But what he does not tell you is that this vehicle as optioned is 25 to 26K and not under 20K like he said in the beginning of the video. The Base GT-Line starts at 23K. The LXS starts at 20K and you cant get navigation or the Harmon Kardon sound system on the LXS
Yes the GT2 is the way to go with its 1.6 turbo engine, DCT transmission, muilt link rear suspension for not all that much more than this GT-line that has the looks and features, but has a 2 liter engine with 50 less hp, cv transmission, and torsion beam rear suspension
@Hametsy2799 loving it so far! Smooth and very quiet. I have a very far commute, so it's comfortable for traveling. Also, a very quick car for a 1.6 4cyl
still liking it? i just hit a cow and totaled my truck so i’m looking for a car that is sporty, but not considered a sports car because i don’t want crazy insurance
@MafiaHQ sorry to hear about your truck! That's a huge drag. But to answer your question I'm loving the new Forte. Just like you said, it feels sporty without the costs of a sports car. It's not the biggest engine, but it's still very quick and zippy through traffic. Very comfortable on the inside. Overall, I really like it so far. Great commuter car
I'm thinking of buying one this week but my dealer only has the sporty blue available in the premium sport package. I'd like a black or gravity gray, but they only have them in the base models. Hmmm
I remember KIA when I was stationed in Korea in the 80s. Back then, they were known for making trucks and minivans. Then, in 2009, I bought a used 2005 Optima LX. The Optima was comfortable and reliable. In 2013, I traded in the Optima for a Rio. The Rio was great on gas, but it was a back killer. So, in 2016, I traded in the Rio for a Soul +. Then there was the recall on the Soul 2.0 L. I once test drove a Forte, but it was just a slightly larger version of the Rio back killer. In 2020, I traded in the 2016 Soul + for the redesigned 2021 Soul EX. Unfortunately, politicians have ruined our economy, so I won't be buying a new car anytime soon.
No spare. Nope. Not getting stuck without a spare ever again like I did in my optima. I was looking into this to save some money on my lease end this nov.
Check now, multiple manufacturers include top car manufacturers doesn’t include spare tires in 2023 and on vehicles, like Audi, Mercedes, BMW, Cadillac, Lincoln and on and on, Check and you will see the new normal
@@simong2502 then they can provide one like they did on my optima after my incident. No spare no sale. Someone will provide a 200 dollar spare kit if they want a sale.
But what he does not tell you is that this vehicle as optioned is 25 to 26K and not under 20K like he said in the beginning of the video. The Base GT-Line starts at 23K. The LXS starts at 20K and you cant get navigation or the Harmon Kardon sound system on the LXS
I include the msrp and I said for vehicles you can get in the 20k or around 20k 👍
I was beginning to wonder. I was perusing the autotrader site for local prices and they are all around $22k from what I see.
Have had my gt2 for a month already straight up great interior and it definitely gets looks
Congratulations they are awesome vehicles
why doesn't this one have full LED lights and some other gt lines do?
The GT-line only receives Daytime running and fog lights led 👍
Kia spec sheet:
www.kia.com/us/en/forte/specs-compare
@@HawkeyeRides wow, that's weird, we get them with led in Mexico since the GT line
@@alanpeyrot6471 thanks for the insight 👍
thank you!@@HawkeyeRides
Spend the extra money and get the GT w/GT2 package. It’s more than worth it!!
I agree 👍
Yes the GT2 is the way to go with its 1.6 turbo engine, DCT transmission, muilt link rear suspension for not all that much more than this GT-line that has the looks and features, but has a 2 liter engine with 50 less hp, cv transmission, and torsion beam rear suspension
Picking mine up tomorrow. Pumped!
Congrats 👍
How is it ?
@Hametsy2799 loving it so far! Smooth and very quiet. I have a very far commute, so it's comfortable for traveling. Also, a very quick car for a 1.6 4cyl
still liking it? i just hit a cow and totaled my truck so i’m looking for a car that is sporty, but not considered a sports car because i don’t want crazy insurance
@MafiaHQ sorry to hear about your truck! That's a huge drag.
But to answer your question I'm loving the new Forte. Just like you said, it feels sporty without the costs of a sports car. It's not the biggest engine, but it's still very quick and zippy through traffic. Very comfortable on the inside. Overall, I really like it so far. Great commuter car
Should I spend the extra money and get the GT-line instead of the LXS? Just want a affordable but nice looking car.
I would, it will hold better value 👍
I'm thinking of buying one this week but my dealer only has the sporty blue available in the premium sport package. I'd like a black or gravity gray, but they only have them in the base models. Hmmm
Congratulations when you get it. They are awesome 👍
Damn, I wanted the blue. But the red actually looks fantastic.
Just bought me one, and I gotta say, It's a lot of bang for the buck! I love mine!
Congratulations 🎉 👍
How do you like it so far? I'm looking at one
@@ss_mark02 I've been very happy with it! I'd say it's pretty much exactly what I was hoping for.
@@Me-wk3ix awesome we just got ours!
I bought the 2023 Kia Forte GT2 🎉🎉🎉🎉 I love it !!!🔥🔥🔥🔥
That’s awesome 🎉🎉👍
Thanks for the constant content❤
Your welcome 👍
I remember KIA when I was stationed in Korea in the 80s. Back then, they were known for making trucks and minivans. Then, in 2009, I bought a used 2005 Optima LX. The Optima was comfortable and reliable. In 2013, I traded in the Optima for a Rio. The Rio was great on gas, but it was a back killer. So, in 2016, I traded in the Rio for a Soul +. Then there was the recall on the Soul 2.0 L. I once test drove a Forte, but it was just a slightly larger version of the Rio back killer. In 2020, I traded in the 2016 Soul + for the redesigned 2021 Soul EX. Unfortunately, politicians have ruined our economy, so I won't be buying a new car anytime soon.
Thanks for the insight and I agree, now is not the time to buy new 👍
Sadly used cars are being sold with thousands of miles over original MSRP price.
I love your videos! It is helping to narrow down my decision to the Kia Forte
Thank you I appreciate that 👍
Waiting for my GT Line with the sports package to come in this month. Can't wait to get it.
Congratulations they are awesome 👍
No spare. Nope. Not getting stuck without a spare ever again like I did in my optima. I was looking into this to save some money on my lease end this nov.
I’m the same, I like to have a spare 👍
Just get triple a bro 😂
Check now, multiple manufacturers include top car manufacturers doesn’t include spare tires in 2023 and on vehicles, like Audi, Mercedes, BMW, Cadillac, Lincoln and on and on, Check and you will see the new normal
@@simong2502 then they can provide one like they did on my optima after my incident. No spare no sale. Someone will provide a 200 dollar spare kit if they want a sale.
@@simong2502 what?? not even a useless "donut"?
Do a review on the gt forte
That is on the list next time at Kia 👍
Too bad the U.S doesn’t get a hatch version of this.
Hatch would be awesome
They have the hatch option in pa. Allentown Kia.
Thanks for watching and drop a comment below with a 👍
Why not just get the GT? Why get the diet coke version when you can get the real thing.
Maybe price 🤷♂️👍
@@HawkeyeRides they can be had for a decent price. I just got a 2023 Forte GT manual for 25k a few weeks ago.
Maxes out forte gt is $27900 in pa.
Thanks for the info
Thanks for the info