Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Handles and accelerates very well and is quiet for a small 4-cylinder car."
Anonymous, FL (2018 Kia Forte)"Ease of steering and acceleration are excellent"
Anonymous, VA (2018 Kia Forte)"Even in "Economy" mode, this car has great acceleration and handling."
Anonymous, NC (2018 Kia Forte)"This Forte 5 SX has 3 driving modes: normal, sport, econo. In econo mode, mixed driving mostly in town - average vehicle speed 38 km/h the fuel economy is great at 8.4 lts/100. With the 7 speed dual clutch transmision you get the best of both worlds. No clutch to worry about engaging, just like driving and automatic; and the peppiness of a turbo 4 ith manual transmission. If you are using the steering mounted paddle xxxxers, or the consul shift lever, set to manual mode, shifts up and down, are immediate (no lag like in a regular automatic transmission) The brakes work well but are a little grabby still (1200 kms). When downshifting for deceleration purposes, this little turbo 4, does not provide a lot of engine braking. Tires a super low profile and leave the alloy rims open to severe curb damage. (have AlloyGator installed at dealership) The front nose is alsosubject to curb damage. Looking for a front parking sensor for this vehicle"
Gary S., BC (2018 Kia Forte)"Acceleration is fine' brakes are super, easy to drive and comfortable. Fuel economy is sensational."
Frank E., NY (2018 Kia Forte)"Acceleration and handling were the big surprises in this car. We traded in an aging but beloved 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser and the difference wa amazing. The Forte tells you practically everything but the response and handling are things you brag to others about. Astounding!"
Wayne T., OK (2018 Kia Forte)"Slow acceleration, but overall handles well"
Jeffery A., NC (2018 Kia Forte)"It is not fun and a daily chore"
Nishchay L., BC (2018 Kia Forte)"Accelerates well. When hitting bumps on the highway on a bend, car is hard to handle."
Anonymous, DE (2018 Kia Forte)"Like the styling, backup camera, cruise control, handling. Dislike lack of standard spare tire."
Glenn B., AZ (2018 Kia Forte)"everything is great! we usually keep in eco mode but we have shorter on ramps here and so sport mode is great to have. This car is plenty fast and handles very well."
Andrew B., PA (2018 Kia Forte)
"Drives like a dream. Fuel economy is outstanding."
Frank E., NY (2018 Kia Forte)