I just bought this exact color and trim 2 days ago. I very impressed and satisfied. I've been a Toyota buyer for about 30 years, since I've been 16 years old. To buy a Kia speaks volumes about how much they improved.
I was about to buy a Toyota this week as my first car (currently a student in college). But after watching all these reviews and hearing about all of their improvements as a brand, I decided to get this exact car in the same color too haha. I also love KIAs warranty compared to literally every other brand I checked out.
Kia ranks #5 behind Lexus Toyota and only a few more in the JD power and associates initial quality. Owned 8 Honda's in the last 22 years but their reliability is suspect now. Looked at a 2016 Kia Optima EX today and we fell in love.
Just helped my fiancé get a 2017 Kia Forte 5 yesterday and she enjoys it a lot. She too had a Toyota which was totaled in an accident. She loves Toyota’s and Lexus but wen she saw the forte 5 she had to have it. I actually kinda like it too and I’m also a Toyota owner
Good review! Thank you for taking the time. I find that extended videos of vehicle reviews are very informative. Especially when purchasing a new vehicle. Thanks again!!!!
Thank you so much for the comment and feedback! My goal is to give all pertinent information at the beginning. Research is exhaustive, but I feel it helps everyone, and to me, this can also serve as a sort of historical digital preservation for future viewers!
I bought a new 2019 Kia forte, I drive 70.1 miles rounds trip to work and back home, I average 42 to 47 MPG, I fill up every Friday morning or Friday night once a week, 23 bucks to fill it, best vehicle for me so far.
I own one of these, same color and model. Drives amazing and there's loads of features generally not included in other cars in the same class. I love it.
After owning a Toyoto Corolla Altis 1.6L. Recently, I made a 180deg. turn around to purchase & own a Kia Cerato - K3 EX 1.6L what impressed me was in term of their Design, power, performance{proven}, comfort & workmanship. This model it's really stand above some of the Japanese Brand of it's class. Simply amazing, no regret.
Cvleigh hey I have a question I got hit by a lady and it was her fault I’ve been saving for a car do you think this car performance, sound quality and feature wise is worth it I see a bunch for around 15k out the door with 10k down should be easy but
Yeah! I'm all over, but I work in Bloomington, so it's easy. I live in Martinsville, so I film there, Indy and the surrounding areas. Love the Maserati dealer up north in Carmel. I have tons of new stuff coming! Subscribe if you haven't yet!
Good video. I would suggest shining the tires before taping, however. Also, it might be good to point out standard features not common to the segment. Including, 8" touchscreen, and the dual-zone climate control. I don't know of many cars in this segment that offer those on base models. Also, driving dynamics: how is the IVT on the road? Handling? Ride quality? MPG?
I fill up every Friday morning, great on gas, 45 miles to E, gas price $2.79 will cost me $32 to $33 to fill up, I drive it Monday through Friday no weekend, 67 miles round trip, 335 miles average 40 mpg everyday
I had the 2015 Kia Forte LX model. Got rear ended into another car. Back & front destroyed. Dude didn’t have insurance, hoping my insurance compensates me so I can get this version.
Well, the test drive clips are dispersed throughout the video. I also have a dedicated separate video that’s solely test drive: ruclips.net/video/liMv_KFj5mQ/видео.html
Michael Liston That’s actually a great question. I do cover performance specs as far as instrumented road test reports usually by Car and Driver or Motor Trend Magazine, since they’re published. However, things like ride quality, stereo sound quality and seat comfort levels are all subjective and my opinion may not reflect other opinions. I try to keep bias and subjective opinions out of my videos and provide only facts based on the vehicle. There are a lot of reviewers that do include that, but I have decided not to include them, because I want my videos to be unbiased and opinion-free.
I just bought this exact color and trim 2 days ago. I very impressed and satisfied. I've been a Toyota buyer for about 30 years, since I've been 16 years old. To buy a Kia speaks volumes about how much they improved.
+Carlos Guevara They really have come a long way. Their lineup is really amazing, especially with the Stinger, Telluride and the K900.
I was about to buy a Toyota this week as my first car (currently a student in college). But after watching all these reviews and hearing about all of their improvements as a brand, I decided to get this exact car in the same color too haha. I also love KIAs warranty compared to literally every other brand I checked out.
Kia ranks #5 behind Lexus Toyota and only a few more in the JD power and associates initial quality.
Owned 8 Honda's in the last 22 years but their reliability is suspect now.
Looked at a 2016 Kia Optima EX today and we fell in love.
Just helped my fiancé get a 2017 Kia Forte 5 yesterday and she enjoys it a lot. She too had a Toyota which was totaled in an accident. She loves Toyota’s and Lexus but wen she saw the forte 5 she had to have it. I actually kinda like it too and I’m also a Toyota owner
Carlos Guevara how’s the sports mode ?
I just bought a 2019 Blue Kia Forte Today! I'm in love with my new wheels!!
Congratulations, btw can you please tell me approximately how much to fill up whole tan
David A I also have a 2019 forte currently if I fill up at a quarter tank to full it costs be about $25
I just bought the same one today! Such a beautiful car
😅🤣 get ready for the dire babe
@@newamsterdanm the what
Good review! Thank you for taking the time. I find that extended videos of vehicle reviews are very informative. Especially when purchasing a new vehicle. Thanks again!!!!
Thank you so much for the comment and feedback! My goal is to give all pertinent information at the beginning. Research is exhaustive, but I feel it helps everyone, and to me, this can also serve as a sort of historical digital preservation for future viewers!
