tune it
@@curt2233 Turbos are very reliable? LOL good joke! Turbos add a lot of stress to the engine, reducing engine lifespan and durability. Furthermore, the turbocharger itself usually breaks down before the engine, requiring a replacement that costs thousands of dollars unless you have warranty. Turbo also adds carbon gunk to the engine valves.
@@braetonwilson4296 lol here you are again with “corolla is better looking and more reliable”. No one cares what you find sexier, dude...
Turbocharged cars can last well over 200k mi. Yes, they do require more frequent maintenance (every 5- 6k miles), but they can last buddy, this isnt the 80s nor 90s anymore.
What does it matter though. You already have it set in your mind that it wont last as supreme NA corolla...which, btw, are not flawless even without a turbo.
At least if youre gonna compare a corolla with a Forte, go do so on videos with the NA 2.0L ivt Forte.
Otherwise, not in the same league at all other than belonging to the “compact” segment.
Any part of a car can fail outside of warranty period and be costly...
But, guess what? Kia offers a 5 yr /60k mi limited and 10 yr / 100k mi powertrain (the latter only when bought new - the original owner) warranty. Oh but yeah, youre also going around saying Kia/hyundai deny warranty claims 🤦♂️
Btw, look up the 2022 GR Corolla...
Youre gonna miss out on the fun.....😆
Now THAT is one Corolla id buy!!!!
Edit:
knowhow.napaonline.com/3-turbo-myths-modern-cars-debunked/
www.carprousa.com/Why-You-Shouldnt-Fear-the-Turbocharged-Engine/a/55
www.cartalk.com/blogs/dear-car-talk/turbocharged-engines-and-long-haul
And just for the heck of it:
www.toyotaproblems.com/models/corolla/
It appears that out of all Toyotas, the corolla ranks low in reliability (more possibility of issues in long term ownership).
www.motorbiscuit.com/the-most-annoying-toyota-corolla-problems-owners-complain-about-the-most/
Looks are deceiving, the Corolla has no sporty DNA in the suspension or engine.
@@M4B21S88 lol take that ass to school and man even my eye brow raised at that GR Yaris, that took me by surprise it’s a true pocket rocket