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The Forte is the first car to get a crisp new euro influenced the look that has characterized all the latest Kia cars - and the right to reach a new name Forte , replacing the anonymous Spectra good but just three years ago . The Forte smooth , clean , and tidy on the outside, with the exact proportion that feels both from near and far , assertiveness , and flowing , gently curved roofline . There is simply no awkward angles , and slim Koup ( coupe ) looks better with simple , sweeping appearance - his back . You also have a five- door Forte 5 - door hatchback from which to choose , and we tend to think the model looks better though roofline cut . On the inside , Forte simple and earnest, with a view that is not trend-setting by any means but still impressive as style .

There is a choice between the two powerplants Forte with 2,013 families , as in previous years . In each body style , Forte LX and EX are powered by 2.0 - liter four-cylinder making 156 horsepower . On SX models , four - cylinder 2.4 liter upgrade to , and power rose to 173 hp . All LX car has a standard transmission a six - speed manual , while the other trims get a six - speed automatic smooth shifting as standard equipment . Performance is very easy , the value - conscious , and perfectly adequate - nothing exotic about it , but its not going to leave a lot of daily commuters or drivers regret lack of strength . We recommend the automatic with the Forte , because it works well with the engine , and a manual rather intractable . Suspension tuning firm but absorbent , and hydraulic power steering responds well . Meanwhile , the gas mileage is average for the class , up to 26 mpg city , 36 highway .