I bought a new 2019 Kia forte, I drive 70.1 miles rounds trip to work and back home, I average 42 to 47 MPG, I fill up every Friday morning or Friday night once a week, 23 bucks to fill it, best vehicle for me so far.
How much will it be sold for a used one at the moment?
Just bought this car in clear white. It's my second day driving it and I Absolutely love it.
Have you had any issues with the cvt transmission?
I own one of these, same color and model. Drives amazing and there's loads of features generally not included in other cars in the same class. I love it.
I just bought a 2020 LXS. I really do enjoy it. It's a good car for the money.
Beautiful 2019 Kia Forte LXS and I love the color.
ladyyuna2000,I have the same one.
I like to think of the 2019 Forte as "the baby Stinger.".
After owning a Toyoto Corolla Altis 1.6L. Recently, I made a 180deg. turn around to purchase & own a
Kia Cerato - K3 EX 1.6L what impressed me was in term of their Design, power, performance{proven}, comfort & workmanship. This model it's really stand above some of the Japanese Brand of it's class.
Simply amazing, no regret.
Kia is Korean
My husband & i bought this car & absolutely love it!! The screen looks way bigger though it looks kind of small here
We bought this exact car and color on New Year's Day. Got 42 mph on the drive home
Damn I thought it went up to 160 mph
@@pedropierre9594 He meant to say MPG
I wonder how car is doing now 5-22-23
I can’t wait to get one of these
This is a better looking car than the A Class sedan, if you're not after the badge
Got rear ended by a truck in my little ‘09 Honda Civic last night. Hoping insurance totals it out so I can upgrade to one of these bad boys 😂
Update: I got this same exact car in white! I’ve had it for 2 months now, and I’m in love with it!
Cvleigh hey I have a question I got hit by a lady and it was her fault I’ve been saving for a car do you think this car performance, sound quality and feature wise is worth it I see a bunch for around 15k out the door with 10k down should be easy but
*buy
Oh Good to see my fellow Bloomingtonian video :)
Yeah! I'm all over, but I work in Bloomington, so it's easy. I live in Martinsville, so I film there, Indy and the surrounding areas. Love the Maserati dealer up north in Carmel. I have tons of new stuff coming! Subscribe if you haven't yet!
Is this a good car to buy if you drive long distances? I am moving to a new state in a few weeks.
Very nice car. In my life I had 7 Hondas now it is time to try something else. And this is the car I want this time.
This was a detailed review thanks
Thank you! Much appreciated!
Can u download apps on the system??
@@ctpisces28 sadly no
What would be the MSRP on this car today??
Good clear concise review...thanks!!
Good video.
I would suggest shining the tires before taping, however.
Also, it might be good to point out standard features not common to the segment. Including, 8" touchscreen, and the dual-zone climate control. I don't know of many cars in this segment that offer those on base models.
Also, driving dynamics: how is the IVT on the road? Handling? Ride quality? MPG?
David M calm down.
He mentioned the mpg
Thank you for this review I literally just got this car today (in white) and have the slightest idea what all the functions and buttons are for 🙏🏽
any idea how to turn on the fog lights?
Great review!
That's one beautiful car
Can someone tell me how much it takes to fill the gas tank up? Got one today same trim black love it already
14 gallons. I have that information in the video.
@@NeighborhoodCarReviews lol sorry my son doesnt let me get through videos much he wants to get on youtube himself. Thanks for the reply!
Oh! Haha! Totally understand!
I fill up every Friday morning, great on gas, 45 miles to E, gas price $2.79 will cost me $32 to $33 to fill up, I drive it Monday through Friday no weekend, 67 miles round trip, 335 miles average 40 mpg everyday
Great video.
How much do u think I can get this car used one at the moment?
How do you turn off passenger airbag light
I had the 2015 Kia Forte LX model. Got rear ended into another car. Back & front destroyed. Dude didn’t have insurance, hoping my insurance compensates me so I can get this version.
It's an IVT, but it can be shifted manually??
I have in dark grey ❄️😅
Soes this car have push start
I have it and noticed it does not have power heated side mirrors. You said it does. Can you confirm if I am missing something?
I have it too and mine doesn't either.
Does this model have uvo
Does it have a sunroof?
No. This Forte was not equipped with a sunroof. It is available as an option, however.
Yes they come with the car but that's extra
Did the armrest slide forward on the lxs model?
Mines don't seem to.
@invidinvasion FU!
Very nice but the 2021 Nissan Versa base turn gives you way more all of their safety features plus automatic rear breaking including push button start
Where is the test drive?
Well, the test drive clips are dispersed throughout the video. I also have a dedicated separate video that’s solely test drive: ruclips.net/video/liMv_KFj5mQ/видео.html
What’s the diameter of the two front cup holders?
I have absolutely no idea.
Do you cover stuff like performance, ride impression, handling, road noise, stereo sound quality, seat comfort somewhere else? 🤔
Michael Liston That’s actually a great question. I do cover performance specs as far as instrumented road test reports usually by Car and Driver or Motor Trend Magazine, since they’re published. However, things like ride quality, stereo sound quality and seat comfort levels are all subjective and my opinion may not reflect other opinions. I try to keep bias and subjective opinions out of my videos and provide only facts based on the vehicle. There are a lot of reviewers that do include that, but I have decided not to include them, because I want my videos to be unbiased and opinion-free.
Does the screen come standard in all models
Yes
It’s hyper blue.
Bought a 2023 in April 26000
Not a fan of CVT transmissions especially "all-new". The car is nicely priced and looks great.
The car looks small though.
Its garbage because of the cvt transmission.
lmao this car is ugly as shit, good luck to all who purchased this vehicle.